Supervisory Recreation Specialist Fitness Job in Kittery, ME

Vacancy No. 26-13077550 Department Commander, Navy Installations Command
Salary $81,393.00 to $85,567.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/28/2026 Close Date 10/3/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Kittery, ME


Supervisory Recreation Specialist Fitness

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations Command
NRMA Naval Support Activity Base Maine

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); NSA Maine Incumbent has oversight of the Fitness, Sports, and Aquatics programs at the installation. The primary purpose of this position is to plan, manage, and administer a comprehensive, year-round fitness, recreational sports, and aquatics program, and the associated facilities used in conducting these program

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Only to current NSA Maine employee's

Duties

      1. Program Management (includes but not limited to): 65%
        • Plans, organizes, develops, implements, and manages a diverse and comprehensive fitness, sports, and aquatics program, within the scope of objectives and guidelines established at higher organizational levels, to include related facilities (group exercise classes; self-directed fitness sports, and aquatics programs; aquatics programs; incentive programs; special events; intramural, extramural and varsity sports; instructional programs; and awareness and education programs).
        • Coordinates with city, state, other military bases, and pertinent organizations in establishing a well-rounded fitness and sports program and to effectively promote all aspects of health/wellness to the community.
        • Coordinates with base organizations to ensure fitness advisory members are assigned and the bylaws and philosophy of fitness programs are thoroughly understood.
        • Conducts meetings and hosts collaborated events/educational seminars/information fairs, etc.
        • Maintains records of command participation and determines the winner of individual and base awards and makes arrangements for presentations.
        • Interprets considerable data relating to program trends, costs, problems, and needs; refines or modifies program methods and techniques based on findings.
        • Prepares appropriated fund (APF) and NAF budgets, which include the expenditures required to conduct the fitness, sports and aquatics programs (categories A and B).
        • Monitors contract services and properly performs quality assessment and evaluation (QAE) responsibilities.
        • Completes local needs assessments and/or local surveys annually to determine customer needs and incorporates these finding into the annual program plan.
        • Coordinates with marketing staff to plan and develop promotional advertising, commercial sponsorship, and publicity strategies.
        • Assists local Command Fitness Leaders (CFL) in conducting and administering safe and proper Physical Readiness Tests.
        • Solicits, interviews, selects, and directs volunteers and contract instructors for activities and specialty programs.
        • Maintains appropriate records and submits deserving volunteers for recognition through the base volunteer recognition program.
        • Reviews research publications and health journals to ensure currency in methodology and philosophy in the area of health and fitness
        • Ensures the program meets or exceeds industry standards as established by governmental and private organizations such as the Cooper Institute, Presidents Council on Physical Fitness, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Department of Defense (DoD), American College of Sports Medicine, etc.
      1. Facility Management (includes but not limited to): 10%
        • Coordinates the use and maintenance of indoor and outdoor facilities, which may include but is not limited to, gymnasium(s), fitness center(s), tennis court(s), swimming pool(s), softball field(s), jogging track(s), football field(s) and soccer field(s) to accommodate the comprehensive installation fitness, aquatics, and sports programs.
        • Coordinates with and assists engineers on requirements related to construction of all new indoor and outdoor fitness and athletic facilities. Coordinates with Naval Facilities Engineering Command, and other base agencies (e.g., Safety Office) regarding requirements for maintenance and repair of fitness, sports and aquatic facilities and purchase and installation of new equipment.
        • Develops a five-year facility improvement program to maintain a state of the art program, prepares construction plans for renovations/additions or expansion and submits work orders for all minor construction projects from inception to completion.
        • Ensures inventory control of all property, equipment and supplies to protect government assets and determines replacement requirements levels.
        • Takes timely and appropriate action to comply with safety, fire and environmental directions and ensures safe, healthy, contemporary, comfortable, and adequate facilities.
      2. Supervisory duties comprise 25% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
        • Directs work to be accomplished by a staff that includes Fitness Coordinator, Sports Coordinator, Aquatics Coordinator, Fitness Facility Coordinator, Outdoor Maintenance Supervisor and other subordinate staff.
        • Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.
        • Conducts annual performance reviews of staff.
        • Participates in MWR Fitness staffing decisions.
        • Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.
        • Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate.

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.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certification.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
  • Incumbent may work with hazardous materials

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:

    • Knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and techniques that govern physical fitness programs which includes knowledge of exercise science, strength conditioning, nutrition, weight loss/control, cardiovascular endurance, exercise requirements and projected results.
    • Knowledge of bio-mechanics, fitness testing and exercise prescription supplemented with a knowledge of proper procedures in the use of strength training equipment, nutrition, exercise, physical fitness programming and testing equipment.
    • Skill in planning and executing a comprehensive fitness, aquatics, and/or sports program that includes a variety of fitness and aquatics activities and individual and team sports.
    • Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as related to exercise and physical fitness.
    • Knowledge of military physical fitness standards and testing procedures.
    • Knowledge of the physical and psychological factors that impact training, performance and recovery of individuals and team sports.
    • Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties.
    • Knowledge of CNIC's EEO policy and procedures.
    • Knowledge of NAF and/or APF budgeting processes including ability to prepare budgets.
    • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
    • Knowledge of safety, fire and environmental regulations and procedures.
    • Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
    • Skill in developing and adapting new methods, approaches and procedures for the most effective management of a fitness program.
    • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  1. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
Works under direct supervision of the Recreation Director, Operations/Deputy MWR Director or MWR Director. The MWR Director (in conjunction with the region MWR Director) sets overall objectives and ensures resources are available. The incumbent, having developed expertise in fitness, wellness and nutrition, plans, implements, and administers all aspects of the program with considerable freedom except when highly controversial or unprecedented matters with far-reaching implications are involved. The incumbent keeps the supervisor informed of progress and potentially controversial matters. Completed and on-going work is reviewed only from an overall standpoint in terms of feasibility, compatibility with other work, or effectiveness in meeting requirements of expected results.
  1. GUIDELINES
Guidelines consist of basic DoD, DON, CNIC, and local policies, procedures and regulations; however, the size and diversity of the program, and the presence of unusual factors, create gaps in the applicability of these guidelines. The incumbent has considerable authority for using judgment in interpreting and adapting guidelines and the supervisor's instructions to the requirements of specific fitness activities. When necessary, the incumbent creates and recommends additions or amendments to guidelines as the result of evaluation of program results and the determination of specific needs for local command, as well as for installation wide fitness programs. The incumbent coordinates the development of guidelines for region wide Fitness Program policies and represents the installation/region to CNI C on issues and policy development for Navy-wide regulations and practices.
  1. COMPLEXITY
Work consists of many different and unrelated processes, methods and procedures relating to a comprehensive fitness program of this size and diversity, and must be carefully managed in the interest of efficiency and effectiveness of program plans, activities and results. Specifically, this position is responsible for overall planning of programs, management of funds, budget, supplies, equipment, facilities and revenue generating activities, and maintenance of all facilities and recreational areas within jurisdiction. Multiple-use areas require frequent study to assess the results of fitness activities involved and their impact. Long-range development projects must be continuously reviewed and, where necessary, redirected, expanded, or revised to promote maximum accomplishment of objectives and to meet changing needs and requirements. The participant population is within the small/medium, large category and the presence of one or more commands, general official and high ranking government officials further complicates the program.
  1. SCOPE AND EFFECT
This program has a direct impact on military retention, readiness, health, and welfare. The diversity, volume and variety of activities exceed a conventional basic program. On a daily basis, the work involves the

application of set standards to overall program planning and to the needs of specific fitness projects; evaluating program effectiveness against established criteria and participant interests and needs; and analyzing and finding solutions to program problems and questions. The work effects command and departmental activities and operations.
  1. PERSONAL CONTACTS
Contacts are with participants, including adults and youths; military and civilians base personnel; advisory committee members; volunteers; staff; professionals in the civilian community and national organizations; as well as individuals and organizations off-base. Additional contacts are with Echelon II and Navy Personnel Command fitness representatives, high level military and civilian managers on base, visiting dignitaries, counterparts in the Navy and other military services, sports staff members, military commanders, medical services personnel and other base organizations.
  1. PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
The purpose of contacts is to plan, implement, and administer the fitness program. Contacts are also for the purpose of promoting the cooperation and collaboration of local fitness, aquatics, and sports organizations and groups; arranging with the business community for supplies and services needed for the program; and to seek volunteers for special interest programs.
  1. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily sedentary in nature. The work may require physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activity, or lifting of heavy items up to 45lbs.
  1. WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is usually performed in a normal office setting. Outdoor fitness activities may be conducted in a variety of settings from urban, to aquatic and wilderness areas. Incumbent may work with hazardous materials (e.g., lime, cleaning agents, gas, oils).

Education

This position does not have a positive Education requirement.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

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 Installations 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.

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

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.

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:

  • Resume
  • Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable
  • 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

NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.

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 10/03/2026 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/13077550

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

To 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/status

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.

Agency contact information

CNRMA NAF HRO
Email
CNRMANAFHR@us.navy.mil
Address
NSA Maine
1682 Piersey Street Building KN
Norfolk, VA 23505
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.

Commander, Navy Installations Command

CNIC offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. CNIC provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. The mission of the Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Programs is to maximize the physical, emotional and social development of the fleet, fighter and family. FFR enables a ready Navy force through its Fleet Readiness, Family Readiness, and Housing Programs. We provide direct and support services to all non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees who work for Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), and Navy Getaways throughout the FFR Program worldwide.

Agency contact information

CNRMA NAF HRO
Email
CNRMANAFHR@us.navy.mil
Address
NSA Maine
1682 Piersey Street Building KN
Norfolk, VA 23505
US