Elite SOF Strength & Conditioning Coach

Maximus; Montpelier (VT); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Maximus seeks a Strength and Conditioning Specialist to support SOF personnel with evidence-based physical performance, injury mitigation, and return-to-duty programming. The role involves designing individualized and group training, teaching correct techniques, and collaborating with medical and human performance staff to ensure mission-aligned readiness.

Candidates with a Master’s in a relevant field and 7+ years of experience, CSCS or CSCCA certification, and CPR/AED training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant field and 7+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, health science, or related discipline; master’s preferred.
• CSCS or CSCCA certification required; CSCS/SCCC maintenance ongoing.
• CPR certification with AED training.
• Experience supporting SOF, tactical athletes, military populations, or elite performance environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, administer, evaluate, and document physical training protocols for SOF personnel.
• Coordinate training programs with Human Performance staff to support safe return to training after injuries.
• Collaborate with Sports Medicine, Nutrition, and Cognitive Performance teams to optimize performance.
• Lead and supervise project staff; monitor and adjust performance goals and objectives.
• Document services in HPDMS and ensure compliance with program requirements.

Skills

CSCS certification

CSCCA certification

CPR/AED certification

SOF experience

HPDMS familiarity

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science/related

Tools

HPDMS familiarity

Job description

Maximus seeks a Strength and Conditioning Specialist to support SOF personnel with evidence-based physical performance, injury mitigation, and return-to-duty programming. The role involves designing individualized and group training, teaching correct techniques, and collaborating with medical and human performance staff to ensure mission-aligned readiness.

Candidates with a Master’s in a relevant field and 7+ years of experience, CSCS or CSCCA certification, and CPR/AED training are preferred.