Cognitive Performance Specialist - USAR H2F

Appone; Joint Base MDL - Lakehurst (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Interactive Government Holdings, Inc. (IGH) seeks a Cognitive Performance Specialist to support USAR H2F in New Jersey.

You will lead mental skills training, coach soldiers, and integrate cognitive strategies into training, while coordinating with the COR and government leads. The role requires doctorates or masters in related fields, CMPC credential preferred, and 3+ years of relevant experience; licensure in the US states applies.

Qualifications

• PhD in Psychology or related field; or MS in Kinesiology with performance focus.
• CMPC certification preferred by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology.
• 3+ years of post-graduate experience providing mental skills training.
• Valid US-state licensure required for the position, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain expert knowledge of Army standards, doctrine, and regulations related to H2F.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to deliver holistic H2F support.
• Participate in meetings with Government personnel to synchronize HPT efforts.
• Provide accurate data for required reports and deliverables.
• Train Soldiers in evidence-based cognitive skills to enhance performance.
• Design and implement a comprehensive mental readiness training program.

Skills

Mental performance coaching

Instructional delivery

Communication

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Master’s degree in Kinesiology

Job description

Cognitive Performance Specialist - USAR H2F

Category Medical Services

Organization

Established in 2006, Interactive Government Holdings, Inc. (IGH) is a leading professional services and technology provider to the Federal Government. Our mission is to serve uniformed service members globally and their support systems locally. We utilize strategy, data science, and technology to make the programs we execute more efficient for the people our programs serve. IGH has a national and international program staff and a corporate headquarters located in Springfield, Virginia. We are proud of our ability to shape tomorrow while ensuring all active-duty personnel and reservists can carry out their critical missions and tasks today.

Job Description

Interactive Government Holdings (IGH) is seeking qualified, trained and capable individuals to serve as Cognitive Performance Specialists for the Army Reserve Holistic Health and Fitness Performance Team.

The Cognitive Performance Specialist is a contractor position supporting U.S. Army Reserve personnel through evidence-informed education, coaching, and performance-development services. The specialist helps Soldiers and unit leaders strengthen attention, decision-making, resilience, confidence, stress management, communication, and other mental skills that contribute to readiness and sustained performance. Services will be delivered in coordination with the designated government lead and in accordance with the contract statement of work, installation requirements, and applicable Army policies.

Position Requirements

Major responsibilities include (not all inclusive):

Maintain expert knowledge of current Army standards, doctrine, and regulations related to H2F, including but not limited to FM 7-22, the Army Fitness Test (AFT), Combat Fitness Test (CFT), AR 600-9 (The Army Body Composition Program), and AR 350-1 (Army Training and Leader Development).

Collaborate as a cohesive, interdisciplinary team to provide holistic and integrated H2F support, ensuring that all domain programming is synchronized.

Actively participate in required meetings, planning sessions, and working groups with Government personnel to synchronize HPT efforts with the unit Yearly Training Calendar (YTC).

Maintain clear, consistent, and professional communication with unit leadership, the COR, and other stakeholders.

Collect and provide accurate data for all required reports and deliverables, ensuring timely submission. The specific timeframes for developing and submitting all educational materials and strategies are defined in the Deliverables schedule.

Maintain all professional credentials, licensures, and certifications required for their position at no cost to the Government and in accordance with the Defense Health Agency Policy Manual (DHAPM) 6025.13, Clinical Quality Management in the Military Health System (MHS), volume 4 Credentialing and Privileging.

Complete all mandatory Government training (e.g., Antiterrorism Level 1, OPSEC, Cybersecurity Awareness, HIPAA, Combatting Trafficking in Persons) within the specified timeframes.

Adhere to all applicable DOD, DHA and Army instructions, policy manuals, regulations, policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and the highest professional ethical standards.

Perform pre-approved travel to support unit training events, workshops, and other H2F functions. Contractor personnel shall submit pre-approval requests, including estimated costs and itineraries, for all travel supporting the "39-Day" model to the COR at least ten (10) business days in advance. The Contractor shall provide trip reports or After-Action Reviews (AARs) upon return.

Conduct recurring knowledge transfer and train Government-designated personnel to maintain and use contractor-developed strategies, curricula, and resource materials. Maintain current editable native source files, supporting documentation, and version histories in the Government-designated repository.

Program Development & Education: Design and implement a comprehensive mental readiness training program based on the principles of performance psychology. Develop and provide practical mental skills resources (e.g., tip sheets, guided audio exercises, leader discussion guides) for distribution and use.

Training & Coaching: Train Soldiers in evidence-based cognitive skills to enhance performance under pressure. Core topics shall include attention control, goal setting, energy management, stress inoculation techniques (e.g., deliberate breathing, mindfulness), visualization, and effective self-talk.

Integration & Mentorship: Conduct both classroom instruction and field-based coaching, integrating cognitive skills into relevant military training such as marksmanship, field exercises, and leadership reaction courses. Coach and mentor unit HITs, providing reach-back support, advanced skill training, and subject matter expertise to enhance the unit's organic capabilities.

Qualifications

Education: Doctoral degree in Psychology, or Master’s degree in Kinesiology, or a related field with a specialized focus in sport or performance psychology from an accredited university.

Credentials: Certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) from the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) is preferred.

Experience: A minimum of three (3) years, in the last four (4) years post‑graduation of relevant experience providing mental skills training and cognitive performance enhancement services to athletes, military personnel, or other high‑performing groups.

License: Contract workers requiring licensure shall have and maintain a current, valid, unrestricted license specific to the position (with no limitations, stipulations or pending adverse actions) in one of the 50 US States and/or territories. The healthcare provider’s license(s) must remain current, valid, and unrestricted throughout the duration of the contract worker performance on the contract. The DHA PM 6025.13, vol 4, is the governing directive for all licensure, registration, and certification. Contract workers under a non-personal services arrangement requiring licensure are not afforded licensure portability and shall maintain a license in the U.S. State/Territory they are providing services per 10 USC 1094 and the DHAPM 6025-13, Volume 4. This includes virtual services as well.

At Interactive Government Holdings, Inc. (IGH), health and safety play a vital role in our success. IGH’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.

Interactive Government Holdings, Inc. (IGH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Full-Time/Part-Time Contingent

Position Cognitive Performance Specialist - USAR H2F

Close Date

Open Date 9/29/2026

Location New Jersey - Lead ARS (Joint Base MDL) (VST)

About the Organization

Established in 2006, Interactive Government Holdings, Inc. (IGH) is a leading professional services and technology provider to the Federal Government. Our mission is to serve uniformed service members globally and their support systems locally. We utilize strategy, data science, and technology to make the programs we execute more efficient for the people our programs serve. IGH has a national and international program staff and a corporate headquarters located in Springfield, Virginia. We are proud of our ability to shape tomorrow while ensuring all active-duty personnel and reservists can carry out their critical missions and tasks today.

This position is currently accepting applications.