Recreation Assistant (Fitness/Aquatics Support)

U.S. Department of the Navy; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Navy is seeking an Administrative Support position at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek - Ft. Story, VA. The role entails managing fitness and sports operations, ensuring compliance with MWR policies, and maintaining facility safety standards, requiring key certifications within set timelines.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge in basics of fitness, aquatics, and sports principles necessary.
• Competency in using Microsoft Office for presentations and reporting.

Skills

Knowledge of MWR policies

Knowledge of cash handling procedures

Communication

Skill in Microsoft Office Programs

Job description

Position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); All Installations in the Mid-Atlantic Region. This position is located at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek - Ft. Story, VA.

Duties

Administrative Support (includes but not limited to):

Requirements

• Must pass all applicable records and background checks.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the following certification within 30 days of hire: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certification.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the following certifications within 90 days of hire: Automated External Defibrillator Certification, Blood-borne Pathogen Certification, and Navy Basic Fitness Certification.
• Must have the ability to perform moderately strenuous physical labor, lifting objects weighing up to 45 pounds unassisted and heavier weights with assistance.
• Work includes extended hours of sitting and standing.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate must possess:

• Knowledge of MWR policies, rules, and regulations involving the work area.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to compute charges, disperse change accurately, and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Knowledge of basic fitness, aquatics, and sports principles.
• Knowledge of safe use and operation of fitness equipment, facility operations, and basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and others as they relate to fitness, aquatics, and sports training or orientation.
• Ability to competently and independently carry out day-to-day recreation operations.
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.