Strength & Conditioning Coach

LMR Technical Group • Fort Riley, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

LMR Technical Group is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) to support the U.S. Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) initiative at Fort Riley, Kansas. The coach is a member of an H2F Performance Team and develops, implements, and oversees strength and conditioning programs to enhance physical performance and reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries across Brigade, Battalion, and Company levels.

The role involves coordinating with H2F and unit leadership, monitoring Soldier and unit progress, managing equipment operations, and tailoring programs to unit missions, schedules, cultural norms, and individual Soldier needs. The coach also supports training for Soldiers with physical limitations in collaboration with medical authorities, mentors unit fitness leaders, advises on injury mitigation and conditioning, and refers potential medical issues to appropriate healthcare services. The position may require travel of 10% to support geographically dispersed units.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to pass a NACI (Tier 1) to obtain access to U.S. Government facilities and systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Meet one of the stated relevant experience pathways: at least three years of relevant Strength and Conditioning Coach work experience within the last five years; at least two years of relevant work plus one year of internship or graduate work; or qualify for a stated experience waiver for eligible interns, graduate assistants, honorably discharged prior service members, or military spouses.
• Active/current certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), or from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association as a Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).
• Active/current Basic Life Support certification, or active/current CPR certification with Automated External Defibrillator certification; certification must be from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Ability to handle loads up to 45 pounds and meet the physical demands of outdoor training in various environments.
• Ability to travel 10% as needed to support geographically dispersed units.

Nice To Haves

• Active NACI.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and administer strength and conditioning training programs in accordance with NSCA CSCS or CSCCA SCCC practices.
• Ensure program quality by following Brigade Performance Director guidelines and maintaining industry standards.
• Participate in meetings with the Brigade Performance Director and H2F Performance Team to discuss training programs and provide feedback on Soldier and unit progression.
• Document and monitor Soldier and unit progression and recommend improvements to the H2F System.
• Manage equipment operations and report deficiencies to the Brigade Performance Director.
• Support the Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach in developing and managing programs.
• Establish and maintain communication with Brigade, Battalion, and Company leadership.
• Implement physical performance optimization programs consistent with unit training schedules and cultural norms.
• Create programs suited to unit missions and individual Soldier tasks in accordance with the H2F System, submit proposed programs for approval, and oversee implementation.
• Develop training programs for Soldiers with physical limitations in collaboration with medical authorities.
• Ensure educational and conditioning services align with the H2F Performance Team's offerings.
• Mentor and train unit fitness leaders and the H2F Integrator.
• Guide Soldiers and leadership on injury mitigation and physical conditioning.
• Refer Soldiers with potential medical issues to appropriate healthcare services.
• Collect, document, and report performance data as instructed by the Brigade Performance Director.
• Recommend H2F System enhancements to the Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach.
• Observe and support specific training events and coordinate facilities for approved activities.
• Develop programs in accordance with FM 7-22 Holistic Health and Fitness standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time