Recreation Assistant (Fitness)

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Vogelweh/Ramstein Fitness Center. This position does not offer logistical support.

Serves as Facility Assistant in a fitness facility. Works under the direction of the Fitness and Sports Director.

Duties

Assists Fitness and Sports Director in the overall management and operation of the fitness facility, circulates among patrons to assure service is satisfactory: provides information and general instruction on the use of equipment, facilities, and machinery. Duties are subject to change based on program demands, facility hours of operation, and requirements for events and functions hosted by the fitness centers. Performs facility cleanliness and/or monitors contracts. Conducts classes and walks all facility rooms to provide guidance or referral as appropriate. Assists with publicity or programs and events and marketing of posters, flyers, and other promotional material. Issues/receives equipment to authorize users. Assists with the inventory of property. Instructs customers and monitors proper and safe usage of equipment, as needed. Possesses and maintains the following certifications: CPR, First Aid, & AED. Monitors fitness equipment condition; tracks maintenance and repair or replacement as appropriate. Cleans and performs minor maintenance on facility equipment under the supervision of the Fitness Maintenance leader. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• Incumbent must be physically in Germany before a firm/final job offer can be received.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with the application by the closing date, 07/21/2025.

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is U.S. Citizens and legal U.S. residents in Germany. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S. permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment. Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement. If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent.

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Experience demonstrating a working familiarity with the routines and procedures followed in group activities or programs; and practical knowledge and/or experience of recreational activities and equipment, rules and procedures in a recreation program activity which has involved recreation work in the area of specialty in which the position is assigned; ability and skill in dealing with the public. Must have ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Requires continuous standing, walking, and stooping. The possession of a nationally recognized basic fitness training certification is highly desirable. Must be able to perform the full range of cleaning duties and have knowledge of sanitation standards.