Recreation Assistant (Facility Assistant) NF-02
About The Position
The Recreation Assistant (Facility Assistant) assists the Facility Manager with the overall management and operation of a fitness facility at Magrath, Monti, or Atkins gym. The role involves interacting with patrons, providing general instruction on the use of equipment and facilities, supporting activities and events, maintaining cleanliness, and monitoring equipment and property. The position is intermittent and on-call, with an irregular schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and unique events. Applicants must live within 100 miles of Fort Drum, New York; additional U.S. residency conditions apply to non-U.S. nationals.
Requirements
- Directly related work experience that demonstrates the ability to operate multiple fitness facilities; the experience must be equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level.
- Possess or obtain by the projected employment start date of March 2026 certifications in CPR, First Aid, and AED.
- Be willing to complete and maintain the MWR Orientation Course and Customer Service and Equipment (Safe Operation and Basic Maintenance Repair) certifications.
- Be willing to accept intermittent, on-call employment and an irregular work schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and unique events.
- Meet qualification, eligibility, and background requirements; complete required employment verification and pre-employment checks, including a favorably adjudicated T1/NACI background investigation.
- Submit a resume of two pages or fewer that demonstrates relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
- Live within 100 miles of Fort Drum, NY. Non-U.S. nationals must also have lived in the U.S. or a U.S. Territory for at least three consecutive years immediately before starting the job.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of a nationally recognized Basic Fitness Trainer Certification is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Facility Manager in managing and operating a fitness facility.
- Circulate among patrons to ensure satisfactory service and provide general instruction on equipment, facilities, and machinery use.
- Assist with setup for instructors, contractors, events, athletic activities, and related functions.
- Perform facility cleanliness duties and/or monitor contracts.
- Conduct classes and walk through facility rooms to provide guidance or referrals as appropriate.
- Assist with property inventory and monitor fitness equipment condition.
- Track equipment maintenance and repair or replacement as appropriate.
Benefits
- Health insurance (regular full-time and part-time employees; some flexible employees may be eligible)
- Life insurance (regular full-time and part-time employees)
- 401(k) plan
- Retirement plans
- Paid personal time off
- Federal holidays
- Professional development, training, education, and certification programs
- Access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
