Recreation Assistant (Fitness)

U.S. Department of the Navy; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A position with the U.S. Department of the Navy at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard seeks an individual to manage food and beverage operations within the Morale, Welfare & Recreation Department. The role encompasses administrative and instructional support, facility maintenance, and customer service. Ideal for candidates with strong communication skills, knowledge of fitness principles, and experience in recreation services.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MWR policies and fitness principles.
• Skills in customer service, effective communication, and cash handling.
• Experience in conducting training and orientation for users.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise food and beverage operations.
• Provide customer service and financial reporting.
• Conduct instructional classes and monitor facility usage.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Cash handling

Fitness principles

Development and delivery of presentations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position is located within the Morale, Welfare & Recreation Department, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, Maine. The purpose of this position is to manage and supervise food and beverage operations.

Duties

Administrative Support (includes but not limited to): Provides customer service to patrons using the facility, including greeting customers, checking identification cards to ensure only authorized users are entering, issuing and receiving gear/equipment, and registering patrons for facility use, events, and classes. Answers telephone inquiries regarding hours, events, and programs. Completes Daily Activity Reports, handles cash, verifies collections, and deposits funds. Assists in planning, scheduling, and publicizing activities to attract participants. Oversees retail sales related to activities. Evaluates the effectiveness of fitness activities based on participant responses and resources. Monitors patrons, volunteers, and contractors, reporting issues to management. Assists in selecting fitness, sports, and aquatic activities based on resources and participant interests.

Instructional Support (includes but not limited to): Monitors participants in indoor and outdoor activities, including sports events. Conducts instructional classes, performs fitness orientations, and demonstrates proper techniques. Sets up and prepares facilities for scheduled activities, ensuring safety and adherence to regulations.

Facility/Equipment Maintenance (includes but not limited to): Opens and closes facilities and fields at scheduled times. Monitors activity and security, assists users, maintains equipment and facilities, and performs janitorial duties. Reports maintenance issues and unsafe conditions for repairs.

Requirements

• Must pass all applicable background checks
• Must pass E-Verify employment verification
• Starting May 7, 2025, access requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or acceptable ID for non-affiliated individuals

Qualifications

Resumes must demonstrate experience and skills related to this position. Be specific in describing your KSAs.

The candidate should possess knowledge of MWR policies, basic arithmetic, cash handling, fitness, aquatics, and sports principles, safe operation and maintenance of fitness equipment, and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Skills include providing training and orientation, developing and delivering presentations, and effective communication both orally and in writing.