Recreation & Fitness Assistant — Flexible Hours

Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); Great Lakes (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Fitness Center Membership

Onsite Childcare Options

Advanced Training and Certifications

Job summary

Navy Region Great Lakes is seeking staff to support administrative and operational duties within MWR fitness, sports, and aquatics programs at NAVAL STATION GREAT LAKES, IL. The role focuses on ensuring proper facility usage and assisting in running recreation activities.

Responsibilities include patron services, registration, event planning, and cash handling, with opportunities to contribute to program development and trainings. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MWR policies, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Knowledge of basic fitness, aquatics and sports principles.
• Skill in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to facility patrons, including greeting, ID checks, gear issuance, and facility registration.
• Answer phones and provide information on hours, events, and programs.
• Complete Daily Activity Reports, handle cash, and drop cashier bag in drop safes.
• Plan, schedule, and publicize activities and maintain related supplies.
• Oversee sale of retail items and evaluate fitness activity effectiveness.
• Monitor patrons, volunteers, and contractors and report issues to management.
• Assist in selecting fitness, sports, and aquatics activities to offer.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

MS Office

Communication

Presentations/Training

Fitness programming

Job description

Navy Region Great Lakes is seeking staff to support administrative and operational duties within MWR fitness, sports, and aquatics programs at NAVAL STATION GREAT LAKES, IL. The role focuses on ensuring proper facility usage and assisting in running recreation activities.

Responsibilities include patron services, registration, event planning, and cash handling, with opportunities to contribute to program development and trainings. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.