Senior Human Performance Advisor (POTFF)

Maximus

1d•$88,000 - $189,200•Remote

About The Position

Maximus is seeking a Senior Human Performance Advisor to serve as a principal technical expert supporting a component headquarters advisor or the enterprise Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) program. The role provides strategic guidance, programmatic oversight, and technical expertise to plan, develop, and synchronize Human Performance services, including readiness enhancement, training, policy recommendations, and evidence-based program support. The position supports an integrated approach to optimizing the performance and well-being of Special Operations Forces personnel and their families. The Senior HPA functions as an enterprise-wide technical authority in an assigned area of expertise within the POTFF Program at HQ USSOCOM. The role supports domain program oversight across Components, headquarters, and Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), and leads strategic planning, policy development, data integration, training, research, and communications for technical readiness across global SOF units. The position primarily performs administrative duties, although limited hours at HQ and SOCCENT POTFF may be authorized to maintain professional licensure, if time permits and the HPA desires. The role requires U.S. citizenship and an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance, or eligibility to obtain and maintain one as required for contract performance. The position is pending contract award. The gaining unit may choose to have the position provide clinical care when appropriate; local credentialing is required for clinical care, and services must be documented in designated HP enterprise platforms as directed by USSOCOM Directive 10-12.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of experience consulting within the designated function.
Master’s degree from an accredited program in exercise science, health science, physical education, dietetics, physical therapy, sports psychology, or a related discipline.
At least ten years of demonstrable accumulated experience, including at least five years embedded in USSOCOM POTFF.
Experience developing long- and short-range plans and coordinating sport- and/or mission-specific performance programs with attributable results for individuals and groups at NCAA Division I, Olympic, professional sports, and/or SOF Operator levels.
Specialized experience in functional program planning and coordination, HPA work with positive attributable results, collegiate and/or professional athletic environments, and multi-domain programming.
Experience delivering lectures, multimedia instruction, and practical hands-on training related to strength, conditioning, performance nutrition, and team dynamics.
Current certification in at least one of the following: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC), Physical Therapist, Certified Consultant through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (CC-AASP), Registered Dietitian (RD), or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
Active state licensure is required when practicing as an Athletic Trainer Certified, Physical Therapist, or Performance Dietitian.
Local credentialing is required if providing clinical care in addition to HPA responsibilities.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Must possess an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain one as required for contract performance.
May be required to attend a face-to-face interview.
Must develop solutions to highly complex problems requiring ingenuity and innovation, ensure solutions align with organizational objectives, and develop advanced concepts, techniques, standards, and applications based on professional principles and theories.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Review cases, summarize facts, assess issues, and certify or non-certify requested treatments.
Provide written clinical rationales for Workers Compensation cases.
Review, organize, and identify medical records provided for workers' compensation cases.
Monitor review timeliness to ensure applicable standards are met.
Meet production and quality standards.
Perform special projects, including legal or general medical research, and projects to improve the program.
Become a subject matter expert using job aides and learning tools.
Function as an enterprise-wide technical authority for the assigned area of expertise within the POTFF Program at HQ USSOCOM.
Assist the supervisory domain lead with program oversight for Components, HQ, and Theater Special Operations Commands.
Assist in developing oversight and compliance documentation for site-assist visits and Inspector General inspections conducted by USSOCOM POTFF staff.
Assist with or conduct enterprise meetings to communicate and disseminate information through the chain of command to subordinate Components and TSOCs.
Lead strategic planning, policy development, and data integration to advance technical readiness across global SOF units.
Direct and mentor a network of embedded operational health and/or performance professionals.
Develop and disseminate advanced training, research, and communications supporting mission-critical human performance initiatives.
Advise senior leaders across USSOCOM and the Department of War on human performance strategies aligned with operational demands and emerging threats.
Promote innovation, interagency collaboration, and evidence-based practices to optimize SOF Service member human performance.
Support mitigation, treatment, management, and preservation of Service Members' and their families' cognitive, physical, psychological, social, and spiritual well-being.
When serving as a subject matter expert and/or credentialed, licensed provider, provide direct care for the well-being of Service Members as assigned.
Document services in HP enterprise-wide platforms, such as HPDMS or the Electronic Health Record, as directed by USSOCOM Directive 10-12.

Benefits

Flexible work/life balance support.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
Partially funded Health Savings Account.
Life insurance and additional insurance discounts.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Paid time off, paid holidays, and extended sick leave.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Employee recognition programs.
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
Employee discounts, special offers, and employee-only benefits.
Wellness programs and resources.
Training programs, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning opportunities.
Coverage of costs associated with renewing required licenses and certifications.