Exercise Physiologist

Exercise Physiologist 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Artesia, NM 88210 From $106,437 a year - Full-time U.S. Customs and Border Protection 367 reviews From $106,437 a year -

Full-time Exercise Physiologist Locations:

Artesia, NM;

Brunswick, GA Salary:

$106,437 - $138,370 per year This Exercise Physiologist position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Human Resources Management, Occupational Safety & Health, Health and Human Performance Branch, located in: • Artesia, NM •

Brunswick, GA Duties:

As an Exercise Physiologist, you will make a direct impact on the physical fitness and training program used throughout U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) by serving as a headquarters' technical authority in exercise science. In this role, you will provide expert consultation in the development, implementation, oversight, and evaluation of CBP physical training and rehabilitation programs to reduce the frequency and severity of physical training related injuries. This position starts at a salary of $106,437.00. Utilize your knowledge of exercise, physical training, performance, safety/injury prevention, and recovery in working with an elite team of professionals in one of the world's largest law enforcement organizations.

Typical duties include:

Providing evidence-based expertise and advice to multiple CBP academy physical exercise and physical training programs, as well as to academy administrative and operational field locations. Reviewing physical training and performance requirements of trainees and incumbents' program curricula by observing and assessing practices and techniques for both efficacy and potential high-risk factors for physical injury to both trainees and staff. Developing and leading health and human performance-based training, aimed at educating academy's physical training staff, trainees, and management. Preparing comprehensive written reports and delivering oral presentations on findings and recommendations. Representing Occupational Safety and Health Division management officials in briefings to CBP academy administration and training staff, CBP headquarters, related DHS components, and other Federal agency officials, as appropriate. Developing and conducting injury prevention initiatives and fitness surveys for incumbent trainees, trainees, and academy staff.

Salary and Benefits:

This position starts at a salary of $106,437.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $138,370.00 (GS-13, Step 10) with promotion potential to $138,370.00 (GS-13, Step 10). Employees receive the full package of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional 401(k) offering.

Qualifications:

Basic Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree: Major study in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Science, Human Performance and/or a related degree. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. Copies of your transcripts must be submitted at the time of your application.

Experience:

You qualify for this GS-13 grade level Exercise Physiologist opportunity if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level performing duties such as: Evaluating, developing, or reviewing physical training curricula and performance standards for law enforcement, military, or academy settings, ensuring alignment with evidence-based exercise science principles. Designing and implementing injury prevention programs, conducting root-cause analysis of training-related injuries, and applying risk management strategies to reduce musculoskeletal injuries in high-risk environments. Administering, analyzing, and interpreting physical fitness and human performance assessments (e.g., aerobic capacity, strength, power, agility), and utilizing analytical tools or methodologies to evaluate program effectiveness and inform recommendations. Providing direct, evidence-based exercise physiology support in operational or field environments, including observing training sessions, assessing movement techniques, and advising on exercise prescription and injury risk for diverse populations (e.g., trainees, incumbents, staff). Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including medical professionals, safety officers, and training staff, to integrate exercise science, health, and safety best practices into organizational training and wellness programs. You must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process by 05/15/2026. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Additional Qualifications Information:

The vacancy questionnaire includes four short free-response essay questions. This provides an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership or designee(s). While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. The USA Hire Assessment will be used to assess the following general competencies: Attention to Detail Customer Service Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Self-management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Reading Comprehension If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use responses you provide on the application questionnaire and the result of the online assessments required for this position to place you in one of three categories based on your experience, education, and training:

Highly Qualified :

Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate high proficiency in all critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF), and appropriate Quality Ranking Factors (QRF), as determined by the job analysis.

Well-Qualified:

Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all critical competencies, including all SPF's and appropriate QRFs, as determined by the job analysis.

Qualified:

Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs, as determined by the job analysis.

Required Documents:

Your resume describing your job-related qualifications is required and will be used for the purpose of reviewing your qualifications and determining what training, if any, would be required when placed. The USAJOBS database will not allow an applicant to submit an application that includes a resume over two pages. Your responses to the job questionnaire. Your responses to the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessment.

Your transcripts:

All applicants are required to submit a copy of your college transcript (unofficial is acceptable at this time; however, official copies will be required prior to entrance on duty) or a list of coursework with hours completed provided from the institution. How to

Apply:

Apply for this opportunity by clicking on this site's Apply link to access the official Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site. Please carefully read the Required Documents section of the official Job Opportunity Announcement so that you file a complete application for this Exercise Physiologist opportunity.

NOTE:

APPLY BY MAY 15, 2026.

Log in to your existing USAJOBS account or create one by following the prompts. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and/or required supporting documentation.

NOTE:

Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet the experience requirements, otherwise you will be found ineligible.

Pay:

From $106,437.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Parental leave Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person