Advisor II - Human Performance Optimization (HPO) - The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking an Advisor II - Human Performance Optimization (HPO) (Training and Curriculum Development)to lead the successful completion of key deliverables and stated objectives to initially develop and stand up the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness Advisor (H2F-A) program. The overall goal of this project is to bridge the gap between holistic health and fitness scientific research and the general public's knowledge and ability to optimize their health, performance, and well-being. The Advisor II - Human Performance Optimization (HPO) will lead a team of subject matter experts to develop and stand-up curriculum that will span the domains of physical readiness, mental readiness, sleep readiness, spiritual readiness, nutritional readiness, behavior change, integration, and resource management. They will work with the College of Allied Health Sciences and/or other stakeholders to maximize the attainment of college-level credits. They will coordinate and monitor the status of work performed. They will develop, deliver, and evaluate HPO training. 

This position will be in support of the Consortium for Health and Military Performance (CHAMP) under the Uniformed Services University Department of Military Emergency Medicine.  They will be working with the Human Performance Resources by Champ (HPRC) Team to develop and stand-up curriculum for the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness Advisor (H2F-A) program.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Collaborates with key stakeholders to codify Total Task Inventory (TTI) and KSAs (knowledge, skills, and attitudes) for curriculum development and training. Align training initiatives with organizational objectives, leveraging the latest research and best practices in human performance, health, and wellness to ensure impactful outcomes and alignment with current and future operational demands.
• Supervise a team of subject matter experts to develop and implement a curriculum that spans the domains of physical readiness, mental readiness, sleep readiness, spiritual readiness, nutritional readiness, behavior change, integration, and resource management.
• Oversee the design, development, and delivery of innovative HPO training, both in-person and virtual. Incorporate evidence-based research and emerging trends in human performance, health, and cognitive science into curriculum design. Ensure training content is adaptive to diverse learning styles. Regularly review and update training materials to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with TRADOC, CIMT, and other stakeholders to ensure the curriculum and training will produce useable courses and learning products that are certifiable by TRADOC standards and eligible to receive college credit. 
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to develop and lead training in physical fitness, strength & conditioning, sports nutrition, the Army’s holistic health and fitness leadership principles, and how to optimize the sustainability of the Army’s H2F system. 
• Assists with obtaining additional funding and is for writing statements of work, preparing the budget, and working with PI to engage with prospective clients.
• Develops and sustains relationships with DoD stakeholders (Service Members, health care and performance providers, military leaders, etc.) to inform the creation and dissemination of materials. Engages in outreach efforts to increase the DoD and professional communities’ awareness of CHAMP’s resources.
• Leads and facilitates human performance optimization on-site training efforts. Provides quality control feedback to clients and other staff members on training performance.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assigned Lead: May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries; provide input on employee performance evaluations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly, work well with others, identify and resolve problems, and deliver results as a team.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate activities to meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of a variety of software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, proposal/project tracking, and data analysis software
• Knowledge of organizational objectives, the federal budget process, and office automation.
• Familiarity with the Army’s H2F program and TRADOC policy, college course development, and or holistic health is preferred. 
• Military experience preferred. 
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust. 

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree required (Economics, Statistics, Political Science, Health Analytics, Public Health Policy or related field of study); Doctoral Degree preferred. Strong preference for degrees in Health Science, Human performance, or similar field.
• Minimum of 6-8 years experience required

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The likely annual salary range for this position is $88,600 - $110,000 USD. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final salary will be determined based on market analysis, experience, and education. 

Some HJF employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved religious or medical accommodation will be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable.

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.