Job Description

Background:

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) are crucial in enhancing the physical performance of Rescue Operators through expertly designed strength and conditioning protocols. Their primary role is to optimize tactical conditioning and ensure the readiness of personnel by closely monitoring and addressing individual and group performance trends.

Scope of Work:

The CSCS will develop and administer comprehensive strength and conditioning programs tailored to the needs of CRO/PJ or HH-60 personnel. These programs aim to maximize physical performance, reduce injury rates, and ensure quick and safe return to duty after injuries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Development and Evaluation: Conduct initial assessments and design personalized training programs, establishing comprehensive records within 90 days of contract start.
• Injury Recovery Coordination: Coordinate with medical and command staff to facilitate safe and expedient return to training for injured personnel.
• Physical Training Implementation: Design and implement detailed physical training regimes focusing on energy systems development, strength, and power enhancement.
• Monitoring and Adjustment: Continuously monitor and adjust physical training programs for deployed or TDY personnel.
• Performance Testing: Regularly perform comprehensive physical and functional movement evaluations to monitor progress and adjust training plans accordingly.
• Nutrition and Injury Prevention: Collaborate with dietitians to provide nutrition education and work closely with medical staff to guide injury prevention strategies.
• Administrative and Reporting Duties: Maintain detailed records of training, equipment, and personnel performance, reporting regularly to the appointed commander or representative.
• Equipment and Facility Maintenance: Ensure all training equipment and facilities are in safe working condition, reporting any issues to the appropriate authority.
• Human Performance Metrics: Provide detailed reports on human performance trends, including pre-habilitative measures and outcomes, to command and medical staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Master s degree in Exercise Science, Health Science, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience: Minimum of five years of experience in strength and conditioning, with at least one year working with elite athlete populations.
• Certification: Current CSCS certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and CPR/AED certification.
• Skills: Advanced knowledge in the design and execution of strength and conditioning programs, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
• Physical Requirements: Capable of meeting the physical demands of training with military personnel, including the ability to handle weights up to 55 pounds and operate in challenging environments.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Working Conditions:

• The role requires working on site during normal duty hours and supporting occasional surge operations. The Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist must be available for surge operations typically amounting to 10 hours a month.
• This position requires flexibility to meet training schedules and operational demands, including the ability to work on federal holidays if necessary.
• The role requires attendance at necessary training and continuing education events to maintain certification and professional competency.

Additional Information

At Compass Government Solutions (CGS), our employees are our most valuable piece of the puzzle, the benefits offered are:

• Competitive Salary
• Accrued paid time off
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• 401(k) Plan
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
• Dedicated Program Manager throughout employment
• Benefits concierge to help through any medical needs

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

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