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Fitness Specialist (Fitness Program Manager)

Department of the Air Force
United States Space Force
45 Force Support Squadron
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Summary


About the position: This position will be assigned to the Fitness Center on Patrick SFB, FL. This position includes the opportunity to enroll in Health and Life Insurance, 401K and Retirement, Annual and Sick Leave.

This position requires shift work to provide coverage on days, evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Scheduled hours will be a minimum of 40 hours per week. Must be able to life objects weighing up to 50 pounds.



Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
01/17/2025 to 02/17/2025
This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$18 to - $22 per hour

BOE

Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Patrick AFB, FL
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
25-5RFSVS710141
Control number
828704900

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Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

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Applicants will be reviewed and referred on the following dates: Jan 27, 2025, Feb 7, 2025, and closing on Feb 17, 2025. Announcement will close once position is filled.

Works under the general supervision of the Fitness and Sports Manager (FASM) to plan, organize, equip and manage a comprehensive fitness program for Patrick SFB and Cape Canaveral AFS including and not limited to group exercise and fitness improvement classes, incentive programs, special events, and equipment and exercise program orientations, IAW DAFI34-114 and other relevant DoD and local guidance. Develops continuity binders to maintain records of required documentation. Provides interactive supervision of programs as needed or directed. Monitors participant eligibility. Develops an annual strategic plan and robust activity calendar. Works with FSS Marketing to aggressively publicize all components of the fitness program in various media outlets for maximum awareness and participation, secure promotional sponsorship and advertising, and conduct ongoing surveillance of the eligible customer population to assess the program demand and effectiveness and customer satisfaction. Works with the Community Services Flight and Youth Center to conduct relevant joint programs and activities that can be offered through the R4R and Unite programs. Actively supports and participates in basewide events. Provides customer service and proficiency training to the recreation assistants and ensures mandated certifications are maintained. Performs facility manager duties to include weekly inspections of group exercise areas, submitting and tracking work orders until discrepancies are corrected, and monitoring repair and improvement projects. Performs weekly inspections of group exercise equipment, documents and reports issues to management. Manages group exercise, personal trainer and massage contracts to ensure statements of work, quality and safety of services, and customer satisfaction are maintained. Recruits qualified NAF contract personnel and prepares required documents. Manages and accounts for the group exercise equipment inventory. Provides budget inputs to the FASM for APF and NAF annual operations and maintenance and unfunded requirements, and prepares project and purchase documents as directed. Assists in setting up facilities and equipment for all fitness programs and special functions at both fitness centers. May serve as the manager in charge in the absence of both activity managers. May perform lifeguarding, group exercise instruction and conduct certification classes when appropriately certified. Performs customer service desk attendant duties when directed and/or scheduled and other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12672317

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • Must be able to successfully complete a physical examination and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Must possess a CPR/AED/Blood Bourne Pathogens/First Aid Certification or secure one within 30 days of employment

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, 02/17/2025

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:
Must have experience that provided a working familiarity in fitness program administration and community event coordination. A 4-year degree in a fitness, exercise science or related field, or equivalent length of specialized work experience is desired. Must possess American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/AED/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogen/Biohazard Spill certifications or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire. Competent experience with Microsoft Office software is desired. Work requires frequent physical exertion, and the incumbent must be able to frequently walk, bend, stoop and lift objects up to 50 pounds unassisted and successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam. Must be able read, write and speak English fluently and communicate effectively with patrons and coworkers. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and successfully complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries. Must be available to work nights, weekends and Holidays as required and/or directed.



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.

Additional information

Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.

  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement..
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Direct deposit is required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • A probationary period may be required.
  • Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
  • Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

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