Functional Strength Coach

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Functional Strength Coach to join our team and elevate our clients' fitness journeys.

Location: Joint Base MDL, NJ 08641

Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week
Pay: Approx $56,000 Annually

About the Position

We are seeking experienced Functional Strength Coaches to support a comprehensive Human Performance and Holistic Health & Fitness program serving Air Force personnel. The Functional Strength Coach will design and deliver mission-specific strength and conditioning programs designed to improve physical readiness, strength, endurance, mobility, durability, and performance while helping reduce preventable injuries.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and deliver functional strength and conditioning programs.

· Conduct individual and group Human Performance evaluations.

· Design training programs based on individual, unit, and mission-specific requirements.

· Lead strength and conditioning sessions for personnel with varied occupational demands.

· Provide instruction on proper exercise and weightlifting techniques.

· Conduct performance-training clinics, including running and weightlifting-form training.

· Support unit physical training sessions in coordination with fitness personnel.

· Develop portable and sustainable training guidance for personnel preparing for deployment.

· Provide performance recommendations addressing strength, endurance, mobility, load carriage, equipment movement, and repeated high-intensity activities.

· Track participant performance and maintain accurate training and assessment records.

· Prepare monthly performance reports and documentation.

· Collaborate with Athletic Trainers, Mindfulness Coaches, and unit personnel.

· Participate in professional development, meetings, and program coordination activities.

· Work effectively in field environments, including inclement weather and nonstandard working conditions when required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Kinesiology or Exercise Science from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a practicing strength coach.
• Current Tactical Strength & Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) certification.
• Current Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to successfully complete required background, security, drug-screening, installation-access, and other contract-related requirements.

Pay: Up to $56,000.00 per year

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• strength coach: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Tactical Strength & Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) (Required)
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) (Required)

Work Location: In person