Lead Athletic Trainer – Army H2F (Fort Benning)

Planned Systems International, Inc.; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) retirement plan with match

Paid leave and disability insurance

Job summary

Cognito Systems, a joint venture with Planned Systems International, seeks a Lead Athletic Trainer to join the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program at Fort Benning in Columbus, Georgia. The role focuses on performance optimization, injury prevention, and interdisciplinary care for Soldiers.

You will lead the Brigade AT team, coordinate with training and medical staff, and drive best practices across the H2F initiatives, contributing to measurable health and readiness improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from CAATE-accredited program and Master's in a related field.
• BOC Certification and CA state/territory license/registration to practice as Athletic Trainer.
• NPI required.
• US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Brigade Athletic Trainer and advisor to Injury Control Director on acute care, injury control, reconditioning, and performance optimization.
• Coordinate with Brigade H2F Strength & Conditioning and other leaders to support Soldier training programs.
• Educate and align AT services with Brigade training calendar and leadership.
• Develop and deliver ATC overview materials for new soldiers and Brigade leadership.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment, track supplies, and report deficiencies to Brigade Program Director.
• Prepare Monthly Status Reports with recommendations and lessons learned.
• Attend and participate in meetings with Brigade leadership and H2F Performance Team members.
• Complete required documentation timely and assist in program reviews.
• Act as point of contact for Cognito Systems with Project Manager.

Education

Bachelor's degree (CAATE accreditation)

Master's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine or related field

BOC certification (Athletic Trainer)

National Provider Identifier (NPI)

U.S. Citizenship

Job description

Cognito Systems, a joint venture with Planned Systems International, seeks a Lead Athletic Trainer to join the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program at Fort Benning in Columbus, Georgia. The role focuses on performance optimization, injury prevention, and interdisciplinary care for Soldiers.

You will lead the Brigade AT team, coordinate with training and medical staff, and drive best practices across the H2F initiatives, contributing to measurable health and readiness improvements.