Job opening: FITNESS SPECIALIST NF-3
Salary: $23 - 25 per hour
Published at: Sep 05 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.
Duties
Provides professional fitness training to authorized patrons to include: Active Duty, Retirees, Family Members and Department of Defense (DoD) Civilian employees at a large command. Organizes and conducts the full range of physical fitness assessments to include but not limited to: screening and risk stratification, measurement and evaluation of an individual’s aerobic capacity, body fat percentage, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, blood pressure, functional movement screens, and interpretation of assessment results. Provides individualized and group exercise plans. Analyzes physical fitness testing results and data as compared to norms. Provides instruction and consultation on proper exercise techniques to individuals and groups, and implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive fitness program to improve aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, flexibility, and functional movement. Instructs patrons in proper use of a wide range of exercise equipment while training, and how to self-monitor progress either verbally or by composing written instructions for use of equipment, safety and well-being. Coordinates with and maintains schedules for command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness programming for Active Duty military personnel. Level 2 Specialist with the (TSAC) Tactical Strength and Conditioning and (USAW) United States Weight Lifting certification. Will be tasked with leading and assisting in Unit PT sessions, teaching group exercise classes, instructing HITT Courses, Employee Wellness Program, Semper Fit briefs, seasonal fitness programing and any other related programs that are conducted MCCS. Provides personal training services to varied population regarding age, medical status, and physical capabilities. Incumbent will work with populations deemed to be healthy and special populations consisting of; clients currently under a physician’s care or those who have a medical referral. Under the guidance of a supervisor, be able to adapt physical fitness assessments and exercise programs based on these variables. Researching training programs that reflect industry best practices and compliance with Marine Corps policies and regulations, to include conferences and workshops on changing technology. Researches, and benchmarks emerging trends in the physical fitness industry and observes and reports on potential impacts on the Marine Corps. Reports on performance of programs to higher authority. Effectively markets services, programs and events using all available resources. May register patrons, collect exercise fees, and maintain attendance and appropriate accounting records. Assists in cleaning and maintaining exercise equipment in proper condition. Assist in all fitness center operations. Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- See Duties and Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Fitness or a related field appropriate to work of the position. Possess a minimum of one years’ experience within the health/fitness industry. Possess and maintain a basic level certification from a nationally recognized and accredited certifying organization. Knowledge of established exercise physiology principles, concepts and techniques to plan and conduct fitness testing, interpret results and develop effective fitness plans. Skill to work with patrons with risk factors and or who may have been referred to by a physician. Able to demonstrate knowledge of and skill to administer health screenings, fitness assessments, functional assessments, exercise prescriptions, progressive individual fitness plans, and proper exercise techniques. Possess a current CPR, AED, and First Aid certificate from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or obtain within 6 months of hire. Possess Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification or obtain within 6 months of hire. ALL DEGREES AND CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE UPLOADED WITH APPLICATIONS FAILURE TO ATTACH REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT RECEIVE A COMPETITIVE SCORE.
Contacts
- Address SOUTH CAROLINA MCCS
MCAS PO BOX 55018
BUILDING #553
BEAUFORT, SC 299045018
USA
- Name: SOUTH CAROLINA MCCS
- Phone: 843/228-1658
- Email: [email protected]
Map