Strength and Conditioning Coach

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Transforming Military Medicine to Save Lives Worldwide

Geneva is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that advances military medicine through research, development, and education as we pursue our purpose to ensure optimal health for service members and the communities they serve.

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As a leader in military medical research, at Geneva, our professionals develop critical solutions – and build rewarding careers. Our team of more than 400 employees across the world joins forces with some of the world’s leading researchers and innovators, who are committed to the advancement of military medicine worldwide.

At Geneva, we are always on the search for top talent. While this role is not associated with a current opening, one may become available in the near future. Resumes are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and you could be contacted for this role or similar, at anytime.

About The Position

The SCC shall establish and administer effective strength and conditioning training programs designed to maximize the physical performance and reduce the risk of MSK injuries of personnel.

About The Program

Optimizing Soldier readiness and performance within the Army’s new Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) System. The H2F System is the Army’s primary investment in Soldier readiness and lethality, optimal physical and non-physical performance, reduced injury rates, improved rehabilitation after injury, and increased overall effectiveness of the Total Army. The system empowers and equips Soldiers to take charge of their health, fitness, and well-being in order to optimize individual performance, while preventing injury and disease.

Primary focus is to optimize individual and unit physical readiness and ability to perform warrior tasks and battle drills required for the BDE’s mission. Physical readiness is defined as availability for deployment and task specific performance. Develop comprehensive, periodized education and services program integrated and synchronized with the Brigade (BDE) and Battalion (BN) training calendars. Success is determined by the ability of the BDE to perform its combat mission.

Responsibilities

• Developing, coordinating, executing, and managing recommended and approved strength and conditioning programs
• Coordinate, execute, and manage approved physical performance optimization training programs within the framework of the unit’s training/operational schedule, battle rhythm, and culture
• Develop and recommend evidence-based, periodized strength and conditioning programs focused on unit mission and individual Soldier tasks that are synchronized and integrated with unit training/operational schedule, battle rhythm, and culture and implement upon Government approval
• As required, submit strength and conditioning programs, with quantified training loads, for approval and implement upon Government approval.
• Develop, coordinate, and execute approved training programs for Soldiers with physical limitations that are medically cleared for strength and conditioning training/reconditioning
• Ensure all strength and conditioning education and services are synchronized and integrated with approved education and services provided by Performance Team
• Coach and mentor
• Provide recommended and approved instruction and guidance to Soldiers and unit leadership on physical strength and conditioning with regards to injury mitigation strategies collaboratively
• Identify and direct Soldiers with an apparent new or undiagnosed medical condition to the appropriate medical professionals for evaluation and treatment
• Collect performance data and prepare documentation and reporting of data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university. Master's degree preferred
• Possess current certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) as a Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC)
• Possess a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification with Automated External Defibrillators (AED) certification. Certification cards must display the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross emblem
• Minimum 3 full years of relevant SCC work experience within the last five (5) years. Relevant experience is defined as independently developing and executing task and environment specific functional injury control and health/well-being programs for groups of athletes or DoD/Department of Homeland Security / Department of Justice entities focused on a common sport or mission performance goal
• Will be required to undergo a Tier 1 government background investigation / check. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance regarding Common Access Card (CAC) issuance

Benefits

Our benefits package includes financial rewards that are a significant part of the employee's total rewards compensation package. Geneva's highly competitive benefits include medical, dental, and vision healthcare, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings account, with employer contribution. Coverage is provided for employees and family members including domestic partners. Short-and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program, Life & ADD insurance, 403b retirement plan with generous employer match, flexible leave options, 11 paid holidays per year, and up to 4 weeks of paid time off in a rolling year. Employees may qualify for PSLF as Geneva is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Full time positions come with all benefits. Part time and intermittent positions may vary.

The Geneva Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• strength and conditioning: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hinesville, GA 31313: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000