Serves as the Supervisory Recreation Specialist - Fitness Manager for the Navy Region Northwest, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, Fleet Readiness Division at Naval Station Everett. The primary purpose of the position is to plan, administer and supervise a comprehensive and diverse year-round fitness program.
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 possess the following: Knowledge gained through education and training (i.e., a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/ university in the field of recreation, sports or aquatics) Knowledge that enables the employee to competently and independently carry out fitness, aquatics, and/or sports programs through the proper application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to specific needs of the community to be served. Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policies and procedures governing the recreational activity certifications. Knowledge of both, NAF, and appropriated fund (APF) funding, government procurement procedures, cash handling procedures, fiscal, personnel, material and cash management. Knowledge of various specialty equipment, both resale and fixed assets to ensure quality material exists to enhance programs. Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and methods of procedures use in organizing, planning and conducting all types of activities. (Fitness Manager Only) Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as related to exercise and physical fitness. Knowledge of military physical fitness standards and testing procedures. Knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and techniques that govern physical fitness programs which includes knowledge of exercise science, strength conditioning, nutrition, weight loss/control, cardiovascular endurance, exercise requirements and projected results. Knowledge of biomechanics, fitness testing and exercise prescription supplemented with a knowledge of proper procedures in the use of strength training equipment, nutrition, exercise, physical fitness programming and testing equipment.
Assists in planning and implementing a comprehensive, fitness program, for active and retired military, authorized civilians, contractors, and dependents at one or more facilities. Program includes personal training, group exercise, fitness incentives, and Navy physical readiness program. Provides guidance to all Fitness Center staff in the absence of the Fitness Director. Plans, organizes and conducts fitness specific conditioning sessions, fitness assessments, clinics or seminars to train patrons. Ensures Sports Specialists (fitness) are trained and certified to lead Command physical training (PT), group exercise, and/or conduct personal training sessions. Provides guidance and recommendations on Command Physical Readiness Program as requested to the installation Command Fitness Leaders (CFL). Provides initial and refresher training for CFLs. Attends installation meetings related to the fitness program. Ensures exercise, nutrition and behavioral health education programs are incorporated into the installations fitness program. Assist in conducting training clinics. Clinics may include Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System, proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning for aerobic/anaerobic fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition, flexibility training, nutrition education and/or other specific needs. Makes and/or coordinates repairs of fitness facility equipment. Ensures all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to fitness areas are posted and observed. Serves as the subject matter expert on exercise science for the installation Performs other duties as assigned.