Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.

Summary:

The Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) will provide injury prevention, performance enhancement of musculoskeletal conditions in fighter aircrew. As such, the Contractor shall evaluate and provide performance assessment and maintenance to fighter aircrew personnel. Performance enhancement is intended to strengthen the MSK system, enhance capacity to perform physically demanding warfighting tasks, and to enhance resistance to injury, especially in the neck and back. Overall MSK strengthening and health lifestyle education is addressed as part of an overall health maintenance program to enhance injury resistance and maximize physical warfighting capability and capacity. Strength and conditioning focused on neck and back injury prevention will also improve overall quality of life for fighter air crew.

Essential Job Functions:

• Complete all in-processing requirements and participate in job-specific training, including simulations and hands-on learning activities. Conduct an in-processing assessment for all newly assigned personnel.
• Conduct initial evaluations and performance assessments for assigned fighter aircrew, developing individualized programs (IP) focused on neck and back conditioning to minimize injury risks and severity. Track progress through follow-up assessments as needed.
• Guide the implementation of individualized programs (IP), ensuring alignment with human performance objectives, injury prevention strategies, and the aircrew's overall healthcare plan.
• Serve as a human performance advisor to unit commanders, providing recommendations on injury prevention, program improvements, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and fitness program protocols.
• Monitor and evaluate new developments in injury prevention, strength and conditioning, and rehabilitation techniques. Recommend updates to equipment, exercise regimens, and best practices to enhance program effectiveness.
• Maintain open communication with aircrew and leadership regarding performance, injury risks, and coordination with medical personnel. Ensure aircrew members with new duty-limiting conditions are referred to unit commanders and, when necessary, the servicing MTF.
• Maintain a safe training environment by ensuring proper equipment usage, reporting safety concerns, and advising on facility layout, exercise protocols, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Document all aircrew assessments, encounters, and performance data as directed by the OHWS Program Office within 72 hours and contribute required information to the Human Performance Measures of Effectiveness Report (HP-MER).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure a holistic approach to human performance optimization and injury prevention.
• Attend all unit and Military Treatment Facility (MTF) meetings as required or as requested by the Unit Commander or his/her designee.
• Maintain proficiency in all prescribed exercises and techniques to provide hands-on demonstrations and ensure proper execution by aircrew personnel.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of strength and conditioning principles and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in using strength and conditioning software and technology.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.
• Minimum 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.
• Must has a favorable Tier 3 (T3) security investigation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Any advanced related certifications.

Pay and Benefits

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.