Summary
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Program Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command; NAF ATSUGI, JAPAN. Incumbent serves as a Fitness instructor, personal trainer or group fitness instructor and may
perform one or a combination of the following functions within the Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Program Branch: Group Exercise, Command Fitness Leader Outreach, Fitness Enhancement Program Outreach.
Clarification from the agency
WHO MAY APPLY: Applicants with SOFA Sponsorship (including applicants with current Military Spouse Preference, Family member preference, and current Federal employees) and those Seeking Sofa within the Kanto region commuting area.
Duties
Group Exercise (includes but not limited to):
- Designs, supervises, coaches, and instructs a variety of group exercise programs (e.g., Step, Spin, Water Aerobics) inside and outside of the fitness facility.
- Provides fitness training and programming to groups of various sizes.
- Prepares written instruction and procedures for performance of work, use of equipment, safety, and well-being of all involved.
- Provides instruction 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.
- Works with various command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness programs for military personnel.
CFL/FEP Outreach (includes but not limited to):
- Provides certified personal training and 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.
- Assists patrons on the fitness floor by providing training tips in order to prevent unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.
General (includes but not limited to):
- Provides certified personal training services to all eligible patrons.
- Instructs patrons in 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 customers by providing general fitness information, instruction on proper use of fitness equipment and program information.
- Ensures fitness spaces and equipment are clean and maintained.
- Performs basic equipment maintenance and repair.
- Trains/leads other employees in various recreation/physical fitness-related positions.
- Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports.
- Stays current with latest fitness programming ideas to increase attendance and improve customer satisfaction.
- Assists with marketing and promotion of fitness programs.
- Assists Fitness Director and/or Coordinator with Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Series (NOFFS), Mission Nutrition Command Fitness Leader Course and other CNIC Headquarters supported/endorsed programs.
Conditions of Employment
- Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required
- Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain the following within 60 days of hire: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/First Aid Certification Automated External, Defibrillator Certification, Blood-borne Pathogen Training, Navy Basic Fitness Certification
Qualifications
- 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.
- 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.
- Knowledge of the safe use and operation of fitness equipment, facility operations, and basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
- Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and provide recommended fitness program, based on fitness goals.
- Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
- 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.
Education
- When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses, which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter, and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package.
- Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States.
- Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency, which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.
- All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards.
- To receive consideration for a non-related degree or eligibility based on a combination of education AND experience, a college transcript is required.
- All transcripts MUST show student's name and the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study.
- *If your degree has not been awarded/conferred, you must provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent along with transcript(s).
- Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience.
- For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Benefits
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:
- Proof of high school diploma or equivalent;
- Proof of certification as a fitness instructor, personal trainer or certification from an accredited health/fitness organization*
- Proof of professional competence in the physical activity program or area
The following documents are required at the time of application:
- Resume or NAF Application Form
- PCS Orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) OR Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian)
- Proof of Education (such as high school diploma/GED, clinical licensure, awarded/conferred academic degree transcript(s) and/or *related coursework transcript(s) relevant to the position
- If claiming Veteran's Preference, a legible copy of DD214 (page 4).
- If you are a current Federal employee, please submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF50
Note: To receive consideration for a non-related degree or eligibility based on a combination of education AND experience, a college transcript is required. All transcripts MUST show student's name and the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study. *If your degree has not been awarded/conferred, you must provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent along with transcript(s). Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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 12/31/2024 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/12265076
It 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=Applicant.
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DON 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
Please ensure that your resume and supporting documents contains all the information requested in the vacancy announcement. If your resume and supporting documents do not provide all the information requested on this form and in the job vacancy announcement, you may lose consideration for the job.
All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement cut-off date. Please note that if you provide an inaccurate email address or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate.
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