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Fitness Specialist
Commander, Navy Installations Command · Posted 11 days ago
On-site Key West, FL $26/hr Apply by Sep 18, 2026 Recreation Specialist ESFPESTP EducationTransportation
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This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Air Station JRB Fort Worth. 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.
What You'll Do
- →In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position.
- →Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.
- →MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Group Exercise (includes but not limited to): 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.
- →CFL/FEP Outreach (includes but not limited to): Provides certified personal training and group exercise services to active duty military as outlined in the Navy's Physical Readiness Program instruction.
- →Assists with the instruction of the Command Fitness Leader course and fitness related general military training.
- →Assists patrons on the fitness floor by providing training tips in order to prevent unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.
- →General (includes but not limited to): 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.
- →Assist customers by providing general fitness information, instruction on proper use of fitness equipment and program information.
Requirements
- ✓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) primary approved certification from an accredited health/fitness organization*, and b) approved certification in the physical activity or program area. *Accredited health/fitness organizations are listed per DoD MWR Fitness Standards (issued 21 July 2016).
- ✓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.
Benefits
- ★Although this position offer does not include benefits to flex employees, there are numerous perks to being a flex employee.
- ★Below are just a few of those perks you will be able to benefit from: Flexible Schedule - You are scheduled based on mission needs and your availability.
- ★Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - A FREE program provided by CNIC that is accessible to all employees, members of your family, whether in your household or not, offering 24/7/365 access to specialized private support.
- ★Access to Morale, Welfare & Recreation Programs to include Golf Courses, Marinas, Gyms/Fitness Centers, Bowling Centers, Restaurants Pools, Base libraries and more!
- ★Discounted Tickets and Travel options and outdoor recreation rentals!
- ★Shopping privileges at the Navy Exchange.
- ★Access to professional development resources!
- ★If you are scheduled and work on average 30 hours/week, you will be eligible for medical benefits.
Personality Fit
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