Recreation Assistant Fitness

U.S. Department of the Navy; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal position with the U.S. Department of the Navy seeks a Fitness Facility Manager to oversee the fitness program within the Southwest Region. Responsible for managing operations, supervising staff, and ensuring program effectiveness, the successful candidate must have experience in fitness supervision and possess necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• One-year supervisory experience in a fitness center.
• Experience with exercise physiology and exercise prescription for various health conditions.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the fitness facility and program.
• Conduct assessments (body composition, strength) and counsel individuals on fitness.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements.

Skills

Knowledge of strength training machines

Exercise physiology

Kinesiology

Nutrition

Communication

Education

Certification in exercise science

Job description

Incumbent works in the Commander, Navy Region, Southwest (CNRSW) Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Program under the general supervision of the designated manager. Incumbent is responsible for the management, supervision, design, administration, operation, and technical direction of a fitness facility and the fitness program within the Southwest Region.
Duties

Requirements

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• The work requires standing, sitting, walking and lifting 50 pounds or more while performing duties.
• Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift, late shift, evenings, weekends and holidays when the need arises.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certification is required.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency in the area of exercise science or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
• Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)

Qualifications

• One-year supervisory experience in a fitness center.
• Knowledge of various strength training machines and cardiovascular fitness equipment.
• Ability and knowledge to perform minor repairs and maintenance of exercise equipment.
• Experience with exercise physiology, exercise prescription for apparently healthy populations and for individuals with physical problems/conditions (hypertension, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, pulmonary restrictions , musculoskeletal problems, chronic back pain and pregnancy), exercise and medication interactions, electrocardiography, kinesiology, anatomy and nutrition.
• Minimum of one year experience conducting graded exercise test on a stationary bike or treadmill with an electrocardiogram (EKG), performing body composition, lung function, flexibility, blood cholesterol and strength assessments.
• One-year experience counseling individuals on their results and recommending fitness and lifestyle changes to make healthful changes.
• Must be able to identify disease-related risk factors and be capable of assisting individuals with risk factor modification through exercise, diet, stress management, and other lifestyle changes.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of all programs and to make recommendations for improving or correcting them.
• Ability to develop and customize presentations and address groups. Ability to speak to individuals/groups regarding fitness and lifestyle modification is required.
• Ability to maintain records and reports, follow verbal and written instructions, and communicate effectively with others.