Incumbent works in the Commander, Navy Region, Southwest (CNRSW) Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Program under the general supervision of the designated manager. Incumbent is responsible for the management, supervision, design, administration, operation, and technical direction of a fitness facility and the fitness program within the Southwest Region.

Requirements

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• The work requires standing, sitting, walking and lifting 50 pounds or more while performing duties.
• Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift, late shift, evenings, weekends and holidays when the need arises.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certification is required.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency in the area of exercise science or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

One-year experience in a fitness center. Knowledge of various strength training machines and cardiovascular fitness equipment. Ability and knowledge to perform minor repairs and maintenance of exercise equipment. Experience with exercise physiology, exercise prescription for apparently healthy populations and for individuals with physical problems/conditions (hypertension, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, pulmonary restrictions , musculoskeletal problems, chronic back pain and pregnancy), exercise and medication interactions, electrocardiography, kinesiology, anatomy and nutrition. Minimum of one year experience conducting graded exercise test on a stationary bike or treadmill with an electrocardiogram (EKG), performing body composition, lung function, flexibility, blood cholesterol and strength assessments. One-year experience counseling individuals on their results and recommending fitness and lifestyle changes to make healthful changes. Must be able to identify disease-related risk factors and be capable of assisting individuals with risk factor modification through exercise, diet, stress management, and other lifestyle changes. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of all programs and to make recommendations for improving or correcting them. Ability to develop and customize presentations and address groups. Ability to speak to individuals/groups regarding fitness and lifestyle modification is required. Ability to maintain records and reports, follow verbal and written instructions, and communicate effectively with others.

Education

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Exercise Physiology or Fitness and Nutritional Sciences is required or 4 years of related experience.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency such as the American College of Sports Medicine, American Council on Exercise, or Cooper Clinic for Aerobic Research in the area of exercise science or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.

Contacts

• Address NAS Fallon 4755 Pasture Road, Building 309, Rm#33 Fallon, NV 89496 US
• Name: Yasmeen Nixon
• Phone: 775-426-2867
• Email: [email protected]