MWR Recreation Specialist Physical Fitness Instructor Job

Vacancy No. 25-12735492 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $20.00 to $22.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/12/2025 Close Date 5/26/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Point Mugu, CAPort Hueneme, CA


Summary

This position is assigned to the Community Recreation Division; Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department; Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC). The purpose of this position is to perform duties commonly found in a variety of work situations and incidental to many different occupations in MWR, such as grounds maintenance, warehouses, facilities, and rental operations. This involves heavy labor, the use of hand and power tools, operating motor vehicles, towed, and large equipment.

Duties

  • Plans, organizes, and conducts a physical fitness program that provides conditioning programs for authorized patrons.
  • Instructs individuals and groups in the proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning and training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility training.
  • Conducts micro-fit testing, which includes measuring individuals aerobic capacities, their body fat percentage, recommended height/weight ratios, strength, flexibility, muscular endurance and blood pressure.
  • Works with various command representatives in developing and implementing physical fitness programs for military personnel.
  • Instructs patrons in the proper use of all equipment for training and self-monitored progress by preparing written instruction and procedures for the performance of work, use of equipment, safety and well being of all involved.
  • May train/lead other employees in various recreation/physical fitness-related positions.
  • Registers students, collects fees, maintains attendance and appropriate accounting records. Ensure all safety measures are observed.
  • Responsible for care of equipment and security of facilities.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

Certification in CPR and First Aid required.

**Must provide a copy of your certification when you apply.**

Education

Nationally recognized fitness certification required.

**Must provide a copy of your certification when you apply.**

Additional information

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.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Résumé
  • Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s)
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

How to Apply

Applications are not accepted in person or via email. Applicants must apply online.

Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply.

Agency contact information

Chelsea Shaw
Address
NAVBASE Ventura County/Pt Mugu
Bldg 1180, 29th Ave
Port Hueneme, CA 93043
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.