H2FIT: Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach - Fort Carson, CO

About the role

Join our team and transform Soldier performance and readiness as part of the Army’s elite Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program. This Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCC) will support the Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) initiative, serving as the brigade (BDE) Lead SCC and principal advisor to the Brigade Performance Director (PD) on physical performance optimization. The role is integral to enhancing Soldier physical readiness and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the BDE Lead SCC, offering expert advice to the BDE PD on physical performance optimization strategies.
• 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.
• Assist in developing training programs for Soldiers with physical limitations who are medically cleared for reconditioning.
• Ensure synchronization of all strength and conditioning services with 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.
• Participate in H2F System reviews, identifying best practices and suggesting improvements.
• Compile and submit a comprehensive monthly BDE summary report to the BDE PD.

Requirements

• Legal status to work in the US or be a US Citizen for overseas positions.
• Ability to pass a NACI (Tier 1) to obtain access to U.S. Government facilities and systems.
• 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.
• Minimum of three full years of relevant SCC work experience within the last five years (internship or graduate experience may count for up to one year).
• With COR-RA pre-approval, the three-year experience requirement could be waived for H2F SCC interns or graduate assistants working with professional, semi-professional, ROTC, collegiate, or equivalent sports teams for a minimum of three months.
• Experience requirement could also be waived for honorably discharged prior service members or military spouses.
• 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).
• 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 to report work hours via electronic timesheet using a personal computer, smartphone, or similar device.
• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions against driving on federal installations.

Benefits

• Predictable daily work schedule and 80-hour pay periods (generally 40-hour work weeks). No weekend workdays.
• 10 paid Federal Holidays and paid time off.
• Continuing Education Unit (CEU) reimbursement and tuition assistance programs.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k plan with employer matching funds.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Plan.

Pay

Salary range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by factors including scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. Eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.