Functional Strength Coach

Location: Travis Air Force Base, California
Position: Functional Strength Coach
Program: Holistic Health and Fitness (HHF) Support

Scope

The Functional Strength Coach will provide Holistic Health and Fitness (HHF) support to Airmen assigned to the 621st Contingency Response Wing (CRW). The HHF program combines athletic training, functional strength, and mindfulness coaching to provide an integrated approach to holistic human development.

The Functional Strength Coach will support evidence-based Human Performance (HP) programs designed around the unique operational requirements of CRW personnel, including the strength, endurance, mobility, and durability necessary to perform demanding contingency response missions.

Description of Services / Introduction

The contractor shall provide qualified personnel and all necessary non-personal services required to accomplish the performance objectives established by the PWS.

Functional Strength Coaching will provide mission-specific performance support designed to prepare Airmen for the physical demands associated with global mobility, airbase opening, contingency response, heavy load carriage, equipment movement, aircraft handling, security operations, and other high-tempo mobility tasks.

Services will be tailored to the requirements of individual CRW career fields and designed to support sustained physical readiness.

Background

The 621st Contingency Response Wing requires HHF support to increase readiness and lethality, improve physical and non-physical performance, reduce preventable injuries, improve rehabilitation after injury, and increase mindfulness among assigned Airmen.

CRW personnel operate in austere, resource-limited, and rapidly changing environments. The Human Performance program is intended to provide physical performance solutions that reflect the varied demands of CRW missions and Air Force Specialty Codes.

Objectives

The Functional Strength Coach will support objectives to:

• Improve Airmen's mission-ready physical performance.
• Reduce preventable injuries.
• Improve strength, endurance, mobility, and durability.
• Prepare Airmen for heavy load carriage and equipment movements.
• Support physical requirements associated with aircraft handling and security operations.
• Prepare personnel for extended operations with limited rest cycles.
• Support high-tempo mobility tasks requiring repeated explosive effort.
• Provide mission-specific Human Performance guidance.
• Provide field-ready sustainment options for Airmen before deployments.
• Support the overall readiness of the 621st CRW.

Hours of Operation

Services will be provided primarily during the military working day, with an expected workday of eight (8) hours. The nature of the effort may periodically require nonstandard work hours.

*Position is contingent upon contract award.

• Conducting and supporting Human Performance evaluations.
• Developing and delivering mission-specific physical performance training.
• Providing tailored training based on individual squadron missions.
• Participating in rotational squadron embedment for 30 consecutive days.
• Coordinating with squadron UFPMs.
• Observing and guiding mandatory squadron physical training sessions as necessary.
• Providing at least two PT sessions per week during the applicable embedment period.
• Providing tailored training sessions, including activities such as running clinics and weightlifting form training, at least twice per month.
• Supporting individual interactions and training sessions based on scheduling availability.
• Maintaining secure and compliant records of assessments, training sessions, and outcomes.
• Providing required performance reports and supporting program metrics.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a practicing strength coach.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Kinesiology or Exercise Science from an accredited college or university.
• Certification as a Tactical Strength & Conditioning Facilitator® (TSAC-F®) by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
• Certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®) by the NSCA.

Security Clearance & Installation Requirements

The Functional Strength Coach must:

• Possess a SECRET or provisional SECRET security clearance prior to starting work and maintain the required security clearance for the duration of the contract.
• Comply with applicable security, safety, installation access, and force protection requirements.
• Complete required background and installation access checks.
• Obtain a Department of War Common Access Card (CAC), when required under the PWS.
• Complete Antiterrorism Level I Awareness Training within 30 calendar days after contract start, with annual completion required.
• Comply with applicable OPSEC requirements.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Pass required illegal drug screening.
• Maintain all required certifications throughout contract performance.
• Possess the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively.
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office and standard office automation tools.

The Functional Strength Coach will also be required to attend the 621st CRW Devil Development course within the first 90 days of contract performance to develop an understanding of the CRW organization, structure, and mission.