Job Description
Overview JST is currently seeking a Military Adaptive Sports - Event Coordinator to provide support within a government environment. The Military Adaptive Sports-Event Coordinator is responsible for providing a rehabilitative conditioning program appropriate to meet the physical, social, cultural, emotional, and recreational needs and interests of RSMs based on adaptive sports, athletic competitions, and wellness events that promote a successful and well-balanced lifestyle. MAS Event Coordinator is responsible for event coordination to include assistance with planning, coordinating with external agencies, and logistical support.
This is a full-time position located at MacDill AFB in Tampa, FL. JST offers a full benefit package, a collaborative work environment and strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
Military Adaptive Sports - Event Coordinator Responsibilities - Investigate, assess, and reassess when necessary; all client cases involving career transition needs within the Recovery Care Plan.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for USSOCOM WCP's Military Adaptive Sports for Events by:
- Identification of potential event and locations.
- Develop the logistic plan for equipment movement to support the annual USSOCOM MAS Team selection, trials, and competitions.
- Conduct MAS event coordination and planning.
- Marketing adaptive sports events and benefits of participation using multi-platform media.
- Face-2-face, telephonic, electronic formats, and written formats).
- Coordinating RSM adaptive sports event support with the Benevolent Support Team.
- Identify nominees, qualifications, and subsequent entry into the Mentor/Ambassador Program.
- Coordinate with coaching staff and assist with coaching-related support from planning through execution.
- Identify existing adaptive sports resources within the community to provide support, augment the program, and provide ongoing support to the RSMs.
- Collaborate with commensurate program partners for international and national multi-sports events.
- Assist in development of a messaging and marketing plan to meet WCP intent.
- Coordinate training opportunities for displaced RSMs.
- Serve as subject matter expert (SME) for USSOCOM WCP's Military Adaptive Sports for Events by:
- Researching and identifying reconditioning programs to meet injury specific needs of the RSM
- Identify adaptive sports equipment commensurate to RSM disabilities.
- Understand and be able to group RSMs based on injury or disability classifications and provide recommendations on all classification-related issues.
- Provide assistance, education, and coordination on administrative requirements of RSM participation in adaptive sport events.
- Perform as liaison to local unit leadership for SOF WII participation in adaptive sports transition status, information, and coordination of efforts while recommending courses of action (COAs) for RSM.
- Perform as liaison while skillfully interacting with, educating, and providing guidance for MAS concerns to all stakeholders and clients in face-to-face, telephonic, and written venues.
Military Adaptive Sports - Event Coordinator Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Sports Science, Sports Rehabilitation or Social/Behavioral Science related field
- 3+ years' experience in; coordination of programs related to adaptive sports for inclusive or diverse populations, sports management, or coaching
- History prioritizing workload to meet deadlines
- Affective verbal and written communication expressing concepts, plans and proposals
- Government contract may require person to possess proof of U.S. citizenship
- Military experience highly preferred
- Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.)
- Working rapidly for long periods to meet deadlines.
- Excellent organizational skills required with attention to detail and follow-through a must
- Ability to lead individuals with diverse levels of experience, skills and abilities.
- Must be able to travel an average of one week a month.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently.
- Knowledge and ability in participating in various adaptive sporting events.
Required Clearances and Screenings - Secret Clearance required
JST Benefits - Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401k
- Paid time off
- Life and disability insurance
About Joint Strategic Technologies (JST) No objective is beyond reach! Joint Strategic Technologies (JST) enables successful mission outcomes from the back office to the battlefield. Our team includes leading experts from military, government and the private sector, all working together to help federal customers make a difference. Our goal is to Elevate the Impact that our employees have on our customers and treat every employee as a valued member of our team. JST empowers employees to make decisions and take action, thus improving overall organizational growth and employee development.
Culture isn't something you talk about. It's something you do. JST is committed to creating a positive environment 'that reaches beyond work and careers' to support every employee's professional and personal objectives. JST values the well-being of every employee and encourages healthy lifestyles, family activities and community involvement.
JST is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. JST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.
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