Sports Specialist (Fitness Instructor)

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Great Lakes, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Sports and Fitness Division of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department in Great Lakes, Illinois. The incumbent serves as a fitness instructor, personal trainer, or group fitness instructor and may perform one or more 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 role provides fitness instruction and programming to military personnel and other eligible patrons. It includes designing and leading exercise programs, conducting fitness assessments, advising on safe equipment use, maintaining fitness spaces and equipment, and supporting fitness-related training, outreach, and promotion.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age and a high school diploma or equivalent.
Fitness instructor, personal trainer, or certification from an accredited health/fitness organization, and professional competence in the relevant physical activity program or area.
For group fitness instruction, a primary approved certification from an accredited health/fitness organization and an approved certification in the physical activity or program area.
Ability to independently carry out fitness programs using recreation principles, concepts, and techniques to meet community needs.
Skill in planning and carrying out programs in the recreation specialty area to meet 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 equipment maintenance and repair.
Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and recommend fitness programs based on fitness goals.
Skill in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to prepare clear, concise, technically sound reports related to the work of the Branch.
Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must pass applicable records and background checks, E-Verify employment verification, and a National Agency Background Check; discrepancies in E-Verify must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Must have salary sent to a financial institution by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
A valid state driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

Design, supervise, coach, and instruct group exercise programs, including activities such as Step, Spin, and Water Aerobics, inside and outside the fitness facility.
Provide fitness training and programming to individuals and groups of various sizes.
Prepare written instructions and procedures covering work performance, equipment use, safety, and participant well-being.
Instruct patrons on conditioning and training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility.
Conduct fitness testing, including assessments 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 under 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, preparing written procedures as needed.
Provide general fitness information, guidance on proper equipment use, and fitness program information to customers.
Keep fitness spaces and equipment clean and maintained; perform basic equipment maintenance and repair.
Train or lead employees in recreation- and physical-fitness-related positions.
Prepare and analyze functional-area reports.
Keep current with fitness programming ideas to improve 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.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Free trainings, certifications, and professional development opportunities
Flexible hours
Advancement opportunities
Free fitness center membership
Onsite childcare options with reduced rates
Tax-free shopping at the Navy Exchange
Employee Assistance Program with complimentary access to health, financial, social, and legal services
Access to discounted leisure travel, entertainment, concert, and attraction tickets through American Forces Travel
Access to on-base entertainment and events
Access to recreation centers, including reduced rates for movies, bowling, party and picnic gear rental, and golf
Comprehensive federal employee benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type