Job opening: Recreation Assistant (Fitness)
Salary: $14 - 17 per hour
Published at: Aug 02 2024
Employment Type: Intermittent
About the position: This position will be assigned to the Sam's Fitness Center at the Naval Weapons Station, Goose Creek, SC..
This is a Regular Full Time position offering annual/sick leave, Health/Dental and Life Insurance, 401K and Retirement.
Duties
Incumbent assesses training needs for groups and individuals eligible to patronize the Joint Base Charleston- Weapons Station Fitness Center. Performs Body composition Analyses, demonstrates proper form and techniques for using fitness equipment, to include; free weights, selectorized strength equipment and cardiovascular equipment. Monitors exercise equipment testing for individuals as well as small and large groups. Schedules various classes including; group exercise or small and large group training sessions to meet the needs of patrons. Contacts clients to set up goal setting meetings., e.g. for weight loss, improving strength and flexibility; initial physical assessment, and personal training sessions. Ensures completion of pre-exercise program forms, such as the PAR-Q or related health/physical questionnaires. Assists in off-site training on the installation with various commands. Plans, coordinates, and executes special events, such as: wight lifting competitions, endurance/fitness challenges, and road races as required. Events will be held at various times of day (early, morning, mid-day, late afternoon) and possibly weekends. Reports demographic numbers to the Fitness and Aquatics Manager and assists with evaluating the strength of current programming and developing marketing strategies to advertise programs to the installation population. Serves as point of contact for group exercise instructors that may have questions, comments, or concerns about the facility, equipment, or addressing patron concerns. Performs maintenance and/or minor repairs to fitness equipment. As a shift supervisor, ensures opening/closing front desk staff complete mandatory duties/tasks completely and correctly before departing. Tasks include, but are not limited to, point of sale paperwork is completely corrected, facility is clean and ready for opening, securing building 708, Sam's Fitness Center and building 725, Group Fitness Room, inspecting facilities for any all safety hazards and reporting any findings to supervisor and ensuring all facility or patron discrepancies have been reported to the Fitness and Aquatics Manager and/or the Fitness, Sports and Aquatics Director. Ensures completion of all training requirements for opening/closing shifts. Perform other duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12500939
Requirements
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 08/12/2024
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
4 year degree in exercise science or related program/education preferred. Must have a personal training certification from an NCCA accredited entity , ie. ACE, ACSM, Coopers, NASM, etc. or be able to obtain certification within 60 days of employment. Must have Adult CPR/First Aid certification or be able to obtain within 60 days of employment. Must possess skills to appropriately address patrons and make positive and well-received suggestions on personal fitness goals and the appropriate methods to achieve them. Must possess sufficient written communication skills to assist with compiling and preparing written documentation and reports. Point of sale/cashier skills desirable. Ability to adapt to various conditions and locales required. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a National Agency Check with Inquires (NACI). Successful completion of a pre-employment physical required.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does
allow for education substitution.
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 JB Charleston Sustainment Services Flight
628 FSS/FSCN
101 E. Hill Blvd
JB Charleston, SC 29404-5000
US
- Name: JB Charleston NAF HR Office
- Email: [email protected]
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