Fitness Specialist

Summary

Support the Military's 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); Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

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Duties

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Personal Training and Group Exercise:

• 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 Navy's 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

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Conditions of employment

• Must satisfactorily complete all background checks for childcare positions, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, and a State Criminal History Repository check when there is regular contact with children under the age of 18
• Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.
• Must be able to obtain the following within 60 days: CPR and First Aid, AED, Blood-borne Pathogen training, and Navy Basic Fitness Certification
• Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance

Qualifications

The three elements below sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as a fitness instructor/personal trainer instructor:

a) high School diploma or equivalent; and

b) fitness instructor, personal trainer or certification from a NCCA accredited health/fitness organization*; and

c) professional competence in the physical activity program or area.

The two elements below sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as a group fitness instructor:

a) a high school diploma or equivalent; and

b) a primary certification from an accredited health/fitness organization

All certifications must be included in the application.

Additional qualifications necessary for this position:

• Professional competence in the physical activity program or area.
• 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 high-school diploma or equivalent is required for this position.

All proof of education is required to be uploaded 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 selectee's 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 Mid-Atlantic 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.

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