Job opening: RECREATION SPECIALIST
Salary: $53 105 - 69 035 per year
Published at: Jul 28 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
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The primary purpose of this position is to assist Fitness Center Director/Operations Manager in the planning, managing, and administering of a comprehensive year-round Wing fitness program.
Air Combat Command, 70th Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing, 707th Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group, 707 Force Support Squadron, Sustainment Services Flight, Ft George G. Meade, Md.
Duties
Plans, organizes, and assists in diverse and comprehensive physical fitness programs which include group exercise classes and self-directed fitness programs, including personal fitness training, incentive programs, special events, and instructional programs.
Implements, monitors, and is responsible for the administration of the personal training exercise program.
Assists Fitness Director by providing projected resources needed to execute Commander's Cup program, exercise classes, and other fitness program objectives for inclusion in the annual appropriated fund (ADF) budget.
Develops and prepares publicity announcements and promotes activities and responsible for the organization of the Commander's Cup.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
- TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID.
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
- Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
- Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
- The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
- The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
- The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. A valid driver?s license is required for the position.
- Must meet and maintain applicable eligibility criteria and mandatory trainings/certifications IAW AFI 34-266, Air Force Fitness and Sports Programs.
- Incumbent must be able to do moderate lifting and carrying (up to 50 lbs.) for short distances, and reach above the shoulders.
- Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
- Must have an Air Force approved primary fitness certification (American College of Sports Medicine, National Strength and Conditioning Association, National Academy of Sports Medicine, National Exercise Trainers Association or similar recommended).
- A college degree in physical education, exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, health education, or a related field is highly desirable.
Qualifications
This is a GG-07 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-07 duties for the "Technician/Administrative" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GG-07 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- general recreation, or one of the appropriate fields of recreation such as outdoor recreation; recreation and parks leadership; wild land recreation management; natural resources recreation; youth recreation; public, urban, or community recreation; special populations recreation (e.g., senior citizens, institutional, etc.); or physical education.
or
Specialized Experience: Experience that demonstrated the ability to apply the principles of one or more specialty areas of recreation. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:
Planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, or evaluating community, industrial, outdoor, institutional, or other recreational programs.
Planning, establishing, or evaluating a recreational curriculum for junior college or higher academic levels.
Instructing in the principles and techniques of recreational program planning and management.
Serving in a leadership role in the programs and activities of local, regional, and/or national recreational organizations.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: knowledge (acquired through a pertinent baccalaureate educational program or equivalent in training or experience) of basic principles, concepts, and techniques of physical fitness and exercise programs including knowledge of exercise science, strength conditioning, nutrition, weight loss/control, cardiovascular endurance, and exercise prescription; of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology as related to exercise and physical fitness; assessment principles and procedures, and exercise testing equipment. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.
OR
EDUCATION:
Have successfully completed one full academic year of graduate level education with a major study in general recreation, or one of the appropriate fields of recreation such as outdoor recreation; recreation and parks leadership; wild land recreation management; natural resources recreation; youth recreation; public, urban, or community recreation; special populations recreation (e.g., senior citizens, institutional, etc.); or physical education. or I am claiming Superior Academic Achievement. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts.
OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Have less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however, I have completed some graduated-level education which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. Therefore, I have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of physical fitness programs including knowledge of exercise science, strength conditioning, nutrition, weight loss/control, cardiovascular endurance, and exercise prescription; of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology as related to exercise and physical fitness; assessment principles and procedures, and exercise testing equipment.
2. Knowledge of fitness and exercise program design to plan, implement, and conduct individual and group fitness programs that will improve the military member's fitness level, allow compliance with personal fitness standards, and encourages program participation to increases unit cohesion.
3. Knowledge of program and facilities management, safety, fire, and environmental regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to estimate and track budgetary requirements, plan along creative or original lines and work with supervisors and non-supervisory employees who have a variety of fitness backgrounds.
4. Skill and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in order to establish and maintain effective working relationships; promote and report on the program; resolve problems; and answer questions relating to the program.
5. Ability to perform and conduct training on performing individual health risk appraisals, comprehensive fitness assessments, and proper exercise techniques for cardiovascular and resistance equipment.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you
MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click
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FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Contacts
- Address IC - Air Force DCIPS
550 C Street W
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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