Human Performance & Recreation Specialist

Commander, Navy Installations Command (DON); San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command (DON) in San Diego, CA, is recruiting for a Recreation Aid and Assistant to lead structured fitness and recreation activities and provide safe equipment guidance. The role supports resilience and wellbeing through performance programs and customer service within CNRSW facilities.

The position requires engaging patrons, planning fitness activities, and maintaining records, with PCS relocation eligibility and a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in recreation or physical education or related field.
• Minimum 24 semester hours in recreation or physical education.
• At least 1 year of specialized experience assisting in structured fitness and recreation activities.

Responsibilities

• Leads structured group activities, recreation, and performance related activities.
• Provides fitness orientations on proper movement mechanics and safe equipment use.
• Assists in delivering programs that promote resilience, recovery, and overall well-being.
• Works with patrons to achieve fitness and wellness goals.
• Observes patron fitness movements and provides injury prevention guidance.
• Develops and implements standard fitness plans to meet individual needs.

Skills

Fitness principles

Human performance

Safe exercise technique

Cash handling

MS Office

Communication skills

Fitness instruction

Presentations/training

Daily reports

Motivating participants

Equipment operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation/physical education

24 semester hours in recreation/physical education

1 year specialized experience in structured fitness/recreation

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Commander, Navy Installations Command (DON) in San Diego, CA, is recruiting for a Recreation Aid and Assistant to lead structured fitness and recreation activities and provide safe equipment guidance. The role supports resilience and wellbeing through performance programs and customer service within CNRSW facilities.

The position requires engaging patrons, planning fitness activities, and maintaining records, with PCS relocation eligibility and a full-time schedule.