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RECREATION ASSISTANT (GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR), NF-0189-02

Department of the Navy
U.S. Marine Corps
MCCS LEJEUNE-NEW RIVER
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Summary

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.

Overview

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Job closed
Open & closing dates
06/11/2025 to 07/14/2025
Salary
$16.66 to - $16.66 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 02
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Jacksonville, NC
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
25% or less - Varies
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Shift work
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
NA
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Announcement number
73351
Control number
838638600

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Clarification from the agency

Open to Public

Duties

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What to Expect

  • Primary responsibility is to design, choreograph, and teach a variety of safe fitness classes focused on complementing combat readiness, transitional readiness, and mental preparation for the military community and authorized customers at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
  • Additional responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to the following: Assist in performing housekeeping tasks to ensure proper appearance, cleanliness, and safety of assigned area.
  • Ensures all safety procedures and regulations are observed by participants.
  • Provides support for scheduled Group Exercise classes, unit physical training, special events, and Semper Fit activities.
  • Ensure all fitness classes meet the requirements set forth in the in-house training program, the Semper Fit Fitness Program and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines. 
  • May be assigned to any Semper Fit facility as a temporary or permanent basis as needed.  May be required to work a fluctuating work schedule to complete the mission, to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

  • One year of experience in fitness instruction in a group setting is preferred.
  • Certification in group exercise is required from an accredited organization American Council on Exercise (ACE), Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA), and American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
  • Training and education in work place wellness and/or lifestyle behaviors. Holds 1 or more "specialty" certifications such as NCCPT Indoor Cycling, Strength & Conditioning, TRX, Kettlebell, Yoga Alliance, Barre, Pilates Method Alliance is preferred. 
  • Holds a nationally accredited personal training certification recognized by Headquarters Marine Corps, such as ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA is preferred. 
  • CPR and First Aid certification is required, or ability to acquire CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of employment.
  • Ability to develop, modify, and implement fitness classes in two or more training modalities is required (e.g., basic strength training, choreographed strength training, kickboxing, suspension training, circuit training, dance, yoga, cycle, muscle recovery, aquatic exercise, and myofascial release).
  • Ability to teach indoor and outdoor classes.  

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, 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.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Tier 1 (T1) Level Background Check Investigation. For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws.

Vacancies may be filled by methods other than internal competitive procedures when it appears that the best qualified person can be obtained from other sources. To be considered for non-competitive appointment (e.g. transfer eligible or reinstatement eligible) you must list your current/former highest previous permanent grade held as a regular part-time or full-time department of defense non-appropriated fund employee.  

Individuals selected from a vacancy announcement advertised for a flexible position may be changed to part-time or full-time at management's discretion without further competition.

CONTACT US:
For any questions and/or any technical difficulties navigating through or using the Career Page send an email to vacancies.lejeune@usmc-mccs.org or contact us at (910) 451- JOBS (5627). Applications nor documents will not be accepted via email.

How you will be evaluated

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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