Senior Strength and Conditioning Coach — SOF Lead

Maximus; Tysons (VA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-issued computer equipment

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Senior Strength and Conditioning Coach to support SOF personnel in garrison, TDY/TAD, and deployed environments. You will lead program development, testing, and execution, focusing on performance, injury prevention, and safe training delivery.

The role requires extensive experience with elite athletes or SOF-like environments, advanced credentials, and the ability to coordinate with medical and nutrition teams for holistic outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field with 7+ years of experience.
• Licensed therapist valid in the state of practice.
• Bachelor's degree in exercise science, health science, or related discipline.
• CSCS or CSCCA certification and CPR/AED certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist leadership in running core functional areas to ensure compliance.
• Develop and monitor performance goals for project staff.
• Lead Strength and Conditioning efforts for SOF personnel.
• Design and evaluate training protocols for garrison and deployment settings.
• Coordinate with medical and nutrition teams for holistic performance.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Bachelor's degree in exercise science/health science/related

NSCA CSCS or CSCCA certification

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Maximus is seeking a Senior Strength and Conditioning Coach to support SOF personnel in garrison, TDY/TAD, and deployed environments. You will lead program development, testing, and execution, focusing on performance, injury prevention, and safe training delivery.

The role requires extensive experience with elite athletes or SOF-like environments, advanced credentials, and the ability to coordinate with medical and nutrition teams for holistic outcomes.