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Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Fitness Coordinator)

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
CNREURAFCENT Naval Station Rota N921
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Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Station Rota, Spain. Incumbent serves as a Program Manager in the Branch and assists with the oversight of Fitness.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
08/01/2025 to 08/15/2025
Salary
$52,205 to - $67,865 per year
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Rota, Spain
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
4
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
EUR25-186
Control number
842224100

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Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens Worldwide, including local U.S. Citizens that are 1) Current permanent NAF/APF employees; or 2) Spouses of active duty military members; or 3) Family members of active duty military member; or 4) Family members of DoD civilians

Duties

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Fitness:

Assists in planning and implementing a comprehensive, fitness program, for active and retired military, authorized civilians, contractors, and dependents at one or more facilities.

Program includes personal training, group exercise, fitness incentives, and Navy physical readiness program.

Provides guidance to all Fitness Center staff in the absence of the Fitness Director.

Plans, organizes and conducts fitness specific conditioning sessions, fitness assessments, clinics or seminars to train patrons.

Provides guidance and recommendations on Command Physical Readiness Program as requested to the installation Command Fitness Leaders (CFL).

Provides initial and refresher training for CFLs.

Attends installation meetings related to the fitness program.

Ensures exercise, nutrition and behavioral health education programs are incorporated into the installations fitness program.

Assist in conducting training clinics. Clinics may include Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System, proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning for aerobic/anaerobic fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition, flexibility training, nutrition education and/or other specific needs.

Makes and/or coordinates repairs of fitness facility equipment.

Ensures all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to fitness areas are posted and observed

Serves as the subject matter expert on exercise science for the installation.

Program Management and Administration:

Plans and coordinates the details of recurring and non-recurring activities, special events and joint community undertakings within the assigned program(s) to make maximum use of resources, consistent with military mission and with the principles of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program development.

Assists the Fitness Program Director in periodically updating the departmental strategic plan and reports.

Assists in projecting income derived from fees and charges. Monitors inventories, cost controls, patron counts and maintains related records and reports.

Seeks ways to directly connect departmental plans to current CNIC, MWR priorities including recruitment and retention.

Coordinates program efforts with other Fitness Division team members.

Works closely with other MWR departmental personnel in regard to scheduling, supervision, and facility guidelines.

Identifies installation and MWR target groups with whom special programs may be co­sponsored.

Assists in developing and maintaining a comprehensive pub! icity and marketing plan to include public relation duties (e.g., preparing and distributing flyers, press releases, brochures, etc.).

Arranges for equipment, supplies and services needed to accomplish scheduled programs and makes recommendations for improvements.

Ensures programs, operations, and use of equipment are conducted within all prescribed sanitation, and health and safety regulations, standards, and guidelines.

Assists in implementing an effective written safety/risk management plan and procedures for emergency care for participants; schedules training/certification classes in First Aid/CPR training for appropriate personnel.

Conducts regular safety inspections of the facilities, and reports concerns to the immediate supervisor.

Prepares training manuals/material, operating manuals, and conducts staff meetings and training.

Schedules recreation facilities and supervises condition of facilities.

Provides clerical support, program registration, answers telephones, and maintains correspondence with other divisions or agencies; responds to public inquiries about the facility.

Assists with reservations, contracts, and access list for various fitness, sports, and aquatics facilities.

Supervisory duties:

Directs work to be accomplished by staff.

Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.

Conducts annual performance reviews of staff.

Participates in section staffing decisions.

Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.

Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary.

Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understand and adhere to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable.

Directly supervises assigned staff.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.
  • Incumbent is subject to work an uncommon tour of duty to meet program requirements including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • May work with hazardous material (e.g., cleaning agents, gas, etc.).
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
  • Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain the following within 90 days of hire: Blood-borne Pathogen Certification AND Navy Basic Fitness Certification
  • Incumbent must possess and maintain: CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.

Qualifications

The Fitness Program Manager is a supervisory position responsible for development and oversight of fitness programming. While elements (a) through (c) are preferred, a combination of two of these elements may sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as program director:

a) a four-year degree in exercise science or a related field for civilian personnel;
b) professional certification by an accredited health/fitness organization; and
c) at least three years of experience in the fitness industry/field for civilian personnel.

Incumbent must possess and maintain:
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification

Knowledge that enables the employee to competently and independently carry out fitness, aquatics, and/or sports programs through the proper application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to specific needs of the community to be served.

Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policies and procedures governing the recreational activity certifications.

Knowledge of both, NAF, and appropriated fund (APF) funding, government procurement procedures, cash handling procedures, fiscal, personnel, material and cash management.

Knowledge of various specialty equipment, both resale and fixed assets to ensure quality material exists to enhance programs.

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as related to exercise and physical fitness.

Knowledge of military physical fitness standards and testing procedures.

Knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and techniques that govern physical fitness programs which includes knowledge of exercise science, strength conditioning, nutrition, weight loss/control, cardiovascular endurance, exercise requirements and projected results.

Knowledge of bio-mechanics, fitness testing and exercise prescription supplemented with a knowledge of proper procedures in the use of strength
training equipment, nutrition, exercise, physical fitness programming and testing equipment.

Skill in planning and executing a comprehensive fitness, aquatics, and/or sports program that includes a variety of fitness and/or aquatics activities and/or individual and team sports which meets the needs of the participating community.

Skill in effectively organizing and utilizing available community resources.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs ( e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and other operating systems used in the program area.

Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.

Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties.

Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

Selectees initially recruited from the United States or who are already on a Transportation Agreement may be entitled to transportation and moving costs for themselves and their family members. Household goods may be shipped and a Living Quarter Allowance (LQA), is paid to cover monthly housing and utility costs.

Applicants recruited from the United States are entitled to a tax-free Post Allowance (PA) In addition, incumbents are authorized use of the Navy Exchange, Defense Commissary and MWR programs. Additional information will be provided upon selection.

For useful information concerning living and working in Rota, Spain, please consult https://cnreurafcent.cnic.navy.mil/Installations/NAVSTA-Rota/

The Department of Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they require reasonable accommodation should call 011-39-081-568-5612 or e-mail their request to usn.naples.cnr-eurafcentnpl-it.mbx.n9-naf-human-resources@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration. The decision to grant an accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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.

Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements.

Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume.

The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews'

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

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