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Sports Performance Intern - Fall 2026

Edmond, OK · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

As a Performance Specialist Intern You Will: * Learn from best in class human performance professionals on how to develop and refine your coaching skills. * Shadow, observe and participate in the ...

Sports Performance Intern - Fall 2026

Edmond, OK · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

As a Performance Specialist Intern You Will: * Learn from best in class human performance professionals on how to develop and refine your coaching skills. * Shadow, observe and participate in the ...

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How much do human performance specialist entry level jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for human performance specialist entry level in the United States is $89,120.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $107,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Human Performance Specialist Entry Level vs Human Factors Specialist Entry Level?

AspectHuman Performance Specialist Entry LevelHuman Factors Specialist Entry Level
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in psychology, kinesiology, or related field; some certifications preferredBachelor's degree in psychology, human factors, engineering, or related field; certifications like HFES are a plus
Work EnvironmentCorporate, military, or sports settings focusing on performance improvementResearch labs, design firms, or healthcare settings focusing on user experience and system design
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by organizations aiming to enhance human performance and safetyUsed by tech, aerospace, and healthcare industries to optimize system usability

Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications, often working in related industries. Human Performance Specialists focus on improving individual and team performance, while Human Factors Specialists concentrate on designing systems and interfaces for better usability. The choice depends on whether the emphasis is on performance enhancement or system design.

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Infographic showing various Human Performance Specialist Entry Level job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,120 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Organizational Performance Specialist

Dowa THT America, Inc.

Bowling Green, OH

$74K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Responsibilities

Reporting to the HR Director, the Organizational Performance Specialist:

  • Develops and sustains developmental processes and tools, supporting a highly engaged workforce and impacting overall organizational performance.
  • Partners with the Quality team, authors, communicates and trains production staff on work instructions and quality processes.
  • Completes Needs Assessments for competency gaps for various staff and levels of the organization.
  • Creates organizational KPI's, allowing for tracking of overall company performance.
  • Creates, authors and communicates customer profiles relative to product.
  • Assists the HR Director in the communication of branding vehicles for company Purpose and Values.
  • Utilizing the LMS platform, manages the Safety Training content and compliance for all employees.
  • Evaluates training effectiveness through identified processes related to company strategy.
  • Maintains a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes, procedures, and methodologies.
  • Partners with the HR Manager for content creation for the Company newsletter.
  • Develops communication processes to the entire organization regarding overall company performance.
  • Develops and manages a rotating "performance coaching" role for hourly production staff and mentors the same.
  • Participates in new hire onboarding for further branding purposes.
  • Partners with the HR Director in the creation of a high performance culture and values stream.
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    Qualifications

    The successful candidate will have:

    • A minimum of three years in a training role in a production environment.
    • Experience formalizing training with production staff; to include facilitation and content development.
    • Competence in developing training content and evaluation.
    • Understanding and demonstrated experience in effective training methodology.
    • Strong analytical skills to create KPI's and track data.
    • Working knowledge of at least one training platform, such as ADP Learning or Vector is beneficial.
    • Comfortable interacting on the production floor. We are a heat treater for automotive; therefore, tolerance of warm temperatures in the summer is necessary.
    • An undergraduate degree in a related field of study or a trainer certification in lieu of a degree is acceptable.
    • Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
    • An analytical approach to problem solving.

    The target compensation range for this role starts at $74,000+.  Dowa offers an outstanding benefits package with a zero deductible health care plan, dental, vision, life insurance, accident coverage, identity theft, short and long term disability, 401(k), and 3 weeks PTO in the first year, all for $76/month for the employee. All new hires must successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a 9 panel drug screen.  We have an excellent team at Dowa.  Come and be part of the adventure.  

    Employment Type: FULL_TIME