MWR Fitness Instructor

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Coronado, CA

About The Position

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Program Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); NASF. The incumbent serves as a fitness instructor, personal trainer, or group fitness instructor and may perform one or a combination of functions, including Group Exercise, Command Fitness Leader (CFL) Outreach, and Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP) Outreach. The position provides fitness instruction and training to individuals and groups, conducts fitness testing, supports military physical fitness programs, and helps patrons use equipment safely. The incumbent maintains fitness spaces and equipment, contributes to program marketing and reporting, and supports training and Navy fitness initiatives.

Requirements

Ability to independently and competently carry out fitness programs using recreation principles, concepts, and techniques to meet the needs of the community served.
Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced recreation specialty-area program that meets the needs of the participating community.
Ability to provide fitness training and programming to individuals and groups of various sizes.
Knowledge of safe fitness equipment use and operation, facility operations, and basic fitness equipment maintenance and repair.
Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and recommend fitness programs based on fitness goals.
Skill using Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to prepare clear, concise, technically sound work-related reports.
Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
For fitness instructor or personal trainer duties: high school diploma or equivalent; certification as a fitness instructor, personal trainer, or equivalent from an accredited health/fitness organization; and professional competence in the physical activity program or area.
For group fitness instructor duties: primary approved certification from an accredited health/fitness organization and approved certification in the physical activity or program area.
Must be able to work nights, holidays, and weekends.
Must be able to lift and move equipment as needed.
Must obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification, Blood Borne Pathogens certification, and Navy Basic Fitness Certification within 60 days of hire.
Must successfully pass E-Verify employment verification; discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Must meet federal suitability requirements and satisfactorily complete a background investigation.

Responsibilities

Design, supervise, coach, and instruct a variety of group exercise programs inside and outside the fitness facility.
Provide fitness training and programming to groups of various sizes.
Prepare written instructions and procedures for work performance, equipment use, safety, and participant well-being.
Instruct participants in conditioning and training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility.
Conduct fitness testing, including assessment of aerobic capacity, body composition, muscular strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, and blood pressure.
Work with command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness programs for military personnel.
Provide certified personal training and group exercise services to active-duty military in accordance with the Navy's Physical Readiness Program instruction.
Assist with instruction of the Command Fitness Leader course and fitness-related general military training.
Provide fitness-floor patrons with training tips to help prevent unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.
Provide certified personal training services to eligible patrons.
Instruct patrons in proper equipment use and self-monitored progress, including preparing written procedures concerning work, equipment use, safety, and well-being.
Provide customers with general fitness information, instruction on proper equipment use, and program information.
Ensure fitness spaces and equipment are clean and maintained; perform basic equipment maintenance and repair.
Train or lead other employees in recreation- or physical fitness-related positions.
Prepare and analyze functional-area-specific reports.
Keep current with fitness programming ideas to increase attendance and improve customer satisfaction.
Assist with marketing and promotion of fitness programs.
Assist the Fitness Director and/or Coordinator with NOFFS, Mission Nutrition, the Command Fitness Leader Course, and other CNIC Headquarters-supported or endorsed programs.