What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Strength Conditioning Specialist position at Potomac Healthcare Solutions?
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Wheeler Army Airfield, HI
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
- Establish and administer effective strength and conditioning protocols to maximize the physical performance of unit personnel. These protocols will ensure tactical conditioning by monitoring and resolving performance trends while addressing individual needs. The Contractor shall maintain a professional relationship with the operators’ medical support staff to resolve problem areas outside their scope. The CSCS will also be responsible for understanding the unit's mission, physical requirements, and training cycles to tailor programs accordingly.
- Contractor personnel shall complete all in-processing requirements and participate in job-specific training activities, which may include simulations and other hands-on training opportunities.
- Contractor personnel shall engage in specific operator training when approved by the COR.
- Provide individual exercise programs after initial assessment, and include individual fitness assessment results, feedback sessions, unique training plans, and any modifications to the plan based on the physical performance status of personnel.
- Design and implement physical training programs to ensure proper functional movement fitness routines to increase energy systems development, strength training, and power development. This includes preparation for testing required for specialized training programs or schools.
- Observe and report the results of Operational Fitness Tests (OFT) during routine performance testing and specialized training programs or schools. Contractor personnel shall not administer the OFT or Air Force Physical Fitness Tests (PFT).
- Provide instruction and guidance to individuals on physical conditioning and injury prevention.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic human performance optimization.
- Assist with management of physical conditioning supply inventories. Provide input to organization regarding supply needs and optimal equipment, to include completing an agency directed supply request form.
- Ensure all fitness equipment and facilities are organized and used safely. Conduct and document regular inspections and maintenance including daily cleaning and disinfecting IAW equipment manufacturers recommended guidelines. Report any unserviceable equipment to the COR immediately, tagging and removing it from service until repaired.
- Maintain a professional relationship with the operators’ medical support staff to resolve problem areas outside their scope.
- Refer all operators under his/her purview with an apparent new or undiagnosed medical condition to seek medical attention for evaluation and treatment.
- Attend staff meetings with the unit commander as needed to review and evaluate physical training programs, identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Advise the Government on layout of the human performance facility. Assist in developing facility standard operating procedures, guidelines, and exercise protocols.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5 years of full-time experience as a Strength & Conditioning Specialist in collegiate (or higher), professional, or tactical athletics; aerospace industry, test pilot/astronaut or similar man-machine high-performance environment.
- Master’s degree or higher in Human Performance, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field.
- National Strength and Conditioning (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCCa) and Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).
- Current certification in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), including Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training.
- Must be a US Citizen.
Potomac Healthcare Solutions offers the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance with PPO and HSA Options (United Healthcare)
- Dental Insurance (Humana)*
- Vision Insurance (Humana)*
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Health Savings Account with Employer Match
- Prescription Drug Program
- Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*
- Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*
- Relocation Assistance
- 10 Days Paid Time Off
- 11 Federal Holidays
- Continuing Education Assistance/License Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Incentives and More
NOTE: *Effective the 1st day of the month following start date
About Potomac Healthcare Solutions:
Potomac Healthcare Solutions is an award-winning, dynamic, and rapidly growing healthcare services company with a proven background in providing world-class health services for both government and commercial organizations. We are actively recruiting skilled, caring practitioners to support our rapidly growing program base and supported healthcare facilities. If you would like to be a part of a quality-driven organization and make a difference, we would like to talk to you!
If you do not find interest in this opportunity but know of someone who may, we kindly ask that you refer the individual to Potomac Healthcare Solutions by forwarding this job posting.
Potomac Healthcare Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected classes under the laws applicable to Potomac Healthcare Solutions.
Potomac Healthcare Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled.
***This position is contingent upon contract award.