USAJOBS · 2 hours ago
MWR Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Fitness Program Manager)
San Diego, CA , USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$73K/yr - $77K/yr
3+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a MWR Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Fitness Program Manager) who is responsible for the development and oversight of fitness programming at the Naval Base San Diego. The role includes managing and supervising fitness facilities and programs, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating with various organizations to promote health and wellness in the community.
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Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, develops, implements, and manages a diverse and comprehensive fitness, sports, and aquatics program, within the scope of objectives and guidelines established at higher organizational levels, to include related facilities (e.g., group exercise classes; self-directed fitness sports, and aquatics programs; aquatics programs; incentive programs; special events; intramural, extramural and varsity sports; instructional programs; and awareness and education programs)
Coordinates with city, state, other military bases, and pertinent organizations in establishing a well-rounded fitness and sports program and to effectively promote all aspects of health/wellness to the community
Coordinates with base organizations to ensure fitness advisory members are assigned and the bylaws and philosophy of fitness programs are thoroughly understood
Conducts meetings and hosts collaborated events/educational seminars/information fairs, etc
Maintains records of command participation and determines the winner of individual and base awards and makes arrangements for presentations
Interprets considerable data relating to program trends, costs, problems, and needs; refines or modifies program methods and techniques based on findings
Prepares appropriated fund (APF) and NAF budgets, which include the expenditures required to conduct the fitness, sports and aquatics programs (categories A and B)
Monitors contract services and properly performs quality assessment and evaluation (QAE) responsibilities
Completes local needs assessments and/or local surveys annually to determine customer needs and incorporates these finding into the annual program plan
Coordinates with marketing staff to plan and develop promotional advertising, commercial sponsorship, and publicity strategies
Assists local Command Fitness Leaders (CFL) in conducting and administering safe and proper Physical Readiness Tests
Solicits, interviews, selects, and directs volunteers and contract instructors for activities and specialty programs
Maintains appropriate records and submits deserving volunteers for recognition through the base volunteer recognition program
Reviews research publications and health journals to ensure currency in methodology and philosophy in the area of health and fitness (e.g., exercise physiology, life-style management, nutrition, and physical conditioning)
Ensures the program meets or exceeds industry standards as established by governmental and private organizations such as the Cooper Institute, Presidents Council on Physical Fitness, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Department of Defense (DoD), American College of Sports Medicine, etc
Coordinates the use and maintenance of indoor and outdoor facilities, which may include but is not limited to, gymnasium(s), fitness center(s), tennis court(s), swimming pool(s), softball field(s), jogging track(s), football field(s) and soccer field(s) to accommodate the comprehensive installation fitness, aquatics, and sports programs
Coordinates with and assists engineers on requirements related to construction of all new indoor and outdoor fitness and athletic facilities. Coordinates with Naval Facilities Engineering Command, and other base agencies (e.g., Safety Office) regarding requirements for maintenance and repair of fitness, sports and aquatic facilities and purchase and installation of new equipment
Develops a five-year facility improvement program to maintain a state of the art program, prepares construction plans for renovations/additions or expansion and submits work orders for all minor construction projects from inception to completion
Ensures inventory control of all property, equipment and supplies to protect government assets and determines replacement requirements levels
Takes timely and appropriate action to comply with safety, fire and environmental directions and ensures safe, healthy, contemporary, comfortable, and adequate facilities
Directs work to be accomplished by a staff that includes Fitness Coordinator, Sports Coordinator, Aquatics Coordinator, Fitness Facility Coordinator, Outdoor Maintenance Supervisor and other subordinate staff
Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities
Conducts annual performance reviews of staff
Participates in MWR Fitness 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; and ensures equitable treatment of all staff
Qualification
Required
Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
The work requires standing, sitting, walking and lifting 50 pounds or more while performing duties
Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift, late shift, evenings, weekends and holidays when the need arises
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certification is required
Certification from a nationally recognized agency in the area of exercise science or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of employment
Knowledge that enables the employee to competently and independently carry out fitness 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 biomechanics, 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 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
a four-year degree in exercise science or a related field for civilian personnel
professional certification by an accredited health/fitness organization
at least three years of experience in the fitness industry/field for civilian personnel
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification
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