Fitness Specialist (CYS) NF-03.

Obsolete Site; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site is seeking a qualified professional to deliver youth fitness, health, and outreach programs across multiple Child and Youth Services settings. You will develop lesson plans within the existing curriculum and create environments that promote active, healthy development for children and teens.

The role includes training coaches using NYSCA guidelines, ensuring safety, and coordinating with schools and community groups to expand program reach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a fitness-related field is required.
• Experience delivering a comprehensive group fitness program.
• Knowledge of basic health and nutrition concepts.
• Experience training coaches or professionals in applying sports or fitness techniques.
• Candidates with planning/evaluation/delivery experience for children or youth are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a wide range of installation youth fitness, health, and outreach programs in multiple CYS settings.
• Develop and implement lesson plans within the existing curriculum for early childhood, school age, and youth participants.
• Assist in coaching training using NYSCA guidelines; plan warm-up/cool-down, injury prevention, and safe equipment use.
• Share expertise in age-appropriate exercises and skills development for children and youth.
• Inspect facilities and programs for standards compliance and recommend improvements; secure supplies and spaces as needed.

Skills

Coaching

Youth fitness

Program development

Health education

Education

Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology, exercise science, kinesiology, physical education, or related

Job description

Duties

• Responsible for the delivery of a wide range of installation youth fitness, health, and outreach programs in multiple CYS settings. Develops and maintains and partnerships with schools and community organizations.
• Within an existing curriculum, develops and implements lesson plans and appropriate environments that incorporate a broad range of fitness and health activities for early childhood, school age, and youth program participants.
• Assists in training coaches using the National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA) guidelines. Provides assistance in planning practices to warm up/cool down techniques, injury prevention, proper use of materials and equipment.
• Shares expertise in the operation of age-appropriate exercises and skills development for children and youth.
• Helps inspect facilities/programs to ensure compliance with applicable standards and makes recommendations for improvements. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities as appropriate.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must complete a health assessment including all required immunizations.
• Must possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
• Must obtain/maintain certification in CPR/First Aid.
• Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain (within six months of employment) a fitness certification from a nationally recognized organization
• Nationally recognized organizations such as (i.e., National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), National Strength and Conditioning Association. National Aerobics and Fitness Trainers Association (NAFTA), etc.)
• This position may require travel to on and off post locations.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

A bachelor's degree or higher in exercise physiology, exercise Science, kinesiology, physical education, or other fitness-related disciplines

OR

• Experience in the application of fitness principles, concepts, and techniques gained through the delivery of a comprehensive group fitness program.
• Experience or education demonstrating the knowledge of basic health and nutrition concepts.
• Experience training coaches or other professionals (i.e., teachers, caregivers, fitness instructors) in the proper application of sports or fitness techniques.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified":

Highly qualified candidates will possess experience in the planning, evaluation, or delivery of a fitness program or curriculum specifically for children or youth; or at least 12 semester hours in college coursework directly related to children or youth (i.e., PE for children, motor skills development, childhood development, early/elementary/secondary education, health/nutrition for children, child/adolescent psychology, etc.).

Education

Proof of education is required at the time of application. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total.

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who reside Worldwide (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials

• This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid.

Important Information Regarding Access To Certain Federal Facilities

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

• Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

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