Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS) – HPO – LAKENHEATH AFB

Reef Systems; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS) –– LAKENHEATH AFB

Reef Systems is seeking a fully qualified certified strength and conditioning coach to support LAKENHEATH AFB.

Introduction:

The Human Performance Optimization (HPO) mission is to build and implement a holistic HP approach to addressing the increased stresses on operators’ and aircrew members. The mission is accomplished by increasing the physical and mental capacity of the AFSPECWAR operators and aircrew members over their careers and by decreasing the rate of physical and mental injuries and accelerating return to duty times. The program’s end state is to prepare, preserve, sustain, and ultimately multiply combat power.

Background:

The Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), Guardian Angel (GA), HH-60, HC-130J and Army Weather Service (AWS) HPO initiative has highlighted the need for increased focus on preserving the current combat capability by identifying specific job specialties outlined in this Task Order (TO). These specialties will help to improve readiness for operators, aircrew, and support personnel by decreasing the rate of injuries and accelerating return to duty times. The AWS has identified one specific sub-specialty position for support consisting of a Physical Therapist.

Mandatory Qualifications:

1. Experience: 5+ years of full-time experience as a Strength & Conditioning Specialist in collegiate (or higher), professional, or tactical athletics; aerospace industry, test pilot/astronaut or similar high-performance environment.
2. Education: Master’s degree or higher in Human Performance, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field.
3. Certifications: National Strength and Conditioning (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCCa) and Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC). Current (CPR) and (AED) trained.

Schedule:

Monday – Friday. 8 hours per day. There may be times when it is necessary for the contractor to work after duty hours in support of specific tasks. Although the schedule may have to be flexible, it will not exceed 40 hours per week.

HPO Task: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS):

The Contractor shall establish and administer effective strength and conditioning protocols by focusing on the full integration of human performance capabilities to maximize and enhance duty performance and physical fitness of AFSPECWAR operators, GA, HH-60 and HC-130J aircrew. The Strength and Conditioning coach shall screen, optimize human performance, and prevent injuries. The overall purpose is to provide injury prevention, strength, and conditioning services necessary to accomplish the aforementioned mission and associated tasks as required herein. The HCP must, at a minimum, deliver the services identified below while operating from within the organization and use available facilities so personnel will have convenient access to the specialist.

CSCS Subtasks:

1. Complete all unit/government in-processing requirements and computer-based training as required by the Department of Defense, Air Force, newcomer's orientation, and other job specific trainings which could include simulations and other hands-on training opportunities/assessments.
2. Coordinate individualized exercise programs with the organization to ensure a safe and expeditious return to training of individuals recovering from injury.
3. Design and implement physical training programs to ensure proper functional movement fitness routines to increase energy systems development, strength training, and power development.
4. Understand operator scheduling issues and be familiar with training and deployment cycles to design and monitor physical training programs for personnel who are TDY or deployed.
5. Perform routine performance testing to include Occupational Specific Physical Fitness Assessments (OSPFA) or testing required for specialized training programs or schools.
6. Provide instruction and guidance to individuals on physical conditioning and injury prevention.
7. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic human performance optimization.
8. Assist with management of physical conditioning supply inventories. Provide input to organization regarding supply needs and optimal equipment.
9. Ensure equipment and facilities are properly organized and utilized and are inspected and in safe working condition per manufacturer's specifications. Any unserviceable equipment will be reported to the supervisor. These duties shall include cleaning on a daily/weekly basis.
10. Provide routine fitness reports to the appointed commander or representative and maintain a professional relationship with the operators’ medical support staff to resolve problem areas outside their scope.
11. Refer all personnel under his/her purview with an apparent new or undiagnosed medical condition to seek medical attention for evaluation and treatment.
12. Understand the unit’s mission and operator physical requirements and how strength and conditioning impacts mission accomplishments.
13. Attend weekly staff meetings with squadron commander as needed to review and evaluate physical training programs and identify opportunities for improvement.
14. Prepare and submit data to a comprehensive Monthly Staff Report (MSR) that informs squadron leadership and the COR about the physical and mental readiness issues of the unit.
15. Perform administrative duties such as maintaining records of workload. May be required to document patient encounters using mandated government systems in accordance with guidance and direction.
16. Advise the Government on layout of the human performance facility and assist in developing facility standard operating procedures, guidelines, and exercise protocols including the safe use of strength and conditioning equipment.
17. The Contractor shall be physically proficient in demonstrating all prescribed exercises and techniques as well as be able to hike over rough terrain, function in austere environments, and able to lift and manipulate loads and plates up to 55 pounds.
18. The Contractor shall complete an in-processing assessment for all newly assigned personnel.
19. Provide Human Performance Measures of Effectiveness (MOE) trending metric report to include training availability, recommendation status, utilizations, evaluations, access to care and pillars of performance. MOE’s will be based off the program’s needs and assessments and may change per the COR direction.

Period of Performance:

The contract will run for five years.

U.S. Citizenship:

Employee must be a U.S. citizen. For the purpose of base and network access, possession of a permanent resident card (“Green Card”) does not equate to U.S. citizenship.

SECURITY:

All contractor personnel require a minimum of a Tier 1 background check (T1)/SF85 for any position that requires access to the internet, use of automated information systems to cover standalone computers or unescorted entry into restricted or controlled areas prior to reporting for duty in support of any requirement. The investigation is not for a security clearance; it is for a position of trust. This is a mandatory requirement set forth in DoDM 5200.02_AFMAN 16-1405, Air Force Personnel Security Program. All documentation required for security certification shall be the responsibility of the contractor.