Strength and Conditioning Specialist

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SUMMARY

Bering Global Solutions is seeking full-time Strength and Conditioning (S&C) coaches for supporting the Air Force at Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi. S&C coaches will be part of a holistic team of human performance (HP) specialists supporting the US Air Force (USAF). S&C coaches will prepare USAF pilots for the physical demands of flying operations. Daily activities for the S&C coach may include programming, fitness assessments, one-on-one or group coaching, or teaching S&C academics in a traditional classroom setting. S&C coaches will have daily contact and interaction with AF trainees and military leadership, as well as other staff members, contractors, and vendors. As such, the selected party must adhere to the highest standards of conduct throughout the course of their daily activities and apply appropriate relationships with trainees, customers, and teammates.

Salary range:

$46,000 - 56,000

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Demonstrate persistent and effective coaching presence and attitude
• Be able to identify points of performance and common movement faults
• Provide effective tactile, verbal, and visual cueing
• Maintain personal fitness and demonstrate quality movement
• Teach and demonstrate S&C fundamentals
• Conduct S&C assessments
• Design and update training programs and curriculum 
• Teach traditional classroom blocks of instruction related to health, fitness, and physical performance
• Utilize human performance technology to inform programming, assess athletic performance, etc.
• Evaluate and provide written professional assessments on emerging technology
• Build rapport with students and motivate them to achieve higher levels of performance
• As appropriate, be an effective leader, teammate, and collaborative staff member
• Regularly participate in staff training, scheduling, and other meetings to support the program
• Effectively work with frequent changes, interruptions, and varying environmental conditions
• Maintain strong communication (written and oral), leadership and organizational skills  
• Be familiar with, follow, and apply designated AF training and safety directives and guidelines 
• Maintain all professional credentials and licensure

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required (Minimum) Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. Degree in accredited exercise science, health science, or physical education-related discipline
• Possess and maintain current certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).
• Creditable specialized experience includes: developing long and short-range planning and coordination of sport/mission-specific performance programs resulting in attributable results with elite athletes (e.g., Division I collegiate, Olympic, professional level athletes or Special Operations Force (SOF) - specific tactical professionals)
• 3+ combined years of tactical, collegiate, professional, and/or Olympic athlete strength and conditioning experience 
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross with Automated External Defibrillators (AED) certification. (Certification cards must display the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross emblem; Web-based classes do not meet required standards)
• U.S. citizen
• Ability to read, write and speak English effectively with Airmen and staff
• Ability to pass and maintain Tier 1 clearance
• Demonstrate sufficient initiative, interpersonal relationship skills, and social sensitivity such that they can relate to a variety of Airmen from diverse backgrounds

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in Health and Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field
• Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC)
• National Strength and Conditioning (NSCA) Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F)
• Functional Range Systems FRCms or Kinstretch
• CrossFit Level 2 or higher
• Ability to operate a computer utilizing Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel
• Ability to navigate and operate with unit SharePoint sites

NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing. Be physically able to lift and manipulate loads and weight plates up to 45 pounds.

COVID VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

• This position is not currently subject to federal or company requirements regarding COVID-19 vaccination or regular testing; but this is subject to change at any time. Employees are expected to comply with all current and future federal and company requirements.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• This position does perform DOT “safety-sensitive” functions (as defined under 49 CFR Part 40) and is subject to all federal requirements related to Department of Transportation requirements for those performing, or on-call to perform, “safety-sensitive” functions.  Employees must provide a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Job is performed in a gym setting with exposure to weight machines, treadmills, gym equipment and requires the use of a computer. The work described herein is primarily a modern gym setting. Occasional travel may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required. Reliable transportation to/from work a necessity and must be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference.  BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.