Sports Specialist (Personal Trainer )

Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) HQ; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated fitness professional to coordinate and conduct physical readiness training programs. This role involves working closely with command representatives to identify fitness needs, arranging classes, and providing personalized fitness and nutrition training. The ideal candidate will have a passion for promoting health and well-being, along with the ability to create engaging fitness programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the fitness and readiness of military personnel while enjoying the benefits of federal employment. Join a team that values work-life balance and community service.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Stability of Federal Civilian Service

Qualifications

• Experience as an aerobics/fitness instructor required.
• Must possess current group fitness certification.
• CPR and First Aid certification needed within one month.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct base-wide PRT training and workshops.
• Design individual fitness programs and conduct group classes.
• Assist with front desk operations and inventory management.

Skills

Fitness Training

Nutrition Training

Group Exercise Instruction

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Education

College degree in Health, Physical Fitness or Exercise Physiology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Duties

Assists in coordinating and conducting base wide PRT training.

Works in close contact with command representatives to identify specific areas of need.

Arranges classes and provides workshops that support the command PRT program.

Provides individualized fitness and nutrition training as required by individual commands.

Conducts an ongoing variety of group fitness classes, both in the Gymnasium and the Fitness Center.

Provides certified personal training and group exercise services to active duty military as outlined in the Navy's Physical Readiness Program instruction.

Assists with the instruction of the Command Fitness Leader course and fitness related general military training.

Designs individual fitness programs utilizing exercise physiology principles.

Attends workshops and seminars presented by the Fitness Coordinator as well as training offered outside the workplace to maintain certification and introduce new programs.

Implements new training material into programs to promote the health and well-being of patrons.

Performs extra classes and appears in outside exhibitions to promote the fitness program which could result in night and weekend work.

Assists in the duties of front desk operations to include: operating cash register, signing in new members and input information into computer, unloading and stocking of new stock.

Assists in completing inventory on a monthly basis.

Assists Fitness Director and/or Coordinator with Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Series (NOFFS), Mission Nutrition Command Fitness Leader Course and other CNIC Headquarters supports/endorsed programs.

Assists in the supervision and performs custodial duties to include mopping, vacuuming, cleaning of showers, sauna, dusting, etc., as required. Custodial duties include outside areas of facilities.

Required to do laundry.

Responsible for promotion of fitness programs, creating interest and maintaining sufficient class participation.

Enforces all rules and regulations of the activity, MWR, NAS Jacksonville and higher authority elements.

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 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.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

Specialized Experience Must Demonstrate The Following

• ALL CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE ATTACHED AT TIME OF SUBMISSION TO BE CONSIDERED

College degree in Health, Physical Fitness or Exercise Physiology preferred.
Must possess previous experience as aerobics/fitness instructor and have a current group fitness certification.
Ability to competently and independently carry out fitness programs through the proper application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to satisfy needs of the community to be served.
Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced program in the recreation specialty area which meets the needs of the participating community.
Must be certified in CPR and First Aid certified within one month of employment.
Must be Personal Trainer certified by a NCCA agency within 6 months of employment.
Must be able to assess patron interests and needs. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Must be proficient in computing and various Microsoft Office programs.
Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain the following within 60 days of hire: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certification, Automated External Defibrillator Certification, Blood-borne Pathogen Training, Navy Basic Fitness Certification.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.
ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.
PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.
RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

Key Requirements/Conditions Of Employment

• You must be a US Citizen.
• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Social Security Card is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.
• A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.
Education

College degree in Health, Physical Fitness or Exercise Physiology preferred.

Additional information
Benefits

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to:

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.).
• Stability of Federal Civilian Service
• People with passion for doing work that matters
• Quality of Work Life Balance

Some positions have special requirements- Position is a non-critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII. An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.- Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450. Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.- Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.- 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.
The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to [e-mail] to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Your experience is subject to evaluation and verification against the information in your resume. The numeric rating you receive is a self-assessment only and is based on your responses to the questionnaire. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. If a determination is made that you rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, or if your resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or may be considered ineligible.

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, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

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Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Resume
• Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s)
• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) 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 a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
• Qualifying applicants with preferences are considered in the order listed above. Then all other qualifying applicants are considered.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.