Supervisory Strength and Conditioning Coach NF4

Bachelor¿s degree in Exercise Physiology, Health and Human Performance, Exercise Science, or an equivalent field; master¿s degree preferred. Three years of relevant experience in exercise or sport physiology, strength and conditioning, human performance, kinesiology, physical education, or a related field. Current certification from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association or National Strength and Conditioning Association is required; USA Weightlifting Level I/II is preferred.

Collegiate or high school athletic experience is preferred. Requires knowledge of tactical strength and conditioning, unit-readiness planning, interdisciplinary human performance, and programming for military, first-responder, high school, or collegiate populations. Must be able to audit programs and coaching methods, supervise employees, coach groups of 50¿100 athletes, and conduct pre- and post-performance testing.

Must teach, demonstrate, and evaluate warm-ups; speed, agility, and quickness; strength and power; aerobic and anaerobic conditioning; injury prevention; corrective exercise; and recovery. Must design periodized general or sport-specific programs, counsel participants, and make appropriate medical or support-service referrals when exercise is contraindicated.

Requires knowledge of applicable rules, emergency procedures, policies, and installation operating procedures, plus the supporting roles of athletic trainers, mental-skills consultants, dietitians, and sleep-health coaches.

Must develop safe injury-prevention and reconditioning programs; apply effective coaching and motivational techniques; build a positive team culture; advise on individual and unit performance protocols; develop practical-skills education; and communicate, negotiate, resolve issues, and maintain effective relationships with leadership, peers, agencies, and partner organizations.

The Director of Strength and Conditioning supervises the installation¿s strength and conditioning program and develops standardized, evidence-based training to improve total-force readiness, lethality, and resilience across physical, mental, spiritual, and social fitness domains. MAJOR DUTIES: The Director maintains professional service and coaching standards, ensures effective instruction for Marines and authorized users, and oversees program quality, safety, and staff education.

The incumbent develops and executes the program business plan, priorities, schedules, evaluations, and goals; audits facilities and programming; and advises leadership on daily strength, conditioning, and administrative operations. Reviews assessment and training outcomes, approves presentation materials, and briefs supervisors, commands, and other stakeholders on program performance, needs, and recommendations.

Promotes program visibility through outreach; evaluates services and participant progress; advises commands on physical-training needs; encourages participation; and resolves programming barriers. Tracks outcomes, identifies barriers, recommends supporting services, and manages program data using Microsoft Office, Excel, strength and conditioning software, and athletic performance management systems.

Inspects facilities for sanitation, maintenance, and asset sustainment; supports Marine Corps performance-based training events; and coordinates unit activities with the WARR Performance Center Manager. Coordinates with the Director of Athletic Training on injury management and reconditioning; updates evidence-based practical clinics; develops staff training; represents the program on working and advisory groups; and ensures safe programming and appropriate medical referrals.

Supervises personnel by assigning work, setting priorities and schedules, coaching and counseling employees, managing leave and timecards, completing personnel actions and performance reviews, supporting EEO and harassment-prevention requirements, and addressing alcohol-abuse concerns. Participates in hiring and recommends appointments, promotions, and reassignment. A valid driver¿s license is required; OCONUS positions require a SOFA driver¿s license.