FITNESS SPEC SUPV / NF4
What you'd do
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.
Major duties
The Director of Athletic Training serves as the supervisory athletic trainer for the installation Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention Program. The purpose of this position is to oversee a full range of athletic training services and implement standardized clinical methodologies associated with athletic training to improve the readiness, lethality, and resilience of the total force across all domains of fitness-physical, mental spiritual, and social. SUMMARY OF DUTIES: The incumbent oversees the execution of all aspects of the Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention Program portfolio including oversight of athletic training spaces and resources and is responsible for designing and implementing athletic training protocols and operating procedures related to athletic training services that align with policy. Coordinates athletic training efforts across the installation at various locations to include competitive events and unit physical training sessions at the performance center or in the field. Integrates expertise with Warrior Athlete Readiness and Resilience (WARR) team to provide holistic interventions designed to keep Marines training within their unit or the ability to return to training to achieve operational physical readiness. Participates in education activities by presenting appropriate classes, lectures, and hands-on demonstrations. Periodically evaluates and updates education materials for Marines and other authorized users. Establishes streamlined protocols such as movement assessments, individual program outcomes tracking, and makes recommendations to modify the programs. Provides input on exercise facility requirements, assists in the procurement of athletic training equipment, and makes recommendations for equipment replacement. The incumbent manages the daily operations of the athletic training and recovery rooms, maintaining accurate clinical records, ensuring compliance with OPNAV Instructions and Marine Corps policies, and overseeing the athletic training budget. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that the WARR Sports Medicine Program is in alignment with the OPNAV Instruction/ MCO 6400.2 regarding the certification process, and the development and sustainment of the Memorandum of Agreement between BUMED and Semper Fit, WARR. Supervises employee(s) including performing duties of assigning and distributing work, coaching, counseling, tutoring, and mentoring employees; approving and disapproving leave, recommending and completing personnel actions, completing performance reviews, timekeeping, training employees, keeping abreast of and actively supporting the principles of the EEO program, and prevention of sexual harassment. Must be alert to alcohol abuse and take appropriate action. Requires a valid driver's license. If located OCONUS, the incumbent must have a SOFA driver's license. Performs other duties as assigned
What you need to qualify
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Sports Medicine, Athletic Training or Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university Doctorate degree preferred AND three years of applicable experience. Previous supervisory experience preferred. Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach from Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Association or National Strength and Conditioning Association is preferred. The incumbent must meet credentialing requirements IAW OPNAVINST/MCO 6400.2, ¿Scope, Limitations, Certification, Utilization, and Physician Oversight of Certified Athletic Trainers.¿ which requires the incumbent to possess and maintain certification as an athletic trainer from the National Athletic Trainer's Association's Board of Certification Demonstrate knowledge of medical-based comprehensive preventative services of care in six domains of clinical practice: prevention, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, immediate care, treatment, reconditioning, administration, and professional responsibility. Knowledge of physical therapeutic concepts and methodologies to provide secondary and tertiary intervention protocols according to the condition of the client with or at risk for physical disabilities neuromuscular and psychosocial dysfunction. Working knowledge of Marine Corps directives and policies related to physical performance operational readiness. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and kinesiology. Knowledge and ability to conduct immediate clinical evaluations of injuries and illnesses sustained in athletics and the ability to provide first aid and emergency care. Knowledge of athletic trainer competencies such as prevention and the referral processes associated with athletic injuries or illnesses; first aid and emergency care; rehabilitation and reconditioning; counseling and guidance for sports participants. Knowledge and skill to assess and gather medical information and health history. Knowledge of the procedures required for situations that require physician guidance or additional medical interventions. Sufficient knowledge and ability to build interpersonal relationships and social sensitivity such that the incumbent can relate to the military population in a diverse environment. This position has been designated as a position of trust. The incumbent must be eligible for an Access National Agency Check and Inquiries (ANACI/ Tier 3) background investigation. Appointment and continued employment are subject to a favorable adjudication of the security investigation
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