MWR Deployed Forces Recreation Specialist (Equipment Technician)

Responsibilities Assist in implementing and executing the CNIC Deployed Forces Recreation Operation and Maintenance of Navy fitness equipment grant program. Provide formal training to shipboard recreation services personnel. Assist Deployed Forces Fleet Recreation Specialists as requested. Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Exercise Science, or related field is preferred but may be substituted by an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Minimum of two years documented experience in principles, concepts and techniques of maintenance for related equipment with sports and fitness programming and facility management. Knowledge of the range of activities and services of participant needs and of the methods and processes involved in a typical and conventional basic program that supports the needs of the military personnel assigned to ships. Strong knowledge of Navy physical fitness standards and ability to adapt standards to local applications with wellness of entire population being primary concern. Skill in effectively managing financial and physical resources involved. Ability to evaluate, troubleshoot and pinpoint maintenance problems on fitness equipment and perform tasks or steps necessary to correct the problems or advise other maintenance technicians to maintain fitness equipment at full performance level. Ability to prepare and conduct briefings and fitness equipment repair training sessions. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing to provide positive customer service. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commander, Navy Region Southwest