Strength and Conditioning Coach

About The Position

The Strength and Conditioning Coach (SCC) is responsible for establishing and administering effective strength and conditioning training programs designed to maximize the physical performance and reduce the risk of Musculoskeletal injuries of personnel. The SCC supports the optimization of individual’s and unit’s physical readiness and ability to perform warrior tasks and battle drills required for the Brigade-based multi-disciplinary team’s mission.

This is an on-site position that will be required to work in Ft. Drum, NY. A thorough government background check will be administered.

We are seeking to fill multiple positions at this site!

About The Program

Optimizing Soldier readiness and performance within the Army’s new Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) System. The H2F System is the Army’s primary investment in Soldier readiness and lethality, optimal physical and non-physical performance, reduced injury rates, improved rehabilitation after injury, and increased overall effectiveness of the Total Army. The system empowers and equips Soldiers to take charge of their health, fitness, and well-being in order to optimize individual performance, while preventing injury and disease.

Primary focus is to optimize individual and unit physical readiness and ability to perform warrior tasks and battle drills required for the BDE’s mission. Physical readiness is defined as availability for deployment and task specific performance. Develop comprehensive, periodized education and services program integrated and synchronized with the Brigade (BDE) and Battalion (BN) training calendars. Success is determined by the ability of the BDE to perform its combat mission.

Salary Range

$27.88 - $31.73 Hourly. Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

What Makes Geneva Unique

At Geneva, we invest in your growth, your transition, and your long-term success—not just the role.

• $2,500 sign on bonus

• $500 for continuing education and certifications

• $1,000 employee referral bonus for referring a friend

• Relocation assistance

• Mentorship through CSCS certification and cost reimbursement after passing certification.

• Don’t have a CSCS or SCCC certification but are planning to pursue one? We encourage you to apply!

• Military veterans without the required years of experience; requirement may be waived.

Comprehensive Employer-Paid Benefits & Total Rewards

Geneva offers a competitive, mission-driven total rewards package, with several benefits fully or partially paid by the employer, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• $2,500 annual employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a 50% employer match on up to 10% of employee contributions

• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (employer paid)

• Employer-paid Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to employees

• Nonprofit employment eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Time Off & Well-Being

• 4 weeks of accrued paid time off annually

• 11 paid federal holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development opportunities to support continued learning and career growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited college or university

• Possess a current certification by the NSCA as a CSCS or by the CSCCA as a SCCC. If you possess this certification already, please ensure to upload it with your application when applying.

• Possess a minimum of three full years of relevant SCC work experience defined as independently developing and executing task and environment specific functional injury control and health/well-being programs for groups of athletes or DoD/Department of Homeland Security / Department of Justice entities focused on a common sport or mission performance goal. Employment related to internships or graduate work up to one year will be considered towards relevant experience with Geneva approval.  

• Hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification 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

• Ability to read, write, and speak English and effectively communicate with Soldiers and leadership

• Demonstrate sufficient initiative, interpersonal relationship skills and social sensitivity such that they can relate to a variety of Soldiers from diverse backgrounds

• Ability to operate a computer utilizing Microsoft applications, such as Word, Excel, and Teams

• Capable of properly lifting and manipulating loads or weights up to 45 pounds and capable of meeting physical demands of training in all types of weather with Soldiers including the ability to hike over rough terrain, function in austere environments to observe Soldier training evolutions and to train, educate, coach, and mentor

• Capable of observing, demonstrating, and correcting Soldier’s performance of training/exercise techniques and form

• Will be required to undergo a Tier 1 government background investigation / check as a US Citizen. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance regarding Common Access Card (CAC) issuance.

Responsibilities

• Developing, coordinating, executing, and managing recommended and approved strength and conditioning programs

• Coordinate, execute, and manage approved physical performance optimization training programs within the framework of the unit’s training/operational schedule, battle rhythm, and culture

• Regularly brief Geneva and site leadership on necessary improvements to physical training programming and H2F contracted activities

• Develop and recommend evidence-based, periodized strength and conditioning programs focused on unit mission and individual Soldier tasks that are synchronized and integrated with unit training/operational schedule, battle rhythm, and culture and implement upon Government approval

• As required, submit strength and conditioning programs, with quantified training loads, for approval and implement upon Government approval.

• Develop, coordinate, and execute approved training programs for Soldiers with physical limitations that are medically cleared for strength and conditioning training/reconditioning

• Ensure all strength and conditioning education and services are synchronized and integrated with approved education and services provided by Performance Team

• Coach and mentor

• Provide recommended and approved instruction and guidance to Soldiers and unit leadership on physical strength and conditioning with regards to injury mitigation strategies collaboratively

• Identify and direct Soldiers with an apparent new or undiagnosed medical condition to the appropriate medical professionals for evaluation and treatment

• Collect performance data and prepare documentation and reporting of data