About this role
Job Type Full-Time | Contract Position
Work Schedule
- Tuesday through Saturday
- Generally between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Occasional evening support may be required, with services extending no later than 8:00 p.m.
- Services are generally not performed on recognized federal holidays.
- Telework is not authorized.
Work Location 158th Fighter Wing Vermont Air National Guard Base 108 NCO Drive South Burlington, VT 05403
Period of Performance Anticipated September 23, 2026 – September 22, 2027
Position Summary We are seeking a qualified Certified Athletic Trainer to support the Optimizing Human Weapon System (OHWS) Program at the Vermont Air National Guard. The Athletic Trainer will work directly with fighter aircrew to help prevent injuries, improve recovery, and enhance physical readiness for high-performance flight operations. This role focuses on musculoskeletal health, injury prevention, rehabilitation support, and pre- and post-flight care.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current Athletic Trainer certification (BOC or equivalent)
- Current Vermont Athletic Trainer license or ability to obtain prior to employment
- Current CPR/AED certification
- Experience evaluating musculoskeletal conditions and functional movement
- Experience developing rehabilitation and injury-prevention programs
- Knowledge of neck, shoulder, spine, and lower back conditions
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to maintain confidential medical information
- Ability to obtain and maintain access to the Vermont Air National Guard installation
Preferred Experience
- Military, tactical, collegiate, or professional sports environment
- Manual therapy and soft tissue treatment techniques
- High-performance or sports medicine programs
Essential Duties
- Conduct physical and functional movement assessments
- Develop individualized rehabilitation and injury-prevention plans
- Provide pre-flight warm-up and post-flight recovery support
- Perform athletic training services within the authorized scope of practice
- Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as needed
- Identify conditions requiring referral to medical providers
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records
- Prepare required reports and documentation
- Educate participants on injury prevention, recovery, sleep, nutrition, and overall wellness
- Maintain a safe, organized, and professional treatment environment
Employment Requirements Selected candidates must successfully complete all required background screening, installation access requirements, and mandatory training before beginning work. We encourage experienced Athletic Trainers who are passionate about improving human performance and injury prevention to apply.