Health and Fitness Specialist
About The Position
Leidos Intelligence Sector is seeking an experienced Health and Fitness Specialist to support a Federal Intelligence Community customer's occupational health and wellness program. The position is eligible for sponsorship of a TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. The specialist will work as part of a team developing, implementing, and delivering health, wellness, and fitness programs for the federal workforce at facilities throughout Northern Virginia, including locations inside the Capital Beltway and along the Dulles Corridor. Local travel between customer facilities is required, with authorized personal-vehicle mileage reimbursed. Occasional travel within the continental United States may also be required. The specialist will collaborate with government stakeholders to provide fitness assessments, individualized exercise plans, consultations, instruction, group classes, wellness education, and program support. The role also includes facility and equipment oversight, program documentation, meetings, and weekly activity reports. Candidates must be willing to complete the government clearance process and cannot begin employment until the required clearance is approved; the process may take one year or longer.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required to be eligible for the security clearance.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
- Willingness to undergo the required security clearance process and wait until clearance is fully approved before beginning employment; the process may take one year or longer.
- Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of professional experience as a Health and Fitness Specialist, Exercise Physiologist, Personal Trainer, or in a related field, including experience establishing fitness goals and developing individualized fitness programs.
- Current personal training certification from ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, or an equivalent certification from another nationally recognized health and fitness organization.
- Current CPR and AED certification.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to provide individual instruction and lead group activities.
- Ability to travel locally between customer facilities throughout Northern Virginia.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
- Experience supporting corporate wellness, occupational health, or employee fitness programs.
- Availability to work within the hours of 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, based on program requirements.
Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and deliver comprehensive health and fitness programs in collaboration with government stakeholders.
- Conduct individual fitness assessments, establish fitness goals, and develop customized exercise programs.
- Provide individual health and wellness consultations, fitness instruction, and ongoing support.
- Develop and deliver health and wellness briefings, workshops, seminars, and special events.
- Lead group exercise classes and educate participants on proper exercise techniques, body alignment, and exercise safety.
- Provide general guidance on nutrition, exercise, and healthy lifestyle practices.
- Support the planning, management, and evaluation of fitness programs, facilities, and equipment.
- Perform administrative duties, including fitness facility oversight, equipment assessments, and program documentation.
- Attend meetings and prepare weekly activity reports.
- Serve as a substitute instructor for group exercise classes as needed.
- Travel locally between customer facilities throughout Northern Virginia; occasional travel within the continental United States may be required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
