Physical Performance Specialist
US$65,000 – US$80,000 / yr base salary
Posted 5 Oct 2026
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- Expected experience
- 3+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$65,000 – US$80,000 / yr |
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CertificationsCertified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC), BLS/CPR with AED Certification
Field of studyExercise Science, Kinesiology (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Field of studyExercise Science, Kinesiology (or related)
Study levelMaster's
SCT is a firm that partners and collaborates with our clients to deliver results and navigate complex challenges. We bring specialized expertise in strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, data analytics, talent management, human capital management, and PMO services. Our core values, that we apply to everything we do, are Integrity, Superior Value, Excellence, Teamwork, Empowerment and Continuous Learning.
We value highly and therefore cultivate a collaborative working culture that emphasizes each employee's strengths and interests in building our team and delivering for clients.
Description
SCT seeks an experienced Physical Performance Specialist (PPS) to support a proposal for Army National Guard Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Performance Team services. The PPS supports Soldier readiness by developing, administering, and evaluating physical training programs that improve strength, conditioning, movement, recovery, and physical performance while reducing injury risk. The PPS works directly with Soldiers, unit leaders, other H2F Performance Team specialists, and unit medical personnel to develop training aligned with the Army Fitness Test and unit mission requirements. This position also coaches and mentors unit H2F-Integrators and Master Fitness Trainers to strengthen the unit’s organic ability to sustain safe and effective physical training.
Duties
- Lead the development and implementation of command-specific Physical Readiness Training Programs (PRTP) and Special Conditioning Programs (SCP).
- Design, demonstrate, and lead comprehensive, scheduled strength and conditioning programs that enhance all components of physical fitness and align with the AFT and unit mission needs.
- Provide expert instruction on proper exercise techniques and safety protocols to maximize training effectiveness and mitigate musculoskeletal injury risk.
- Develop and maintain practical resources, including scalable training templates, exercise demonstration videos, and equipment modification guides for units with limited resources.
- Coordinate with HPT specialists and unit medical personnel to develop and oversee reconditioning programs for Soldiers returning from injury.
- Coach and mentor unit H2F-Integrators and Master Fitness Trainers through technical guidance and hands-on training.
- Maintain expert knowledge of applicable Army H2F standards, doctrine, and regulations, including FM 7-22, the AFT, AR 600-9, and AR 350-1.
- Maintain professional communication with unit leadership, Government representatives, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field. (Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field preferred).