HP Program Advisor –

Loyal Source; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source seeks a Human Performance program specialist to serve as the technical lead when a HP program Manager or Coordinator is unavailable. You will plan, develop, and synchronize training, guidance, and policy recommendations to enhance operator readiness across the spectrum of military operations.

Responsibilities include designing HP services for SOF operators, coordinating data and reporting in the SPEAR system, and overseeing HP staff travel and training efforts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an accredited exercise science, health science, or physical education‑related discipline.
• Experience planning and coordinating new functional training and nutrition programs.
• Positive attributable results from HPA work in collegiate/professional or SOF environments.
• Experience conducting multi‑domain programming (lecture, multi‑media, hands‑on training) related to strength, conditioning, nutrition, and team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Function as the coordinating technical expert for the Human Performance program where an HP program Manager and/or Coordinator is not available.
• Assist the HP Manager (Government representative) in their duties if required.
• Plan, develop, and synchronize technical training, guidance, and programmatic/policy recommendations.
• Secure, protect, and enhance readiness of all operators across military operations.
• Design, implement, document, and oversee daily HP services for SOF operators with objective feedback to HP lead and chain of command.
• Inventory Human Performance supplies and assist in requisitions for equipment maintenance.
• Oversee and advise on training and travel of HP staff.
• Develop training materials as required by HP leadership.
• Collect and report data as requested by HP leadership and USSOCOM HQ.
• Document work, utilization, and referrals in the SPEAR database.
• Attend and promote interdisciplinary meetings with POTFF staff, medical staff, and command.
• Utilize required software and technologies as requested by HP leadership.

Skills

Experience: 5+ years in performance

Interdisciplinary training design

Policy/guidance development

Education

Master’s degree in exercise science/health science/physical education

Certification: ATC/CSCS/PT/CPS/PD (example)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Function as the coordinating technical expert for the Human Performance program where an HP program Manager and/or Coordinator is not available.


• Assist the HP Manager (Government representative) in the performance of their duties if required.


• Plan, develop, and synchronize technical training, guidance, and programmatic and policy recommendations.


• Secure, protect, and enhance the readiness of all operators across the range of military operations.


• Design, implement, document, and provide direct daily oversight of all human performance services for SOF operators, providing objective feedback to the HP lead, POTFF lead, and chain of command.


• Perform an inventory of Human Performance supplies and resources; assist in preparing equipment and supply requisitions to replenish supplies and acquire preventive maintenance for equipment.


• Oversee and advise on the training and travel of HP staff.


• Develop and promulgate training materials as required by the HP program Manager, Coordinator, and/or senior‑most POTFF staff member.


• Collect and report all data as requested by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator and as required by USSOCOM HQ and its POTFF staff.


• Document work performed, utilization, referrals, and other information in the HP Enterprise-wide database (SPEAR).


• Attend, participate in, and promote interdisciplinary meetings with POTFF staff, medical staff, and chain of command.


• Utilize computers, software, and technologies as required and requested by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator and required by USSOCOM HQ and its POTFF staff.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in the same or similar work described with a minimum of a Master’s degree in an accredited exercise science, health science, or physical education‑related discipline.


• Relevant experience in long and short‑range planning and coordination of new functional training and nutrition programs.


• Positive attributable results from HPA work and relevant work experience in a collegiate and/or professional level athletic environment.


• Experience conducting multi‑domain programming such as lecture, multi‑media, and practical hands‑on training related to strength, conditioning, performance nutrition, and team dynamics.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years or more of demonstrable accumulated experience in developing long and short‑range planning and coordination of sport- and/or mission‑specific performance programs with results in NCAA Collegiate, Olympic, professional sports, and/or SOF Operators settings.

Licensure

• Current certification as one of the following: Certified Athletic Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Senior Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Physical Therapist, Cognitive Performance Specialist, or Performance Dietitian.


• Maintenance of one of these certifications is required.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission‑critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

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