Human Performance Specialist

Quick Facts

• Role: Human Performance Specialist

• Focus: Optimize physical readiness and human performance for active-duty service members onboard an installation

Description

Implements and delivers Navy physical training and performance protocols, including the Command Fitness Leader (CFL) course and related readiness training. Designs, administers, and evaluates periodized training and testing programs; collects and records performance metrics in PRIMS-2. Provides instruction on conditioning, injury prevention, and human performance initiatives, coordinating with medical staff and ensuring safe facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Implement physical training and performance protocols for active-duty service members

• Deliver the Command Fitness Leader (CFL) course and general military physical readiness training

• Provide individual and group training (e.g., Fitness Enhancement Program) per Navy Physical Readiness Program instruction

• Design, administer, and evaluate physical training protocols and periodized programs for military personnel, All-Navy Sports athletes, and commands

• Coordinate exercise programs with other physical readiness staff to support safe and expeditious return to duty

• Instruct and advise Navy personnel/commands on physical conditioning, injury prevention, and human performance initiatives

• Conduct fitness testing and assessments (physical fitness assessment, body composition, flexibility, agility, aerobic endurance, muscular endurance)

• Collect metrics and record results in PRIMS-2

• Refer active-duty personnel to medical providers when needed, coordinating with military medical staff

• Assist in developing standard operating procedures and exercise protocols, including safe use of strength and conditioning equipment

• Monitor program outcomes, attend meetings, and identify opportunities for improvement

• Stay current on human performance trends

• Monitor, validate, and inventory HP equipment; ensure safe working condition and execute repair/replace protocols

• Support safe and effective facility/equipment utilization

• Provide input for short- and long-term fiscal plans

Requirements

• Pass applicable records and background checks

• Successful E-Verify employment verification

• Maintain current CPR certification including AED training

• Obtain Blood-borne Pathogen Certification within 90 days of hire

• Where CFL instructor duties are required: meet and maintain Navy physical readiness standards per OPNAVINST 6110

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related medical/health sciences/allied sciences field (from an accredited program)

• At least 3 years of progressively responsible experience optimizing human performance through health/wellness/performance concepts

• Current professional certification from an NCCA-accredited health/fitness organization or DEAC

Benefits

• Salary dependent on experience and/or education, inclusive of locality pay

• Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer required within the first 30 days

• Federal workplace drug-free requirement applies