Fitness Specialist

Summary

Support the Militarys Quality of Life programs! The Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness recreation lodging and food and beverage programs for service members their families retired military and civilian employees. This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness Sports and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander Navy Installations command (CNIC); NBK Bremerton.

Duties

• Provides fitness training and programming to groups of various sizes.
• Designs supervises coaches and instructs a variety of group exercise programs (e.g. Step Spin Water Aerobics) inside and outside of the various fitness facilities in the assigned workout areas.
• Assists with fitness and MWR events (competitions challenges races).
• Instructs patrons on 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.
• Assists patrons on the fitness floor by providing training tips in order to prevent unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.
• Prepares written instructions and procedures for performance of work use of equipment safety and well-being of all involved.
• Provides instructions 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.
• Stays current with latest fitness programming ideas to increase attendance and improve customer satisfaction.
• Conducts fitness orientation classes which include providing patrons with a tour of the facility reviewing rules and regulations and introducing patrons to cardiovascular free-weight and resistance machines .
• Establishes/reviews the schedule of events conducts tours sets-up/prepares gymnasiums/facilities/playing fields prior to scheduled start time for fitness events .
• Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures.

CFL/FEP/NOFFS/Program:

• Provides certified group exercise services to active-duty military as outlined in the Navys Physical Readiness Program instruction.
• Assists with the instruction of the Command Fitness Leader course and fitness related general military training.
• Works with various command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness programs for military personnel.
• Assists Fitness Director and/or Coordinator with outreach and implementation of Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Series (NOFFS) Mission Nutrition/ Command Fitness Leader Courses and other CNIC Headquarters supported/endorsed programs.

Facility/Equipment Maintenance:

• Ensures facility and sporting fields are open and/or closed at the posted time .
• Monitors and checks the security of premises .
• Monitors activity within the facility circulating among the patrons to assist with basic use of equipment/gear and to maintain good order and discipline .
• Ensures athletic playing surfaces are properly maintained safe and ready for play .
• Assists in properly cleaning and maintaining equipment/facilities maintains inventory performs general janitorial services to ensure interior spaces are in a clean neat and orderly state at all times (e.g. sweeping and mopping floors; dusting and cleaning workout areas mirrors bathrooms and locker areas; straightening equipment and accessories etc.) .
• Makes minor repairs to facilities and equipment when appropriate and assists with outdoor maintenance .
• Reports/records maintenance problems material deficiencies and unsafe conditions or discrepancies that cannot be repaired in-house to the supervisor .
• Performs other duties as assigned .

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A personal training group fitness or equivalent primary certification from NCCA accredited health/fitness organization or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire

Optional:

• Certification in a specific physical activity program in which they instruct(e.g. yoga cardio dance programs) from a commercial/industry health/fitness organization.

Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain the following within 60 days of hire :

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certification
• Automated External Defibrillator Certification
• Blood-borne Pathogen Training
• Navy Basic Fitness Certification

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the safe use and operation of fitness equipment facility operations and basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
• Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced program in the recreation specialty area which meets the needs of the participating community.
• Skill and ability to provide fitness training and programming to individuals and groups of various sizes.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g. Word Excel Power Point Outlook).
• Ability to competently and independently carry out fitness programs through the proper application of principles concepts and techniques of recreation to satisfy specific needs of the community to be served.
• Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and provide recommended fitness program based on fitness goals.
• Ability to prepare clear concise and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work requires lifting pushing pulling recurring bending stooping stretching twisting and utilizing all major muscle groups in demonstrating physical fitness techniques equipment and teaching group exercise classes in a frequently hot/humid environment.

Education

A minimum of high-school diploma or equivalent is required for this position.

All proof of education is required to be uploaded to at the time of applying.

Additional information

Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectees eligibility to work in the United States.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander Navy Region Northwest Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Required Experience:

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