Job opening: Fitness Specialist Group Exercise Instructor (GEI)
Salary: $20 - 23 per hour
Published at: Nov 30 2023
Employment Type: Intermittent
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support
Program Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command; NS Newport RI. 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.
Duties
· 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.
· 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.
Requirements
- Must pass all applicable records and background check.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate possess the following:
· Ability to competently and independently carry out fitness programs through the proper
application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to satisfy specific needs
of the community to be served.
· Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced program in the recreation specialty area
which meets the needs of the participating community.
· Skill and ability to provide fitness training and programming to individuals and groups
of various sizes.
· Knowledge of the safe use and operation of fitness equipment, facility operations, and
basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
· Ability to conduct accurate fitness testing and provide recommended fitness program,
based on fitness goals.
· Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
· Ability to prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
· Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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:
a) a high school diploma or equivalent;
b) fitness instructor, personal trainer or certification from an accredited health/fitness organization*; and
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:
a) a high school diploma or equivalent; and
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)**.
*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).
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.
Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain the following within 60 days of hire:
· Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certification
· Automated External Defibrillator Certification
· Blood-borne Pathogen Training
· Navy Basic Fitness Certification
Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required
ORGANIZATIONS ACCEPTED
AAPTE - Academy of Applied Personal Training Education; ACE - American Council on Exercise
ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
ACTION Certification
CI - The Cooper Institute for Aerobic Research
CSCCa - Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches association
IFPA - International Fitness Professionals Association
ISFTA - International Sports & Fitness Trainers Association
NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
NAYS - National Alliance for Youth Sports
NCHEC - National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
NCSF - National Council on Strength and Fitness
NESTA - National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association
NETA - National Exercise Trainers Association
NFPT - National Federation of Professional Trainers
NSCA - National Strength and Conditioning Association
PTA Global, Inc.
TWCC - Training & Wellness Certification Commission
DEAC (Distance Education Accrediting Commission) Accredited Certifying Agencies
ISSA - International Sports Sciences Association
USCI - US Career Institute
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Contacts
- Address NAVSTA Newport RI
1297 Bushnell Street
Newport, RI 02841
US
- Name: CNRMA NAF HRO
- Email: [email protected]
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