Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Fitness)

Summary

Responsible for development and oversight of fitness programming.

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. Assist 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, and Navy physical readiness program. Provides guidance to all Fitness Center staff in the absence of the Fitness Director. Plans, organizes and conduct fitness specific conditioning sessions, fitness assessments, clinics or seminars to train patrons. Ensures Sports Specialist (fitness) are trained and certified to lead Command physical training (PT), group exercise, and/or conduct personnel training sessions. 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. Assists 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. Plans and coordinates the details of recurring and non-recurring activities, special events, and joint community undertakings within the assigned program to make maximum use of resources, consistent with military mission and with the principles of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) program development. Assists in projecting income derived from fees and charges. Monitors inventories, cost controls, patron counts and maintains related records and reports. Coordinates program effort with other team members. Works closely with other MWR departmental personnel regarding scheduling, supervision, and facility guidelines. Identifies installation and MWR target groups with whom special programs may be co-sponsored. Assists in developing and maintaining comprehensive publicity and marketing plan to include public relations (e.g., preparing distributing flyers, press releases, brochures, etc.) Arranges for equipment, supplies and services needed to accomplish scheduled programs and makes recommendations for improvements. Ensures program, 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 meeting 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 inquires about the facility. Assists with reservations, contracts, and access list for various fitness, sports, and aquatics facilities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications
While elements (a) through (c) are preferred, a combination of two of these elements may sufficiently qualify: (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 CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application: Résumé Copies of your CPR, First Aid, and AED Certifications Proof of education/training (if applicable): provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s); if degree hasn't been conferred, provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent 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 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.)