WARR ATHLETIC TRAINER NF4 Job in Quantico, VA

Vacancy No. 74157 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $90,000.00 to $100,000.00 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/12/2025 Close Date 8/26/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Quantico, VA


Summary

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.

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Duties

This is an administrative position at the Headquarter Marine Corps level with limited hands-on practice and interaction with warfighters and their families.  Develops and oversees policy, practice, and accreditation in the areas of physical agents, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, therapeutic exercise, reconditioning, and recovery to provide structured program interventions, reconditioning protocols, education, and policy to include clinical and non-clinical protocols for the Marine Corps Total Fitness (MCTF) and WARR system, Performance Centers, and recovery spaces. Evaluates Marine Corps sports programs for overall recovery and injury mitigation. Executes injury management, recovery, and reconditioning programs throughout Semper Fit for all authorized users. Monitors, and controls environmental risks, and develops organizational measures of effectiveness and performance Measure of effectiveness and performance (MOE/MOP) for Sports Medicine / Athletic Training Programs. 

Maintains awareness of current research and practice in the field of sports medicine to include health, wellness, prevention, and performance for warfighters and their families.  Assists the military community in developing and teaching recovery, performance, and reconditioning skills that reduce injury, disease, and improve performance as it relates to Marines Corps Total Force Fitness (MCTF).  Develops cooperative relationships with strategic partners and stakeholders for the purpose of facilitating efficiency and service delivery.

Implements standards and guidelines on the handling of sensitive information that is proprietary, privileged, confidential or otherwise legally exempt from disclosure. Inspects and ensures installations safeguards sensitive information and prevents unauthorized reading, printing, retaining, copying, or dissemination of information, messages, or correspondence in accordance with rules and regulations such as those covered by the Privacy Act, 5 USC 552(a), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Public Law 104-191, and DoD Directive 6025.18.  Requires installation Athletic Trainers to notify higher level supervisor, and headquarters and senders immediately when proprietary information has been released and advises on how to properly recover and protect information. 

Collaborates with a diverse network of primary prevention and intervention providers such as Navy Medicine Health Protection Command, The Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Team, The Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, The Uniformed Services University, Consortium for Health and Military Performance, the Dietitian and Food Sciences Director within MFS, and other agencies, and installation Semper fit Program Managers. Incumbent will also participate in working groups with other Department of Defense Agencies such as the Military Injury Prevention Working Group. Establishes interconnectedness and synthesis implementing inter-disciplinary approaches to enhance performance, health, and recovery within the military environment.

This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required.

May travel to complete work assignments.  May perform other duties as assigned.

May work a fluctuating work schedule and travel to support other programs such as All Marine Sports outside of the typical work week and work hours. 

Performs other related duties assigned by the Semper Fit Director.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

A master¿s degree in athletic training or physical therapy or a related field, Certification (ATC) from the National Athletic Trainer¿s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) with eligibility for state licensure and a minimum of three years of experience as an ATC or a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).  CSCS certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association, or SCCC certification from the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association required. Certifications must be attached to application. At least one year of experience implementing and executing a budget for large scale programs is desired.

 Advanced knowledge in the following areas: Experience with college and /or professional athletics and /or military sport medicine. Proficiency in Pathology of chronic and acute injuries related to military service, high school, college, or professional sports. Experience evaluating and providing services related to orthopedic injury. Familiarity with Acute care of injuries and illness related to the military training environment.  Awareness of Therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, cryotherapy, thermotherapy, neuromuscular electrical stimulation, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, continuous passive motion, massage, dry needling, Graston, and other passive modalities. Skilled in computerized and state of the art equipment associated with conditioning, recovery, and reconditioning. Knowledge of psychosocial interventions and referrals methods. Awareness of injury reduction and risk management process. Expertise in Nutritional aspects of injury, illness, recovery, and supplementation. Awareness of Healthcare administration and policy.  Expert within Professional experience writing, publishing, and developing Athletic Training curriculum delivered to staff and target populations. The ability to articulate an understanding of health literacy needs of the population related to physical recovery, injury prevention, and stress management and work as part of a comprehensive team to fulfill the mission and contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures that affect the readiness of the Marine Corps community. Skill to communicate with high-ranking officials and active-duty personnel. 

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
           *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
           *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:

•      Stability of Federal Civilian Service

•      People with passion for doing work that matters

•      Quality of Work Life Balance

•      Competitive Pay

•      Comprehensive Benefit Packages

•      Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

Required Documents

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.  To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement. Resumé with photos will not be accepted for this position.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

Agency contact information

BUSINESS AND SUPPORT SERVICES
Address
BUSINESS AND SUPPORT SERVICES
DIVISION
3044 CATLIN AVE
QUANTICO, VA 22134-5003
USA

Next steps

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.


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