Sports Specialist

Commander, Navy Installations Command • Belle Chasse, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the Fitness, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Department at Naval Air Station JRB in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Sports Specialist serves as a fitness instructor, personal trainer, or group fitness instructor, and may perform one or a combination of functions within the Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Program Branch, including Group Exercise, Command Fitness Leader (CFL) Outreach, and Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP) Outreach.

The position plans and delivers fitness programs and training to individuals and groups, conducts fitness testing, instructs patrons in safe equipment use, and supports military physical-readiness programs. Duties also include maintaining fitness spaces and equipment, preparing reports and instructional materials, supporting program promotion, and training or leading other employees.

Work involves lifting up to 45 pounds without assistance (heavier items may be lifted with assistance), considerable standing and exercise demonstrations, and occasional travel of less than 10%. Normal safety precautions apply, with some activities requiring special safety precautions. A valid state driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles. The position requires federal employment suitability, background investigation, employment verification, and participation in direct deposit. Required certifications must be submitted with the application as applicable; CPR and First Aid, AED, Blood-borne Pathogen Training, and Navy Basic Fitness Certification must be held or obtained within 60 days of hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• For fitness instructor or personal trainer duties: certification as a fitness instructor or personal trainer, or certification from an accredited health/fitness organization, and professional competence in the relevant physical activity program or area.
• For group fitness instructor duties: a primary certification from an accredited health/fitness organization, or an approved commercial/industry health/fitness organization certification in the specific activity instructed.
• Ability to independently carry out fitness programs using recreation principles, concepts, and techniques to meet the needs of the community served.
• Skill in planning and carrying out recreation programs suited to the participating community.
• Skill and 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 equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and recommend fitness programs based on fitness goals.
• Skill using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, technically sound reports related to the Branch's work.
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Must possess or obtain CPR and First Aid certification, Automated External Defibrillator certification, Blood-borne Pathogen Training, and Navy Basic Fitness Certification within 60 days of hire.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements and successfully complete a background investigation and E-Verify employment verification.
• Must complete a Personal Identity Verification process and provide required identification; a Social Security Card is required.
• Must have salary paid by direct deposit.
• A valid state driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
• Must submit all required certifications with the application to be considered.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds unassisted; heavier lifting may be done with assistance.
• Must be able to perform considerable standing and exercise demonstrations.
• Must be able to comply with safety precautions, including special precautions during some activities.

Responsibilities

• Design, supervise, coach, and instruct group exercise programs, including activities such as step, spin, and water aerobics, both inside and outside the fitness facility.
• Provide fitness training and programming to groups of various sizes.
• Prepare written instructions and procedures concerning work performance, equipment use, safety, and participant well-being.
• Instruct patrons in conditioning and training programs covering aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility.
• Conduct fitness testing, including measurement 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 Physical Readiness Program instruction.
• Assist with instruction of the Command Fitness Leader course and fitness-related general military training.
• Provide fitness-floor training tips to help patrons avoid unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.
• Provide certified personal training services to eligible patrons and general fitness information to customers.
• Instruct patrons in proper fitness-equipment use and self-monitored progress.
• Keep fitness spaces and equipment clean and maintained; perform basic equipment maintenance and repair.
• Train or lead other employees in recreation- and physical-fitness-related positions.
• Prepare and analyze reports specific to the functional area.
• Stay current with fitness programming ideas to increase attendance and 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, spouse and dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and a 401(k) savings plan.
• Annual and sick leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Stability of Federal Civilian Service.
• Quality of Work Life Balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED