Special Operations Strength and Conditioning Specialist (Coronado, CA)

About the Role

KBR is seeking a stellar Strength and Conditioning Specialist to establish and administer effective strength and conditioning protocols designed to maximize the physical performance of Special Operations Forces (SOF) personnel, with priority on SOF Operators and Direct Combat Support personnel.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and provide instruction and guidance on physical training, exercises, movements, and injury avoidance.
• Design, administer, evaluate, and document the effects of physical training protocols for SOF personnel in garrison, TDY/TAD, or deployment, under the supervision of the Human Performance (HP) program manager and/or coordinator.
• Coordinate training programs with the HP staff to ensure a safe and expeditious return to training of SOF personnel recovering from injury.
• Refer all personnel with an apparent new or undiagnosed medical condition to a medical provider for evaluation and treatment.
• Communicate and collaborate with sports medicine professionals and/or bridge coordinator to ensure a smooth transition from rehabilitation to performance-based activities.
• Collaborate with mental performance and performance nutrition to ensure a holistic approach to human performance.
• Assist the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator in developing facility standard operating procedures, guidelines, and training protocols, including the safe use of strength and conditioning equipment.
• Participate in periodic meetings to review and evaluate physical training programs and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in periodic in-service training for members of the HP staff and/or Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) staff as appropriate.
• Attend required training in accordance with guiding instructions, including conferences or courses to complete continuing education units required to maintain professional certifications.
• Perform administrative duties such as maintaining records of utilization, workload, conducting or participating in education programs, and participating in clinical staff quality assurance functions.
• Develop and promulgate training materials as requested and required by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator.
• Assist with supply inventories and provide input regarding supply needs for the HP program.
• Proficiently utilize computers, software, and technologies as required by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator and mandated by USSOCOM HQ and its POTFF staff.
• Maintain 100% compliance with local mandatory command training requirements.
• Advise the chain of command and/or HP program manager and/or coordinator on strength and conditioning, administrative matters, purchasing of supplies and equipment, and supplemental fiscal requests.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Secret Clearance or Top Secret Clearance, or the ability to obtain a clearance.
• Bachelor’s Degree in an accredited exercise science, health science, or physical education-related discipline.
• Current certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or the Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) through the Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches association (CSCCa). Maintenance of one of these certifications is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrable accumulated experience (continuous and sustained experience preferred) in developing long and short-range planning and coordination of sport/mission-specific performance programs resulting in attributable results with individual athletes and groups of athletes at the levels of NCAA Division I, Olympic, professional, and/or SOF Operators.
• Paid full-time experience as a Government civilian or contract employee at US Army and/or Marine Corps Infantry Units may count towards minimum qualification requirements if gained within the most recent, continuous 3 years as a directly embedded staff member on-site with respective Army and/or Marine Corps entities.
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Current certification in basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to include Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training.
• Physical proficiency to demonstrate all prescribed exercises/techniques and to hike over rough terrain and function in austere environments.
• Ability to lift and manipulate loads and weights up to 25 kilograms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior military and/or SOF experience.
• Master's degree in an accredited exercise science, health science, or physical education-related discipline.

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and AD&D.
• Flexible spending account.
• Disability coverage.
• Paid time off or flexible work schedule.
• Professional training and development for career advancement.

Pay

Basic compensation range: $76,000 - $92,000 for the Coronado, CA location. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional compensation may include bonuses, commissions, sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.