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Health and Fitness Specialist

Leidos McLean, VA On-site senior full-time

Salary

$65,650 - $118,675 per year

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Description

Leidos Intelligence Sector is seeking an experienced Health and Fitness Specialist to support a Federal Intelligence Community customer's occupational health and wellness program.

The Health and Fitness Specialist will work at federal facilities throughout Northern Virginia as part of a team responsible for developing, implementing, and delivering health, wellness, and fitness programs to the federal workforce.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Plan, coordinate, and deliver comprehensive health and fitness programs in collaboration with government stakeholders.
  • Conduct individual fitness assessments, establish fitness goals, and develop customized exercise programs.
  • Provide individual health and wellness consultations, fitness instruction, and ongoing support.
  • Develop and deliver health and wellness briefings, workshops, seminars, and special events.
  • Lead group exercise classes and educate participants on proper exercise techniques, body alignment, and exercise safety.
  • Provide general guidance on nutrition, exercise, and healthy lifestyle practices.
  • Support the planning, management, and evaluation of fitness programs, facilities, and equipment.
  • Perform administrative duties, including fitness facility oversight, equipment assessments, and program documentation.
  • Attend meetings and prepare weekly activity reports.
  • Serve as a substitute instructor for group exercise classes as needed.

Required Qualifications:

  • U.S. citizenship is required to be eligible for the security clearance.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
  • Willingness to undergo the required security clearance process and wait until the clearance is fully approved before beginning employment in this position. The clearance process may take one year or longer.
  • Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Health and Fitness Specialist, Exercise Physiologist, Personal Trainer, or in a related field, including experience establishing fitness goals and developing individualized fitness programs.
  • Current personal training certification from at least one of the following nationally recognized organizations: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), American Council on Exercise (ACE), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
  • Current CPR and AED certification.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide individual instruction and lead group activities.
  • Ability to travel locally between customer facilities throughout Northern Virginia.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
  • Experience supporting corporate wellness, occupational health, or employee fitness programs.
  • Availability to work within the hours of 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, based on program requirements.

Security Clearance Sponsorship:

  • This position is open to qualified U.S. citizens who do not currently possess a security clearance. Leidos will sponsor selected candidates for a TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Pay Range:

  • $65,650.00 - $118,675.00

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Skills

Required

  • Exercise Science
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Kinesiology
  • Personal Training
  • Group Fitness Instruction
  • Health and Wellness Consulting
  • Fitness Program Planning

Nice to have

  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
  • Corporate Wellness
  • Occupational Health
  • Employee Fitness Programs

Ready to apply?

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