FITNESS COORDINATOR

U.S. Department of the Navy; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Navy's Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Athletic Branch at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi seeks a fitness program manager to oversee fitness and wellness offerings for NAS Corpus Christi and tenant commands.

The role involves guiding physical fitness, designing programs, and ensuring safe operation of equipment. Candidates should have specialized experience in physical education, preferably a bachelor's in exercise science and an NCCA-certified health/fitness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field preferred.
• NCCA accredited certification in health and fitness required.
• Experience with fitness equipment and facility operations.
• Ability to plan and deliver fitness programs for diverse groups.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage fitness and wellness programs for NAS Corpus Christi and tenant commands.
• Provide fitness guidance and training to individuals and groups.
• Lead and supervise a diverse team to achieve NAS fitness objectives.
• Develop reports and presentations on fitness program outcomes.

Skills

Fitness training

Program development

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position is located within the Athletic Branch, Recreation Division of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, TX. The purpose of this position is to manage the fitness/wellness programs for the Naval Air Station, Corpus Christi, and all tenant commands. The incumbent provides guidance in the area of physical fitness and training and provides various wellness programs to all authorized patrons.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Must have extensive experience in the field of physical education and knowledge of the principles as well as teachings in exercise physiology.
• A bachelor's degree in exercise science or a related field is preferred.
• A NCCA Accredited certification in health and fitness or related field is required.
• Knowledge of the safe use and operation of fitness equipment, facility operations, and basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
• Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced program in the recreation specialty area which meets the needs of the participating community.
• Skill and ability to provide fitness training and programming to individuals and groups of various sizes.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Ability to competently and independently carry out fitness programs through the proper application of principles, concepts and techniques of fitness to satisfy specific needs of the community to be served.
• Ability to effectively lead and supervise a diverse team of individuals to provide exceptional customer service and accomplish the NAS Key West Fitness Program mission objectives.
• Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and provide recommended fitness program, based on fitness goals.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest

KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/
• Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Social Security Card is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.
• A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE:

Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.