What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Specialist (CFL) position at Commander, Navy Installations?
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support
Program Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). Incumbent serves as a Fitness instructor, personal trainer or group fitness instructor and may perform one or a combination of the following functions within the Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Program Branch: Group Exercise, Command Fitness Leader Outreach, Fitness Enhancement Program Outreach.
A qualified candidate must possess:
· Ability to competently and independently carry out fitness programs through the proper
application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to satisfy specific 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.
· Skill and ability to provide fitness training and programming to individuals and groups
of various sizes.
· Knowledge of the safe use and operation of fitness equipment, facility operations, and
basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
· Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and provide recommended fitness program,
based on fitness goals.
· Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
· Ability to prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
· Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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
ORGANIZATIONS ACCEPTED
AAPTE - Academy of Applied Personal Training Education; ACE - American Council on Exercise
ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
ACTION Certification
CI - The Cooper Institute for Aerobic Research
CSCCA - Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches association
IFPA - International Fitness Professionals Association
ISFTA - International Sports & Fitness Trainers Association
NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
NAYS - National Alliance for Youth Sports
NCHEC - National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
NCSF - National Council on Strength and Fitness
NESTA - National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association
NETA - National Exercise Trainers Association
NFPT - National Federation of Professional Trainers
NSCA - National Strength and Conditioning Association
PTA Global, Inc.
TWCC - Training & Wellness Certification Commission
DEAC (Distance Education Accrediting Commission) Accredited Certifying Agencies
ISSA - International Sports Sciences Association
USCI - US Career Institute
· Designs, supervises, coaches, and instructs a variety of group exercise programs (e.g., Step,
Spin, Water Aerobics) inside and outside of the fitness facility.
· Provides fitness training and programming to groups of various sizes.
· Prepares written instruction and procedures for performance of work, use of equipment,
safety, and well-being of all involved.
· Provides instruction on the proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning and
training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility
training.
· Conducts fitness testing, which includes measuring aerobic capacity, body composition,
muscular strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, and blood pressure.
· Works with various command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness
programs for military personnel.
CFL/FEP Outreach (includes but not limited to):
· 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.
· Assists patrons on the fitness floor by providing training tips in order to prevent
unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.
General (includes but not limited to):
· Provides certified personal training services to all eligible patrons.
· Instructs patrons in the proper use of all equipment for training and self -monitored progress
by preparing written instructions and procedures for the performance of work, use of
equipment, safety and well-being of all involved.
· Assists customers by providing general fitness information, instruction on proper use of
fitness equipment and program information.
· Ensures fitness spaces and equipment are clean and maintained.
· Performs basic equipment maintenance and repair.
· Trains/leads other employees in various recreation/physical fitness-related positions.
· Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports.
· Stays current with latest fitness programming ideas to increase attendance and improve customer
satisfaction.
· Assists with marketing and promotion of fitness programs.
· Assists Fitness Director and/or Coordinator with Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Series
(NOFFS), Mission Nutrition Command Fitness Leader Course and other CNIC Headquarters
supported/endorsed programs.
Program Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). Incumbent serves as a Fitness instructor, personal trainer or group fitness instructor and may perform one or a combination of the following functions within the Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Program Branch: Group Exercise, Command Fitness Leader Outreach, Fitness Enhancement Program Outreach.
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:
· Ability to competently and independently carry out fitness programs through the proper
application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to satisfy specific 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.
· Skill and ability to provide fitness training and programming to individuals and groups
of various sizes.
· Knowledge of the safe use and operation of fitness equipment, facility operations, and
basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
· Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and provide recommended fitness program,
based on fitness goals.
· Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
· Ability to prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
· Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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
ORGANIZATIONS ACCEPTED
AAPTE - Academy of Applied Personal Training Education; ACE - American Council on Exercise
ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
ACTION Certification
CI - The Cooper Institute for Aerobic Research
CSCCA - Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches association
IFPA - International Fitness Professionals Association
ISFTA - International Sports & Fitness Trainers Association
NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
NAYS - National Alliance for Youth Sports
NCHEC - National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
NCSF - National Council on Strength and Fitness
NESTA - National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association
NETA - National Exercise Trainers Association
NFPT - National Federation of Professional Trainers
NSCA - National Strength and Conditioning Association
PTA Global, Inc.
TWCC - Training & Wellness Certification Commission
DEAC (Distance Education Accrediting Commission) Accredited Certifying Agencies
ISSA - International Sports Sciences Association
USCI - US Career Institute
Responsibilities:
Group Exercise (includes but not limited to):· Designs, supervises, coaches, and instructs a variety of group exercise programs (e.g., Step,
Spin, Water Aerobics) inside and outside of the fitness facility.
· Provides fitness training and programming to groups of various sizes.
· Prepares written instruction and procedures for performance of work, use of equipment,
safety, and well-being of all involved.
· Provides instruction on the proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning and
training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility
training.
· Conducts fitness testing, which includes measuring aerobic capacity, body composition,
muscular strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, and blood pressure.
· Works with various command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness
programs for military personnel.
CFL/FEP Outreach (includes but not limited to):
· 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.
· Assists patrons on the fitness floor by providing training tips in order to prevent
unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.
General (includes but not limited to):
· Provides certified personal training services to all eligible patrons.
· Instructs patrons in the proper use of all equipment for training and self -monitored progress
by preparing written instructions and procedures for the performance of work, use of
equipment, safety and well-being of all involved.
· Assists customers by providing general fitness information, instruction on proper use of
fitness equipment and program information.
· Ensures fitness spaces and equipment are clean and maintained.
· Performs basic equipment maintenance and repair.
· Trains/leads other employees in various recreation/physical fitness-related positions.
· Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports.
· Stays current with latest fitness programming ideas to increase attendance and improve customer
satisfaction.
· Assists with marketing and promotion of fitness programs.
· Assists Fitness Director and/or Coordinator with Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Series
(NOFFS), Mission Nutrition Command Fitness Leader Course and other CNIC Headquarters
supported/endorsed programs.
Salary : $21
