Physical Exercise Specialist

Position:
Physical Exercise Specialist

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re a proud community supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and families. Physical Exercise Specialists lead reconditioning programs for members affected by medical conditions, improving functional abilities and operational readiness. This role supports local teams, promotes healthy practices, and collaborates with health services practitioners.

• Lead reconditioning programs for members with medical conditions, improving functional abilities.
• Design gender‑specific programs supporting reconditioning, injury prevention, and readiness.
• Provide expertise in training and professional development for local team.
• Support Health Promotion partners through initiatives such as educational programs and events.

• Bachelor’s degree Physical Education, Human Kinetics, Exercise Physiology, or related field.
• Current Certified Exercise Physiologist (CSEP‑CEP) or eligibility to obtain it; internal certification opportunity provided.
• Equivalent CSEP‑CEP from American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) considered.
• Current National Lifeguard Service Certificate (NLS) qualification.
• Experience in developing, implementing and delivering physical fitness programs; conducting training sessions.
• Experience in communications for professional and public audiences; adult education facilitator.

English essential; bilingual (English and French) asset.

• Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life, disability insurance.
• Flexible work options, wide range of paid/unpaid leave.
• A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and group savings plans.
• Professional association membership payment, online learning, Linked In Learning subscription, second language training.
• Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Physical fitness test (FORCE Evaluation) required; must achieve minimum level of Bronze. On‑site position with assigned work location. Start date ASAP.