Athletic Trainer (ATC) – SMIP
Tanaq Support ServicesOverview
Tanaq Support Services (TSS) delivers professional, scientific, and technical services and information technology (IT) solutions to federal agencies in health, agriculture, technology, and other government services. TSS is a subsidiary of the St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving Federal customers while also giving back to the Tanaq native community and shareholders.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated, skilled Athletic Trainer to contribute to the mission of the United States Marine Corps’ Sports Medicine Injury Prevention (SMIP) Program. Your expertise will play a vital role in optimizing Marine performance and readiness. Your expertise will play a vital role in optimizing Marine performance and readiness.
As an Athletic Trainer (ATC), you will play a key role in optimizing Marine performance and readiness, injury prevention, and recovery in a high-performance, tactical environment. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside an interdisciplinary team dedicated to enhancing the health and durability of active-duty service members.
This role is ideal for Athletic Trainers looking to transition from traditional sports settings into a structured, mission-driven environment, working with tactical athletes while maintaining a strong work-life balance.
This is fully on-site at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) - Jacksonville, NC. We have opportunities available across the U.S.—check out our job board for a full list of openings and locations: TSS- Job Board
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with a diverse team that may include physical therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, dietitians, cognitive performance experts, and occupational therapists.
- Contribute to soldier readiness by delivering prevention-focused care, acute injury management, and rehabilitation for musculoskeletal injuries.
- Support performance optimization strategies that address the five readiness domains: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, and spiritual.
- Support unit leaders with evidence-based strategies to reduce injuries, promote recovery, and enhance overall unit readiness.
- Leverage data and tools developed by the Center for Initial Military Training (CIMT) to track and improve performance outcomes.
- Serve as a key player in improving soldier performance, ACFT pass rates, and resilience across the force.
Required Skills and Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional AT experience (post-certification), with active practice in at least 1 year of the last 3 years as a Certified Athletic Trainer with collegiate athletes, professional/Olympic athletes, or military personnel. A waiver may be requested to consider the circumstances surrounding the demonstrated experience and reviewed and approved at the Government's discretion.
- Demonstrated strength and conditioning experience.
- Ability to obtain AT licensure in the assigned state if not currently licensed in the state of hire.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
- National Provider Identifier (NPI), or the ability to obtain.
- Must be a U.S. citizen to meet federal government contract requirements.
Education and Certifications
- Bachelor's degree (master’s preferred) in Athletic Training or similar degree.
- BOC Certified (ATC) - Passing score required to be credentialed as ATC.
- National Provider Identifier (NPI).
- Current, unrestricted Athletic Trainer license in any U.S. state/territory.
Physical Requirements
- The role is dynamic and on-site, requiring adaptability in a fast-paced and multifaceted environment. Duties and priorities may shift throughout the workday, and interaction with soldiers during training or recovery is hands-on and proactive.
- May involve standing, walking, lifting, and supporting physical readiness activities.
- Ability to adapt to dynamic conditions and field-based settings.
- Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds and spend time on feet, in the elements, while carrying supplies.
- Complete a Physical and obtain required immunizations, or be able to obtain (post-offer) as required by the client.
Why Join
The SMIP program is already making measurable improvements in soldiers' health, from reducing injuries to enhancing performance, and you can be a vital part of that impact.
- Mission-driven work supporting marine readiness and performance
- Structured schedule with improved work-life balance compared to traditional athletic training roles
- Opportunity to work with tactical athletes in a high-performance environment
- Full-time role with comprehensive benefits, M-F 40-hr workweek.
Benefits Information
Benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Tanaq. Full-time US-based employees gain access to healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, HSA, EAP, Education Reimbursement, Paid Time Off and Holidays.
Who We Are
Tanaq Support Services (TMS) is a public health contractor, certified 8(a) business, owned by St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation. (ANC). We listen to our stakeholders and leverage our science, technology, communication, and program expertise to understand and provide feedback as we develop solutions.
Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination
Tanaq is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email accommodation@tanaq.com to request a reasonable accommodation. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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