H2FIT: Cognitive Performance Specialist - Fort Bliss, TX

Serco; Fort Bliss (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor for the U.S. military seeks a Cognitive Performance Specialist to enhance the mental readiness and performance of Soldiers under the H2F initiative at Fort Bliss, TX. This role focuses on developing programs that optimize cognitive performance, requiring expertise in sport psychology and relevant experience. Responsibilities include program development, training delivery, and collaboration with military professionals. Ideal candidates should have advanced degrees, citizenship, and relevant coaching experience.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to pass a NACI for U.S. Government access.
• 3+ years as a mental performance coach or sport psychology practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Mental Readiness Programs.
• Collaborate with health professionals on program assessment and monitoring.
• Provide education and coaching to Soldiers on cognitive skills.
• Provide coaching on cognitive skills to support mission execution.
• Coordinate scheduling of courses and training facilities.
• Conduct literature reviews to stay current on evidence-based practices.

Skills

Sport psychology

Mental coaching

Resilience training

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Human Performance, Sport Psychology, Kinesiology/Exercise Science, or Counseling/Clinical Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

H2FIT: Cognitive Performance Specialist - Fort Bliss, TX

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the US Army, Serco has a great opportunity for you! This Cognitive Performance Specialist (CPS) will be on a dynamic team, supporting Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) initiative, the Army’s investment in Soldier Readiness. The CPS is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of mental readiness and cognitive performance optimization programs for Soldiers. The position requires a unique blend of expertise in sport psychology, mental coaching, and resilience training tailored to enhance the performance of individual Soldiers and teams within military settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining Mental Readiness Programs, ensuring consistent and effective delivery of services across the brigade (BDE).
• Advise and collaborate with the Mental Readiness Director and other health professionals on program assessment, improvement, and monitoring.
• Develop and execute cognitive performance optimization and mental readiness training within the BDE’s operational schedule.
• Provide education, coaching, and mentoring to Soldiers on cognitive skills and mental readiness strategies to support mission execution and individual tasks.
• Coordinate the scheduling of facilities and resources for government‑approved courses and training.
• Conduct literature reviews to keep the H2F Performance Team updated with the latest evidence‑based research in mental readiness and cognitive performance.
• Support research efforts and provide data and feedback to the Mental Readiness Director and brigade personnel development (PD).
• Participate in in‑service training and professional development opportunities within the H2F Performance Team.

Please visit our landing page for more information: U.S. Army Holistic Health & Fitness (H2F) System

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• The ability to pass a NACI (Tier 1) to obtain access to U.S. Government facilities and systems.
• A Master’s degree or a Doctoral degree in Human Performance, Sport Psychology, Kinesiology/Exercise Science, or Counseling/Clinical Psychology from an accredited college or university (preferred).
• Three (3) years of demonstrable accumulated experience within the past five (5) years as a mental performance coach or sport psychology practitioner with individual athletes and groups of athletes at the levels of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Collegiate, Olympic, professional sports, and/or Service Members in the accompanying, respective settings.
• Licensure as a psychologist with a proficiency in sports psychology as recognized in Division 47 of the American Psychological Association or Certified Consultant through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (CCAASP) or ability to obtain the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) (formerly CC‑AASP) certification within two (2) years of being hired.
• The physical capability to lift and manipulate up to 45 pounds and withstand training demands in various weather conditions and terrains.
• The ability to travel 10% as needed to support geographically dispersed units.

Additional Desired Experience and Skills

• Active NACI.
• One (1) year working directly with Service Members in a performance and/or resilience training and education setting is preferred.
• Prior work with Service Members in a performance and/or resilience training and education setting is preferred.
• Military service is desirable but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Teams).

Military Veterans and Spouses are encouraged to apply! If you are interested in supporting and working with our U.S. Military and a passionate Serco team, submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800‑628‑6458, option 1.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government‑issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application.