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Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.
Learn more about this agency09/27/2022 to 10/11/2022
$19 - $19 per hour
NF 03
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
25% or less - Varies
No
Permanent -
Full-time -
Competitive
NA
Yes
No
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679814700
This position is located within the Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS), Semper Fit Division, Fitness Branch. The primary function of the position is to serve as a Fitness Program Specialist aboard Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. The program and activities serve a diverse population of active duty, retired military, family members, civilians, and other authorized customers to include the local national community in and around the installation.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Plans, organizes, and conducts a comprehensive physical fitness program that provides strength and conditioning programs for authorized patrons. Instructs individuals and groups in the proper implementation and maintenance of strength and conditioning training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, flexibility, and functional movement. Conducts the full range of physical fitness and rehabilitation assessments to include but not limited to: return to duty, injury prevention, screening and risk stratification, measurement and evaluation of an individual’s aerobic capacity, body fat percentage, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, blood pressure, functional movement screens, and interpretation of assessment results.
Analyzes physical fitness testing results and data as compared to norms. Provides instruction and consultation on proper exercise techniques to individuals and group exercise plans. Instructs patrons in the proper use of all equipment for training and self-monitored progress by preparing written or verbal instructions for use of equipment, safety and well-being. Coordinates with and maintains Unit PT schedules for command representatives to develop and implement physical fitness programming for Active Duty military personnel.
Provides personal Athletic Training services to varied population regarding age, medical status, and physical capabilities. Incumbent will work with populations deemed to be healthy and special populations consisting of; clients currently under a physician’s care or those who have a medical referral. Under the guidance of a supervisor, be able to adapt physical fitness assessments and exercise programs based on these variables.
Assists in delivery of a comprehensive Combat Fitness Program and provides instruction during High Intensity Tactical Training (HITT) Trainer courses, classes, lifting workshops and competitions. Enhances force readiness by providing proper education and training on functional fitness, injury prevention, nutrition, proper execution of prescribed exercises and other related subjects.
Researching training programs that reflect industry best practices and compliance with Marine Corps policies and regulations, to include conferences and workshops on changing technology. Researches, and benchmarks emerging trends in the physical fitness industry and observes and reports on potential impacts on the Marine Corps. Reports on performance of programs to higher authority.
Supervises employees to include: assigning and distributing work, coaching, counseling, tutoring, and mentoring employees, recommending and completing personnel actions, training employees, keeping abreast of and actively supporting the principles of the EEO program, and prevention of sexual harassment. Must be alert to alcohol abuse, and take appropriate action.
May train/lead other employees in various recreation/physical fitness-related positions. May plan and conduct recreation/physical fitness special events. Registers students, collects fees, maintains attendance and appropriate accounting records. Ensure all safety measures are observed. Assists in cleaning and maintaining exercise equipment and security of property.
Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
EVALUATIONS:
1. A minimum of two years’ experience in planning, organizing, and administering a physical fitness or athletic training program.
2. Possess and maintain a basic level group exercise, ATC, or personal trainer certification from a nationally recognized and accredited certifying organization.
3. Knowledge of established exercise physiology principles, concepts and techniques to plan and conduct fitness testing, rehab, interpret results and develop effective fitness plans.
4. Able to demonstrate knowledge of and skill to administer health screenings, fitness assessments, functional assessments, exercise prescriptions, progressive individual fitness plans, and proper exercise techniques.
5. Possess a current CPR, AED, and First Aid certificate from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or obtain within 6 months of hire.
ADDITIONAL HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Fitness or a related field appropriate to work of the position.
2. One year experience in supervision and management of health/fitness staff or equivalent leadership experience including providing work direction to other employees.
4. Current Certified Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) and Sports Performance Coach Level 1 - USA Weightlifting (USAW) or able to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a low-risk, non-sensitive Tier-1 background investigation with favorable eligibility as required.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.
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Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
Please include MONTH/YEAR and HOURS per week for all previous work experience listed on the resume. If there is no indication of time in position, we will credit the minimum.
MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (REGULAR PT/FT NF3 & Below)
All military and DoD civilian spouses are required to provide a copy of their sponsor’s orders during the application process. If a copy of the orders are not submitted during the application process, the spouse will NOT be considered as part of the military spousal preference population when being routed to the hiring manager for consideration.
** NOTE - In accordance with MCO P12000.11A there is no limit to the number of times spousal preference may be applied to referral and selection for non-continuing positions (flexible). Spouses may be simultaneously referred for continuing and non-continuing positions. Eligibility of spousal preference terminates upon acceptance or declination of an offer for a Regular Full-Time or Part-Time position, even if the spouse elects any other categories on the initial application. (Applies to all positions NF03 and below level)
LEGAL IMMIGRATION STATUS RESPONSIBILITY
**NOTE (1) In regards to your current legal residence status in Japan, it is your responsibility to maintain legal residence status and take necessary steps to retain a current Visa up until you are employed with MCCS and issued SOFA status.
**NOTE (2) For applicants with Japanese permanent residency status; in accordance with USFJI 36-2611, para. 4.2.2.1., the individual is not entitled to acquire double residency status in Japan. SOFA status will be granted once you choose one residency status and take action to relinquish Japanese permanent residency.
Required Documents:
*Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
*If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
*PCS Orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) OR Sponsor’s Letter of Employment (Civilian)
*If you are a current federal employee, please submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50/SF3434/SF2545
All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/679814700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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