The purpose of this position is to assist the Fitness Director to provide fitness training and education at the installation serviced.  The size of the installation and the number of facilities and patrons serviced determines number of personnel needed. Plans, markets and conducts ongoing fitness programs to provide conditioning for facility users.  Instructs individuals and groups in the proper conditioning and training for aerobic and muscular fitness, body composition and flexibility.  Instructs patrons in the proper use of equipment and self-monitored progress by preparing written instructions and procedures for use of equipment and safety of all users.  Incumbent plans, evaluates and ensures that the fitness program is meeting the physical development and fitness standards of authorized patrons.  Administers the fitness program, instruction on strength conditioning and instructing of fitness equipment.  The incumbent must have the ability to approach patrons on the fitness floor in order to provide training tips and correct unsafe or ineffective exercise techniques.  Assists with the management of the fitness center with responsibility for opening and closing the facility, checking user ID cards, monitoring towel usage, and returning weights and other fitness material to the proper location.  Routinely inspects and cleans equipment, performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and coordinates for required major repairs on equipment located in the center.  Periodically inspects and performs preventative maintenance on equipment.  Provides information and instruction related to nutrition, cardio respiratory and strength conditioning.  Instructs fitness center users on proper and safe use of equipment and use of fitness resources.  Assists with designing and implementing fitness programs complying with established rules and regulations. As requested, designs and monitors unstructured individualized self-paced programs for users or assists users in developing their own program.  Conducts newcomer’s orientation or equipment orientation classes to individuals or groups on a regular basis to military, family members, civilians, retirees, and others eligible to use the fitness facility.  May assist fitness instructors utilizing the facility.  Provides administrative support to operate the facility as necessary.  This may include but not limited to:  registration of user privilege, waiver of liability forms, training schedules, development and use of computer software programs and other required records.  Conducts inventories and maintains property accountability of equipment.  Assists in budget preparation and facility needs assessment by providing supporting data for inclusion in the overall annual budget requirements for the facility.  Performs other related duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

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KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• You must be a US Citizen.
• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. http://www.sss.gov
• Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.

A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. 

Qualifications

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation(CPR) and First Aid Certification
• Experience presenting to large groups of peoples
• Posses a valid driver's license issued by a U.S. state or outlying territory

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.