Recreation Specialist - Fitness Specialist

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Program Delivery & Instruction duties include but are not limited to:

• Designs, leads, and evaluates individual and group exercise programs (e.g., strength, cardiovascular, flexibility, spin, aquatics, functional training).
• Instructs patrons in the proper use of all equipment for training and self-monitored progress by preparing written instructions and procedures for the performance of work, use of equipment, safety and well-being of all involved.
• Provides customers general fitness information, instruction on proper use of fitness equipment and program information.
• Provides certified personal training, fitness assessments, and individualized exercise plans for active-duty personnel and other authorized patrons.
• Delivers fitness testing to include aerobic capacity, body composition, strength, endurance, and flexibility assessments.

Facility & Operations Support duties include but are not limited to:

• Ensures fitness spaces and equipment are safe, clean, and well-maintained. Performs minor maintenance and coordinates repair of equipment.
• Develops written procedures, instructional guides, and safety protocols for use of equipment and fitness programming.
• Provides on-the-floor customer service, assisting patrons with equipment use and safe exercise techniques.
• Supports the implementation of Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System (NOFFS), Navy Mission Nutrition, and other CNIC supported fitness and wellness initiatives.

Group Exercise duties include but are not limited to:

• Designs, supervises, coaches, and instructs a variety of group exercise programs (e.g., Step, Spin, Water Aerobics) inside and outside of the fitness facility.
• Provides fitness training and programming to groups of various sizes.
• Prepares written instruction and procedures for performance of work, use of equipment, safety, and well-being of all involved.
• Provides instruction on the proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning and training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility training.
• Conducts fitness testing, which includes measuring aerobic capacity, body composition, muscular strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, and blood pressure.
• Works with various command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness programs for military personnel.

CFL/FEP Outreach duties include but are not limited to:

• Provides certified personal training and group exercise services to active-duty military as outlined in the Navy's Physical Readiness Program instruction.
• Assists with the instruction of the Command Fitness Leader course and fitness related general military training.
• Conducts Command Fitness Leader (CFL) and Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP) outreach, ensuring alignment with Navy physical readiness requirements.
• Assists with instruction of the Command Fitness Leader course and command physical training.
• Patrons on the fitness floor by providing training tips to prevent unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.

General duties include but are not limited to:

• Assists in developing and marketing fitness programs to increase participation and customer satisfaction.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares reports related to participation, usage, equipment maintenance.
• Trains/leads other employees in various recreation/physical fitness-related positions.
• Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports.
• Stays current with latest fitness programming ideas to increase attendance and improve customer satisfaction.