This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Program Branch; Naval Station Mayport. 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 (CFL) Outreach, Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP) Outreach.
In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: 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.
Per DoD MWR Fitness Standards (issued 21 July 2016) this position is responsible for designing individual and/or group exercise programs as well as supervising, coaching, and instructing exercise in or outside of the fitness facility. The three elements below sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as a fitness instructor/personal trainer instructor and MUST provide them with application.
a) a high school diploma or equivalent b) fitness instructor, personal trainer or certification from an accredited health/fitness organization* c) professional competence in the physical activity program or area.
The two elements below sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as a group fitness instructor and MUST provide with application: a) a high school diploma or equivalent b) a primary certification from an accredited health/fitness organization* or a certification from a commercial/industry health/fitness organization approved by the Service HQ in the specific physical activity program in which they instruct (e.g. yoga, cardio dance programs)**.
imh 06/02/2021 *Accredited health/fitness organizations are listed per DoD MWR Fitness Standards (issued 21 July 2016)**Approved certifications are included in CNIC ltr 1710 Ser N9/21U177 of 13 Apr 21, enclosure (1). imh 06/02/2021 Staff qualifications will vary significantly, depending on the type of participant accepted by the facility.
Facilities that offer programs designed to appeal to children, older participants or to participants with known health problems; the staff should have special qualifications, usually an advanced, clinically oriented certification from a nationally recognized professional organization.
This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.
The posted pay range is $22 – $22/hr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-21.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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