Senior SOF Strength & Conditioning Lead

Maximus; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Senior Strength and Conditioning Specialist to lead and refine evidence-based programs for SOF personnel, ensuring performance optimization and injury mitigation. The role requires an active US Secret clearance or eligibility and will coordinate across multiple locations and teams.

The position emphasizes administration, quality assurance, and collaboration with medical and performance staff to support continuous improvement and readiness.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field and 7+ years of professional strength/conditioning experience required.
• CSCS certification and CPR/AED certification are required.
• Candidates must be eligible for Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Senior Strength and Conditioning Coach when two or more coaches are assigned to the same location and perform administrative duties.
• Assist leadership with day-to-day core functional areas to ensure contract compliance and program rules.
• Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports for measurement and efficiency.
• Develop strategic plans, objectives, and work plans with project/leadership.
• Supervise and motivate project staff to maintain team cohesion.
• Develop and monitor performance goals and ensure achievement of those goals.
• Create and implement innovative methodologies to improve operations and quality.
• Meet standards outlined in performance criteria and bonus templates.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Athlete training knowledge

Injury prevention

Performance analytics

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science/related

CSCS certification

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Maximus is seeking a Senior Strength and Conditioning Specialist to lead and refine evidence-based programs for SOF personnel, ensuring performance optimization and injury mitigation. The role requires an active US Secret clearance or eligibility and will coordinate across multiple locations and teams.

The position emphasizes administration, quality assurance, and collaboration with medical and performance staff to support continuous improvement and readiness.