Recreation Assistant (Human Performance)

Commander, Navy Installations Command (DON)

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 65,000

Full time

4 days ago
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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

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Branch; CNRSW San Diego, CA. Incumbent assists in supporting the mission of military readiness and resiliency through the delivery of performance and health programs that optimize physical, mental, and social well-being. Assists in conducting structured fitness and recreation activities, orientating participants to safe performance practices, and supporting health and human performance initiatives. Learn more about this agency

Location

San Diego, CA

Telework

No

Remote

No

Relocation

Yes—PCS move is authorized IAW agency’s policies and procedures.

Salary

$52,000 – $65,000 per year Salary is inclusive of locality.

Pay scale & grade

NF 3

Promotion potential

None

Work schedule

Full-time

Travel Required

Occasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type

Permanent

Occupations and job series
  • 0189 Recreation Aid And Assistant
Supervisory status

No

Federal service type

This job is in the Competitive Service

Represented by a union

No

Drug test

No

Security clearance

Other

Position sensitivity and risk
  • Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Background check type
  • Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure required

No

Announcement number

27-13105276

Control number

890860000

Who may apply
  • U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
  • Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.
Duties
  • 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.
  • Uses practical knowledge of fundamental fitness techniques and procedures in providing fitness guidance.
  • Develops and implements standard fitness plans to meet the individual needs of patrons.
  • Observes patron fitness movements through screening processes to provide guidance on injury prevention.
  • Provides information and assessments of patron progress to higher graded specialist concerning the participation, progress, behavior, and/or physical reactions of patrons assigned. Suggests alternative or modified exercises or movements.
  • Ensures patron completes Physical Activity Risk Factor Questionnaire (PARF-Q), reviews and suggests proper way forward.
  • Establishes/reviews the schedule of events, conducts tours, sets-up/prepares gymnasiums/facilities/playing fields prior to scheduled start time for events (e.g., lap swim, lifeguard training, exercise programs, races, pool parties).
  • Coordinates recurring fitness and recreation events, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
  • Provides customer service to patrons using the facility, to include: greeting customers; checking identification cards to ensure only authorized users are entering facility; issuing and receiving gear/equipment; and registering patrons for facility use, events, and/or classes
  • Prepares after-action reports and program evaluations to assess impact
  • Coordinates scheduling of facilities and resources to support training, workshops, and special events.
  • Answers telephone providing information in regard to facility hours of operation, upcoming special events and programs, etc.
  • Completes the Daily Activity Reports, handling cash where fees apply, verifying the amount of money collected and dropping the cashier bag in the drop safe.
  • Assists in planning, scheduling, and publicizing various recreational activities and maintaining related supplies to attract and motivate participants.
  • Maintains records of participation and program usage.
  • Distributes educational and promotional materials highlighting performance, health, and recreation in overall readiness.
  • Sells and restocks retail items associated with activities; conducts inventory.
  • Ensures facility is open and/or closed at the posted time.
  • Ensures safe use of facilities, equipment, and training spaces.
  • Monitors and checks the security of premises.
  • Monitors activity within the facility, circulating among the patrons to assist with basic use of equipment/gear and to maintain good order and discipline.
  • Properly cleans and maintains equipment/facilities, maintains inventory, performs general janitorial services to ensure interior spaces are in a clean, neat, and orderly state at all times (e.g., sweeping and mopping floors; dusting and cleaning workout areas, mirrors, bathrooms, and locker areas; straightening equipment and accessories).
  • Makes minor repairs to facilities and equipment when appropriate and assists with outdoor maintenance.
  • Reports maintenance problems, material deficiencies, and unsafe conditions or discrepancies that cannot be repaired in-house to the supervisor.
Eligibility
  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (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 at least one of the following:

  • Successful completion of a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree with a major study related to recreation or physical education.
  • At least 24 semester hours in courses related to recreation or physical education.
  • At least 1 year of specialized experience assisting in conducting structured fitness and recreation activities.
  • An equivalent combination of education and specialized experience.

A qualified candidate also possesses the following:

  • Knowledge of fundamental fitness and recreation principles.
  • Knowledge of practical human performance and fitness techniques and procedures to provide fitness guidance.
  • Knowledge of safe exercise techniques sufficient to provide basic instruction to patrons.
  • Knowledge of safe use and operation of fitness equipment, and basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
  • Knowledge of human performance programs.
  • Knowledge of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) policies, rules, and regulations involving the work area.
  • Knowledge of basic arithmetic to compute charges and disperse change accurately.
  • Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
  • Skill in motivating participants.
  • Skill in instructing participants in fitness and human performance activities.
  • Ability to competently and independently carry out day-to-day recreation operations.
  • Ability to provide fitness equipment orientation.
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Ability to complete daily reports.
  • Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Education

In order to meet the minimum qualification requirement for the 0189 Recreation Assistant series, a qualified candidate must possess one of the following:

  • Successful completion of a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree with a major study related to recreation or physical education.
  • At least 24 semester hours in courses related to recreation or physical education.
  • At least 1 year of specialized experience assisting in conducting structured fitness and recreation activities.
  • An equivalent combination of education and specialized experience.

Degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. Proof of education MUST be submitted at time of application for consideration.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Salary is inclusive of locality pay.

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. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

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.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required documents
  • Resume: limited to two pages, must useTimes New Roman font no smaller than 10-point with margins no less than one inch on all sides; please review this link guide on how to write a federal resume – Resume Requirements
  • Proof of education:official transcripts only; diplomas and degree audits are not acceptable. Failure to provide official transcripts will result in an ineligibility rating.
  • Proof of training: licensures and certifications are acceptable, must show your name, licensure/certification type, and expiration date (if applicable)
  • If claiming Department of War (DOW) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration:Provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference:provide a copy of the sponsor’s Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If claiming Veteran’s Preference:provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If a current or former Federal Employee:provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination. If qualifying all or in-part based on education, proof of education MUST be submitted at time of application in order to be considered.

Agency contact information

CNRSW NAF HRO

cnrsw-naf-jobs@us.navy.mil

NRSW Region NAF HR Office

750 Pacific Coast Highway

San Diego, CA 92132-0058

US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

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  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request
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