H2F: Installation Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach - Fort Polk, LA

About the role

This Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCC) will be on a dynamic team, supporting Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) initiative, the Army’s investment in Soldier Readiness. The Installation Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (ILSCC) will serve as the principal advisor to the Brigade Performance Director (PD) on physical performance optimization. This role is integral to the enhancement of Soldier physical readiness and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and manage H2F System40 strength and conditioning programs approved by the Government.
• Foster communication channels within BDE and battalion (BN) leadership, contributing to training and strategic meetings.
• Implement physical performance optimization programs aligned with unit schedules, operational tempo, and cultural norms.
• Create and propose evidence-based, periodized strength and conditioning programs that support unit missions and individual Soldier tasks.
• Track and report Soldier/unit progression, submitting a standardized monthly report to the BDE PD.
• Aid in developing training programs for Soldiers with physical limitations who are medically cleared for reconditioning.
• Synchronize all strength and conditioning services with the broader H2F Performance Team initiatives.
• Coach and mentor BDE SCCs and unit fitness leaders, providing education on physical strength and conditioning and injury mitigation strategies.
• Promptly refer Soldiers with new or undiagnosed medical conditions to appropriate medical professionals.
• Maintain meticulous documentation and reporting of data as per BDE PD instructions.
• Compile and submit a comprehensive monthly BDE summary report to the BDE PD.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a related field; however, a Bachelor's degree combined with five years of relevant SCC experience, including two years operating independently within the Army's H2F Program, may be considered with COR-RA pre-approval.
• Certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) as a Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).
• The ability to pass a NACI (Tier 1) to obtain access to U.S. Government facilities and systems.
• The ability to travel 10% as needed to support geographically dispersed units.
• BLS or CPR certification with AED, certified by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
• Capability to handle loads up to 45 pounds and to meet the physical demands of outdoor training in various environments.
• Ability (via personal computer, smartphone, etc.) to report work hours via electronic timesheet.
• A valid driver’s license with no restrictions against driving on federal installations.

Benefits and Perks

• Predictable daily work schedule and 80-hour pay periods (generally 40-hour work weeks).
• No away games and no weekend workdays.
• Support your work/life balance with 10 paid Federal Holidays and paid time off.
• Take advantage of Continuing Education Unit (CEU) reimbursement and tuition assistance programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, paid leave, 401k, life insurance and tuition reimbursement among other benefits are available to promote well-being and work-life balance.

Pay

The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations.

Schedule

Actual schedule will be determined by the hiring manager and will be communicated during the interview process.