Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Fitness Coordinator) Job in Sigonella Sicily, Italy

Vacancy No. EUR25-080 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $52,205.00 to $67,865.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/15/2025 Close Date 1/25/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Sigonella Sicily, Italy


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); NAS Sigonella, Sicily. Incumbent serves as a Program Manager in the Branch and assists with the oversight of Fitness program.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens Worldwide, including local U.S. Citizens that are 1) Current permanent NAF/APF employees; or 2) Spouses of active duty military members; or 3) Family members of active duty military member; or 4) Family members of DoD civilians

Duties

Fitness:

Assists in planning and implementing a comprehensive, fitness program, for active and retired military, authorized civilians, contractors, and dependents at one or more facilities.

Program includes personal training, group exercise, fitness incentives, and Navy physical readiness program.

Provides guidance to all Fitness Center staff in the absence of the Fitness Director.

Plans, organizes and conducts fitness specific conditioning sessions, fitness assessments, clinics or seminars to train patrons.

Plans, organizes and conducts fitness specific conditioning sessions, fitness assessments, clinics or seminars to train patrons.

Provides guidance and recommendations on Command Physical Readiness Program as requested to the installation Command Fitness Leaders (CFL).

Provides initial and refresher training for CFLs.

Attends installation meetings related to the fitness program.

Ensures exercise, nutrition and behavioral health education programs are incorporated into the installations fitness program.

Assist in conducting training clinics. Clinics may include Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System, proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning for aerobic/anaerobic fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition, flexibility training, nutrition education and/or other specific needs.

Makes and/or coordinates repairs of fitness facility equipment.

Ensures all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to fitness areas are posted and observed

Serves as the subject matter expert on exercise science for the installation.

Program Management and Administration:

Plans and coordinates the details of recurring and non-recurring activities, special events and joint community undertakings within the assigned program(s) to make maximum use of resources, consistent with military mission and with the principles of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program development.

Assists the Fitness Program Director in periodically updating the departmental strategic plan and reports.

Assists in projecting income derived from fees and charges. Monitors inventories, cost controls, patron counts and maintains related records and reports.

Seeks ways to directly connect departmental plans to current CNIC, MWR priorities including recruitment and retention.

Coordinates program efforts with other Fitness Division team members.

Works closely with other MWR departmental personnel in regard to scheduling, supervision, and facility guidelines.

Identifies installation and MWR target groups with whom special programs may be co­sponsored.

Assists in developing and maintaining a comprehensive pub! icity and marketing plan to include public relation duties (e.g., preparing and distributing flyers, press releases, brochures, etc.).

Arranges for equipment, supplies and services needed to accomplish scheduled programs and makes recommendations for improvements.

Ensures programs, operations, and use of equipment are conducted within all prescribed sanitation, and health and safety regulations, standards, and guidelines.

Assists in implementing an effective written safety/risk management plan and procedures for emergency care for participants; schedules training/certification classes in First Aid/CPR training for appropriate personnel.

Conducts regular safety inspections of the facilities, and reports concerns to the immediate supervisor.

Prepares training manuals/material, operating manuals, and conducts staff meetings and training.

Schedules recreation facilities and supervises condition of facilities.

Provides clerical support, program registration, answers telephones, and maintains correspondence with other divisions or agencies; responds to public inquiries about the facility.

Assists with reservations, contracts, and access list for various fitness, sports, and aquatics facilities.

Supervisory duties:

Directs work to be accomplished by staff.

Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.

Conducts annual performance reviews of staff.

Participates in section staffing decisions.

Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.

Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary.

Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understand and adhere to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable.

Directly supervises assigned staff.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.
  • Incumbent is subject to work an uncommon tour of duty to meet program requirements including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • May work with hazardous material (e.g., cleaning agents, gas, etc.).
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
  • Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain the following within 90 days of hire: Blood-borne Pathogen Certification AND Navy Basic Fitness Certification
  • Incumbent must possess and maintain: CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.

Qualifications

The Fitness Program Manager is a supervisory position responsible for development and oversight of fitness programming. While elements (a) through (c) are preferred, a combination of two of these elements may sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as program director:

a) a four-year degree in exercise science or a related field for civilian personnel;
b) professional certification by an accredited health/fitness organization; and
c) at least three years of experience in the fitness industry/field for civilian personnel.

Incumbent must possess and maintain:
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification

Knowledge that enables the employee to competently and independently carry out fitness, aquatics, and/or sports programs through the proper application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to specific needs of the community to be served.

Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policies and procedures governing the recreational activity certifications.

Knowledge of both, NAF, and appropriated fund (APF) funding, government procurement procedures, cash handling procedures, fiscal, personnel, material and cash management.

Knowledge of various specialty equipment, both resale and fixed assets to ensure quality material exists to enhance programs.

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as related to exercise and physical fitness.

Knowledge of military physical fitness standards and testing procedures.

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/or aquatics activities and/or individual and team sports which meets the needs of the participating community.

Skill in effectively organizing and utilizing available community resources.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs ( e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and other operating systems used in the program area.

Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.

Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties.

Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

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.

Selectees initially recruited from the United States or who are already on a Transportation Agreement may be entitled to transportation and moving costs for themselves and their family members. Household goods may be shipped and a Living Quarter Allowance (LQA), is paid to cover monthly housing and utility costs.

Applicants recruited from the United States are entitled to a tax-free Post Allowance (PA) and Living Quarters Allowance (LQA). In addition, incumbents are authorized use of the Navy Exchange, Defense Commissary and MWR programs. Additional information will be provided upon selection.

The Department of Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they require reasonable accommodation should call 011-39-081-568-5612 or e-mail their request to NAFPersonnel@eu.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration. The decision to grant an accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

Note: The NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) between Italy and the United States prohibits the hiring of any person who holds Italian citizenship and is considered a Dual National by the Italian Government into any U.S. position. Those U.S. citizens who are considered "ordinarily resident" in Italy are also ineligible for employment by U.S. commands and activities in Italy. Contractors and their family members are also ineligible as they do not have civilian component status.

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, predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume.

Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume that includes relevant work experience with start/end dates stated in month/year, description of duties and salary, as well as any applicable education and contact information.
  • For current or previous Federal employees, the resume should also include the Pay Plan, Series and Grade for each work experience entry.
  • OF-306 (Declaration for Federal Employment)
  • Attach proof of education (transcripts, certifications, degree, etc.).
  • If you are a current or previous Federal employees, attach a copy of your most recent SF-50 or agency notification of personnel action form that provides current position, grade level, and duty location.
  • If you are a veteran claiming Veterans Priority Consideration, attach your DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, receipt of medals and campaign badges, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). The member 4 copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," is preferable.
  • If currently residing in local area, you must provide:
  • Claiming Family Member Preference? Attached Preference Entitlement Survey and legible copy of sponsor's PCS orders
  • Copy of U.S. Government no-fee passport showing picture, passport number, expiration date; and visa page.

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

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.

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 01/25/2025 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/12667376It 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/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 usn.naples.cnr-eurafcentnpl-it.mbx.n9-naf-human-resources@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNRE NAF HRO
Address
NAS Sigonella
PSC 824 Box 19
FPO, AE 09623-0001
US
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Next steps

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