Duties
Develops, plans, manages, administers and maintains fitness facilities for authorized patrons. Provides oversight to ensure delivering a program that meets the needs of the patrons. Evaluates present programs and develops goals and objectives for changes or plans for establishing new ones-
Serves as local fitness authority on committees or other bodies engaged in developing programs designed to improve wellness of the military community served.
Prepares and submits input for NAF and APF budgetary requirements, financial reports and justification/support documentation necessary to implement and maintain the fitness programs. Ensures that inventory levels are adequate and that operations are consistent with MWR guidelines and fitness facility standards.
Establishes and maintains intemal controls over all fitness property, equipment and supplies. Maintains all property management records hand receipt files and property location information.
Ensures that instructions, demonstrations and supervision are conducted to assist patrons in the proper exercise techniques for free-weights, resistance equipment and cardiovascular equipment to include proper warm-up and cool down. Ensures all patrons are briefed on the rules and regulations of the Fitness Center and reinforces as necessary.
Program may include a variety of fitness classes, and incumbent must keep up to date on the latest techniques and developments.
Responsible for scheduling, developing, and may instruct personalized fitness training programs. Suggests means for modifying cardiovascular risk factors and weight loss, improvement in strength, flexibility and generic nutrition without advising patrons on medical conditions or acting in the capacity of a medical doctor or physical therapist. Ensures patrons have received indoctrination for the resistance equipment prior to using the Fitness Center. Answers questions regarding programs offered through the Fitness Center and/or other MWR Facilities/services available to the patron. Establishes and maintains files, records and logs by way of a computer database.
Performs routine inspection of fitness equipment, continually checking the cleanliness of the equipment and facility. May perform minor repairs to equipment using repair manual procedures, reporting any broken equipment and ensures any malfunctioning equipment is properly secured until repaired.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must pass all applicable records and background check.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate :
Must possess the skill and ability to provide fitness training and programming to the patrons.
Knowledge gained through relevant experience, which enables the employee to competently and independently carry out continuing fitness programs through proper application of the principles, concepts, and techniques of fitness to the specific needs of the fitness center patrons.
Knowledge of the fitness programs offered, including aerobics, strength conditioning and nutrition, and of participant interests.
Skill to provide programs to meet the physical development and recreational needs of the military and other members of the community.
Knowledge of and skill in the maintenance and use of fitness equipment to maintain equipment in optimum operating condition and ability to provide instruction on safe and proper use.
Skill in effectively managing and utilizing all available resources (personnel, supplies and equipment) within a fitness facility.
Education
A bachelor's degree in recreation with a major in exercise physiology, physical education or related field with specific training and understanding of all forms of exercise, nutrition and wellness, or coursework towards such a degree is strongly preferred.
Combination of education, training and experience in physical education with a concentration in exercise science and/or a fitness related area sufficient to manage a fitness facility and associated programs independently is required. Experience must include familiarity/instruction using a wide range of fitness equipment including resistance and/or selectorized machines, computerized cardiovascular equipment and free weights.
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.
How to Apply
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/03/2025 to receive consideration.To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12737468It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=ApplicantTo verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/statusDON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
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.