MWR Fitness Instructor

Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) in El Centro seeks a Fitness instructor to provide certified personal training and group exercise services to active-duty personnel. The role covers group exercise, CFL outreach, and NOFFS-related programs, and involves designing, supervising, and promoting fitness activities.

Responsibilities include fitness testing, instruction on proper techniques, equipment maintenance, and staff training in recreation and fitness programs.

Qualifications

• Ability to competently carry out fitness programs for diverse groups.
• Skill in planning a fitness program for individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of safe use of fitness equipment and maintenance.
• Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and recommend programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, technically sound reports.

Responsibilities

• Design, supervise, and instruct group exercise programs like Step/Spin/Water Aerobics.
• Provide fitness training and programming for groups of varying sizes.
• Prepare written instructions for performance, safety, and equipment use.
• Instruct proper implementation of conditioning and training programs.
• Conduct fitness testing: aerobic capacity, body composition, strength.
• Work with command reps to develop and implement fitness programs.

Skills

Group Exercise

Personal Training

Fitness Testing

Program Design

Leadership

Job description

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Program Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Air Facility El Centro (NAFEC). Incumbent serves as a Fitness instructor, personal trainer or group fitness instructor and may perform one or a combination of the following functions: Group Exercise, Command Fitness Leader (CFL) Outreach, Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP) Outreach.

Duties

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Group Exercise (includes but not limited to):

• Designs, supervises, coaches, and instructs a variety of group exercise programs (e.g., Step, Spin, Water Aerobics) inside and outside of the fitness facility.
• Provides fitness training and programming to groups of various sizes.
• Prepares written instruction and procedures for performance of work, use of equipment, safety, and well-being of all involved.
• Provides instruction on the proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning and training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility training.
• Conducts fitness testing, which includes measuring aerobic capacity, body composition, muscular strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, and blood pressure.
• Works with various command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness programs for military personnel.

CFL/FEP Outreach (includes but not limited to):

• Provides certified personal training and group exercise services to active-duty military as outlined in the Navy's Physical Readiness Program instruction.
• Assists with the instruction of the Command Fitness Leader course and fitness related general military training.
• Assists patrons on the fitness floor by providing training tips in order to prevent unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.

General (includes but not limited to):

• Provides certified personal training services to all eligible patrons.
• Instructs patrons in the proper use of all equipment for training and self-monitored progress by preparing written instructions and procedures for the performance of work, use of equipment, safety and well-being of all involved.
• Assists customers by providing general fitness information, instruction on proper use of fitness equipment and program information.
• Ensures fitness spaces and equipment are clean and maintained.
• Performs basic equipment maintenance and repair.
• Trains/leads other employees in various recreation/physical fitness-related positions.
• Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports.
• Stays current with latest fitness programming ideas to increase attendance and improve customer satisfaction.
• Assists with marketing and promotion of fitness programs.
• Assists Fitness Director and/or Coordinator with Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Series (NOFFS), Mission Nutrition Command Fitness Leader Course and other CNIC Headquarters supported/endorsed programs.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be able to work nights, holidays and weekends.
• May be able to lift and move any equipment needed.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must be able to obtain within 60 days of hire CPR/First Aid/AED certification, Blood Borne Pathogens certification and Navy Basic Fitness Certification.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

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.

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.

Knowledge of the safe use and operation of fitness equipment, facility operations, and basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.

Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and provide recommended fitness program, based on fitness goals.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).

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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.

In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693

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