Instructor / Assistant Professor

Summary About the Position: The U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY is an academic institution located in the Hudson River Valley, 50 miles from New York City. The historic site is the oldest continuously occupied military post in America. West Point is a self-contained city with housing, a Department of Public Works, libraries, hospital, fire department, chapels, and restaurants. Employees have access to Eisenhower Hall Theater, Hudson Valley's performing arts center, and recreational facilities. Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army. The Army values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential.Major Duties: Serve as a Physical Education Instructor and Strength and Conditioning Coach, heavily contributing to the establishment and launch of a premier Performance Institute. Instruct across multiple areas of the physical education program, including activity-based courses, fitness education offerings, and within the Kinesiology major. Teaching responsibility will be in Fundamentals of Personal Fitness course as aligned with the Army's Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) System. Design and implement evidence-based training programs aimed at optimizing athletic and military performance, mitigating injury risks, and supporting long-term physical development. Plan comprehensive training cycles and schedules, manage facility and equipment utilization, and enforce strict compliance with safety standards and best practices. Maintain relevant certifications and stay current on the latest research and methodologies in strength, conditioning, and applied sport science. Provide physical readiness training instruction during Cadet Summer Training. Track training loads and recovery metrics, coordinating closely with medical and other performance staff to ensure holistic personnel development. Evaluate baseline physical readiness and provide hands-on instruction for proper movement mechanics and lifting techniques. Maintain precise training records and assessment data; generate reports to inform coaching strategies and brief leadership on readiness and progress. Actively contribute to the ongoing professional development, training, and mentorship of fellow faculty members within the department. Serve as a dedicated member of departmental directorates or committees, executing administrative duties to support the department's overarching mission.