SOF Strength & Conditioning Coach

Maximus; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Discounts on insurance (auto/home/pet)

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Specialist to support SOF personnel with evidence-based training, injury mitigation, and return-to-duty planning. You will design individualized and group programs, teach proper technique, and coordinate with medical and human performance staff to ensure safe, timely, and mission-ready physical readiness.

Preferred candidates reside near multiple US bases; U.S. citizenship and Secret clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited exercise science/related discipline.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• NSCA CSCS or CSCCA SCCC certification required/maintained.
• Current CPR certification with AED training.

Responsibilities

• Assist leadership in daily operations to ensure contract compliance and program rules.
• Analyze performance data to measure efficiency and outcomes.
• Develop and monitor project goals with management and staff.
• Provide guidance to team and resolve issues promptly.
• Document services in enterprise systems as required.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Ability to instruct and mentor

Knowledge of strength and conditioning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science/related field

Master’s degree preferred

NSCA CSCS or CSCCA SCCC certification

Licensed CPR/ AED certification

Job description

Maximus is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Specialist to support SOF personnel with evidence-based training, injury mitigation, and return-to-duty planning. You will design individualized and group programs, teach proper technique, and coordinate with medical and human performance staff to ensure safe, timely, and mission-ready physical readiness.

Preferred candidates reside near multiple US bases; U.S. citizenship and Secret clearance eligibility are required.