MWR Recreation Specialist; Fitness Instructor

Summary

Incumbent works in the Commander, Navy Region, Southwest (CNRSW) Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Program under the general supervision of the designated manager. Incumbent is responsible for the management, supervision, design, administration, operation, and technical direction of a fitness facility and the fitness program within the Southwest Region.

• Plans, organizes, and conducts a physical fitness program that provides conditioning programs for authorized patrons.
• Instructs individuals and groups in the proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning and training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility training.
• Conducts micro‑fit testing, which includes measuring individuals aerobic capacities, their body fat percentage, recommended height/weight ratios, strength, flexibility, muscular endurance and blood pressure.
• Works with various command representatives in developing and implementing physical fitness programs for military personnel.
• Instructs patrons in the proper use of all equipment for training and self‑monitored progress by preparing written instruction and procedures for the performance of work, use of equipment, safety and well‑being of all involved.
• May train/lead other employees in various recreation/physical fitness‑related positions.
• Registers students, collects fees, maintains attendance and appropriate accounting records.
• Ensures all safety measures are observed.
• Responsible for care of equipment and security facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• 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.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certification is required.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency in the area of exercise science or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.

• A minimum of one‑year experience that demonstrates a working knowledge of the assigned program.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid is required.
• Nationally recognized fitness certification required or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. All Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. 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.

Non‑U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectees may be required to complete a one‑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.

In accordance with the Real  of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL , identity will need to be established by presenting an acceptable credential or acceptable source identity documents.