Fitness Specialist

Navy Life PNW; Oak Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) seeks qualified fitness instructors to support MWR programs at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus a fitness instructor certification from an NCCA-accredited organization or equivalent, and demonstrated competence in physical activity programs.

Additional qualifications include knowledge of safe equipment use, ability to plan and deliver enhanced recreation programs, and strong communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fitness instructor or certification from an NCCA-accredited health/fitness organization.
• Professional competence in the physical activity program or area.
• High school diploma or equivalent for group fitness, plus primary certification from an accredited health/fitness organization.
• All certifications must be included in the application.
• Knowledge of 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 communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and provide recommended fitness program based on 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.

Skills

Fitness program design

Group fitness instruction

Equipment safety

Facility operations

Office software

Effective communication

Report writing

Training delivery

Public speaking

Physical fitness testing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Support the Military's Quality of Life programs! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military and civilian employees. This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations command (CNIC); Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

three elements below sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as a fitness instructor/personal trainer instructor:a) high School diploma or equivalent; andb) fitness instructor, personal trainer or certification from a NCCA accredited health/fitness organization*; andc) professional competence in the physical activity program or area.

two elements below sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as a group fitness instructor:a) a high school diploma or equivalent; andb) a primary certification from an accredited health/fitness organization

All certifications must be included in the application) : Additional qualifications necessary for this position:

• Professional competence in the physical activity program or area.
• 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 recreation to satisfy specific needs of the community to be served.
• 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.
• Work requires lifting, pushing, pulling, recurring bending, stooping, stretching, twisting and utilizing all major muscle groups in demonstrating physical fitness techniques, equipment and teaching group exercise classes in a frequently hot/humid environment.