Strength & Conditioning Coach
About The Position
Resolution Think LLC joint venture, Cognito Systems, is seeking a Strength & Conditioning Coach to work onsite at Camp Pendleton/Mateo. The coach will contribute to the United States Marine Corps’ Sports Medicine Injury Prevention (SMIP) Program, supporting active-duty Marines’ performance, readiness, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and return to training. The role works with SMIP Athletic Trainers, unit Force Fitness Instructors (FFIs), commanders, Marines, and healthcare providers. The coach supports injury mitigation and rehabilitation by complementing Athletic Trainer capabilities, linking Athletic Trainers with unit FFIs, and assisting with evidence-based rehabilitation and individualized exercise programs. The position conducts mission-related performance assessments, gathers and presents data using sensor technology and software, and designs and evaluates individual and unit training protocols. It also provides instruction on relevant human performance topics, maintains equipment and records, assists with supplies and budget preparation, supports program procedures and data collection, and participates in required training and professional development. The position is based onsite at Camp Pendleton/Mateo and follows a Monday–Friday schedule. Work may take place outdoors in the elements and in austere settings. The coach must maintain sufficient fitness to demonstrate prescribed activities, hike rough terrain, and function in austere environments, and must be able to lift and manipulate weights up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
- Must maintain active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field; examples include kinesiology, athletic training, exercise science, exercise physiology, biomechanics, or education.
- Certification as a Strength and Conditioning Coach: NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or CSCC Strength and Conditioning Coach (SCCC).
- Five years of demonstrated experience as a strength and conditioning coach, including 12 months of experience within the preceding 36 months.
- Must maintain a fitness level that allows demonstration of prescribed exercises and activities, hiking rough terrain, and functioning in austere environments.
- Must be able to lift and manipulate weights up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Experience in the military, Division I collegiate athletics, or at the Olympic or professional level.
- Knowledge of human performance technology and its use in program design.
Responsibilities
- Complement Athletic Trainer capabilities and increase SMIP Athletic Training Room capacity for initial screening, primary prevention, and return-to-play functions.
- Serve as the primary linkage between SMIP Athletic Trainers and unit Force Fitness Instructors.
- Assist with injured Marines’ rehabilitation alongside unit FFIs and Athletic Trainers through evidence-based strength and conditioning programming under Command guidance.
- Coordinate individualized exercise programs to support a safe and timely return to training for personnel recovering from injury.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to review and evaluate physical training, injury prevention, and reconditioning treatment programs.
- Refer personnel with an apparent new or undiagnosed medical condition to a licensed medical provider for evaluation and treatment.
- Conduct specialized assessments based on unit Mission Essential Tasks in support of unit commanders and FFIs.
- Gather, assess, and display data using sensor technology and software systems for commanders, FFIs, Marines, and Athletic Trainers.
- Prepare requested updates on supported Marines’ physical readiness in conjunction with Athletic Trainers.
- Design, administer, and evaluate unit and individual physical training protocols using traditional strength and conditioning facilities and equipment, including in potentially austere settings.
- Assist in designing evidence-based physical training plans that optimize performance and mitigate injuries in collaboration with supported commanders and FFIs.
- Attend regular meetings to stay informed about unit training schedules and remain aware of applicable service and unit policies, directives, and orders.
- Provide instruction and guidance, as directed, on applied anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, physical conditioning, injury prevention and recognition, stretching, posture, and body mechanics.
- Oversee assigned equipment use in accordance with published policy and ensure safe, effective operation of exercise, rehabilitation, and sensor equipment.
- Assist with supply and equipment inventory and maintenance, budget and supply requisitions, replenishment, preventive maintenance, and recommendations for new rehabilitation equipment.
- Prepare collected information for commanders, Marines, Athletic Trainers, and healthcare providers; support service-level data collection and research as required.
- Support development or revision of local SMIP Program and Force Fitness Instructor Program standard operating procedures.
- Attend required training and participate in periodic professional development training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
