MWR Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Fitness Program Director)

Commander, Navy Installations Command•San Diego, CA

12d

About The Position

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Base Point Loma. The primary purpose is to plan, manage, and administer a comprehensive, year-round fitness, recreational sports, and aquatics program, along with the facilities used to conduct those programs. The position oversees program management, facility management, and staff supervision. It develops and manages fitness, sports, and aquatics activities; coordinates with military and community organizations; prepares and monitors budgets and contracts; assesses customer needs; and ensures programs meet applicable standards. It also coordinates facility maintenance and improvements, protects government property, and ensures safe facilities. The incumbent directs subordinate staff, assigns and reviews work, supports staffing decisions, provides training, and addresses performance and conduct issues. The work may require extended periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, or reaching, as well as lifting items up to 45 pounds. The incumbent must be able to work varied schedules, including split days off, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Required employment conditions include maintaining CPR and First Aid certification and a valid state driver's license, and successfully completing suitability, background investigation, and E-Verify requirements.

Requirements

Must obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certification.
Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successfully complete a background investigation, including fingerprint identification and background inquiry forms.
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check and resolve any discrepancies as a condition of employment.
Must obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must be able to work varied schedules, including split days off, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to perform physical exertion such as prolonged standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, and reaching, and lift items up to 45 pounds.
Knowledge of principles, concepts, and techniques governing physical fitness programs, including exercise science, strength conditioning, nutrition, weight control, cardiovascular endurance, exercise requirements, and projected results.
Knowledge of biomechanics, fitness testing, exercise prescription, strength-training equipment, nutrition, exercise, and fitness programming and testing equipment.
Skill in planning and executing comprehensive fitness, aquatics, and/or sports programs involving varied 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 physical and psychological factors affecting training, performance, and recovery in individual 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 the ability to prepare budgets.
Skill in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and 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 methods, approaches, and procedures for effective fitness program management.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification from an NCCA- or DEAC-accredited health/fitness organization is preferred.
Competency in business and in the design and delivery of exercise programs is preferred.
At least three years of fitness industry or field experience for civilian personnel is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, develop, implement, and manage comprehensive fitness, sports, and aquatics programs and associated facilities.
Coordinate with city, state, military, and other organizations to develop fitness and sports programs and promote health and wellness.
Coordinate with base organizations on fitness advisory members, program bylaws, and program philosophy.
Conduct meetings and host collaborative events, educational seminars, and information fairs.
Maintain participation records, determine individual and base award winners, and arrange award presentations.
Interpret program data on trends, costs, problems, and needs, and modify methods and techniques based on findings.
Prepare and monitor APF and NAF budgets for fitness, sports, and aquatics programs.
Monitor contract services and perform quality assessment and evaluation responsibilities.
Conduct annual local needs assessments or surveys and incorporate findings into the annual program plan.
Coordinate promotional advertising, commercial sponsorship, and publicity strategies with marketing staff.
Assist local Command Fitness Leaders in conducting and administering safe Physical Readiness Tests.
Solicit, interview, select, and direct volunteers and contract instructors; maintain records and nominate deserving volunteers for recognition.
Review research publications and health journals to keep program methods and philosophy current.
Ensure programs meet or exceed applicable governmental and private industry standards.
Coordinate use and maintenance of indoor and outdoor fitness and athletic facilities.
Assist engineers with requirements for construction of new fitness and athletic facilities.
Coordinate with Naval Facilities Engineering Command and base agencies regarding facility maintenance, repairs, and equipment purchases and installation.
Develop a five-year facility improvement program; prepare renovation, addition, or expansion plans; and submit and manage minor construction work orders.
Control inventory of property, equipment, and supplies and determine replacement needs.
Take appropriate action to comply with safety, fire, and environmental directions and maintain safe and adequate facilities.
Direct subordinate staff, including fitness, sports, aquatics, facility, and outdoor maintenance personnel.
Assign work according to priorities, assignment requirements, and staff capabilities; conduct annual performance reviews and participate in staffing decisions.
Ensure staff receive appropriate training and address disciplinary or performance issues with timely corrective action.
Support CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity policy and foster a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and reprisal, with equitable treatment of staff.