Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is hiring: Fitness Specia

This position is located at Fitness, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Department, Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, Florida. The purpose of this position is to serve 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 (CFL) Outreach, Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP) Outreach.

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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certification and Automated External Defibrillator Certification; Blood-borne Pathogen Training: Navy Basic Fitness Certification
• Work includes lifting up to 45 lbs. unassisted.
• Normal safety precautions are required but will be periods of time to include participation in specific activities that will require special safety precautions.
• Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.

• Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above.
• 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 communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• 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.

The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of 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.