STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH | LEVEL 1

Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

This job is open to

• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Open to Public

Duties

The Strength and Conditioning Coach will develop physical performance programs in accordance with Marine Corps policies designed to meet the operational needs of Marine Corps units. Programming and educational services will target physical performance, musculoskeletal (MSK) reduction, reconditioning, and primary prevention. The incumbent supports MCTF and ensures that the WARR program service, facilities, and training spaces enhance the health, wellness, and performance as part of primary prevention efforts. The primary duty associated with this position is focused on developing and implementing strength and conditioning programs that enhance force readiness. Strength and conditioning programs include active coaching, physical instruction and training to units, reconditioning programming, and athletic performance development as well as increase Marines' personal knowledge and self-efficacy to lead and develop physical training programs and increase knowledge and skills to reduce risk for injury.

• Develops programs to support the installation commands and Force Fitness Instructors. The incumbent services units, small groups, or individual programs that focus on physical performance. The incumbent promotes other services within Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) and those within the MCTF umbrella available at the installation.
• Assists the Director of Strength and Conditioning by providing mentorship and training to new coaches, assistant coaches, and interns. The incumbent is responsible along with a team of coaches to sustain and inspect performance center equipment. Daily inspections include reporting any maintenance needs of equipment based on the installation's Standard Operating Procedures and/or manufacturer's guidelines and reporting safety issues or violations to the Director of Strength and Conditioning.
• Makes recommendations for new equipment and replacement of equipment inventories in indoor and outdoor spaces. Collect, manage, and protect data collected for analysis related to usage, equipment, resources, and policy as required.
• Available during performance center facility operating hours for scheduling and coaching unit training, small group, individual training, workout of the day, and open gym for all authorized users and is responsible for sustainment of performance center equipment, daily inspections which include reporting any maintenance needs of equipment based on the installation's Standard Operating Procedures and the facility operating hours to include scheduling of unit training, small group, individual training, workout of the day, and open gym for all authorized users.
• Ensure that Department of Defense, Marine Corps, and installation policies, rules, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are followed, and any safety issues or violations are reported to the Strength and Conditioning Program Manager.
• Collect, manage, and protect data collected for analysis related to usage, equipment, resources, and policy as required; to include maintaining financial data related to purchases and budgets as required.
• Utilize multiple resources for programming such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Strength and Conditioning software, and Athlete Management Systems to ensure the program instruction and design methodologies for their respective units or Marines are consistent across the area and implement key modalities associated with comprehensive strength and conditioning programs (strength, power, speed, agility, and recovery). This includes instruction, demonstration of techniques and skills, motivation, development of discipline, testing and evaluation of the Marine's performance related to area of operational readiness, sports performance, and reconditioning.
• May assists the Strength & Conditioning Program Manager by providing mentorship and training to new coaches, assistant coaches, and interns as needed.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in an academic field in health sciences, or allied health sciences in sport exercise science, physiology, kinesiology, health and human performance or related degree.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S.) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certification (SCCC) through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA). Must have a current CPR Certificate.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both coaches and higher level or executive level leadership such as directors and commanders of military units.
• Demonstrate strong public speaking skills and the ability to train in multiple environments or settings for large groups.
• Knowledge of sport-specific or Performance enhancing fundamentals Training, techniques, and safety rules & regulations.
• Ability to influence and build positive relationships among diverse individuals including Marine Corps Community Services entities, commands, coaches, staff, and other providers who contribute to Marine Corps Total Force Fitness.
• Personal computer and related software skills, e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, data query, Internet, etc., necessary.
• Knowledge of the physiological adaptations of the human body to active exercise; of teaching the safe and correct techniques in execution of strength and conditioning.
• Demonstrates at least 6 months of actively coaching strength/conditioning and sports performance in a professional sport, or school (high school, collegiate, or above) or military-first responder environment.

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

Required Documents:

*Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.

*If prior military, DD214 Member Copy

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:
  • Stability of Federal Civilian Service
  • People with passion for doing work that matters
  • Quality of Work Life Balance
  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefit Packages
  • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
  
  Review our benefits
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:
  • Stability of Federal Civilian Service
  • People with passion for doing work that matters
  • Quality of Work Life Balance
  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefit Packages
  • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
  
  Review our benefits
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
  All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
  
  Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.
  
  Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  CAMP ELMORE MCCS
  
  Phone
  
  757/444-6146
  
  Email
  
  mccsquanticohumanresources@usmc-mccs.org
  
  Address
  
  CAMP ELMORE MCCS
  
  MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
  
  ATTN PERSONNEL OFFICER
  
  NORFOLK, VA 23515
  
  USA
  
  Next steps
  
  All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"


If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

Agency contact information

CAMP ELMORE MCCS

Phone

757/444-6146

Email

mccsquanticohumanresources@usmc-mccs.org

Address

CAMP ELMORE MCCS

MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES

ATTN PERSONNEL OFFICER

NORFOLK, VA 23515

USA

Next steps

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request