Fitness/Aquatic Specialist - Facility

Fitness/Aquatic Specialist - Facility

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Newport, Rhode Island

Salary Range: $22 - $28 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is located in the Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, Fleet Readiness Department in the Fitness/Sports and Deployed Support Department The purpose of this position is to assist with fitness, sports and aquatic facility operations. The size of the installation and the number of facilities and patrons serviced determines number of personnel needed and is provided in the Statement of Difference (SOD) attached to each position description for mat installation.

Major Duties:

• Plans, organizes and conducts facility programming for the fitness program. Ensures maintenance, cleanliness and equipment for usage are maintained and ready for use. Ensures that the facility runs in an efficient and effective manner which allows the fitness director and fitness specialists to focus their efforts on training and programming. The incumbent coordinates service staff i.e. maintenance, cleaning, and gear issue ensuring facilities operate effectively. Ensures maintenance of die equipment and ensures purchases or supplies, maintenance trouble calls, daily activity reports (DARs), time cards, patron counts and other administrative operations related to running the facilities are performed so mat the supervisory staff can focus their efforts oh training, conditioning and programming. May instruct patrons in the proper use of equipment and self-monitored progress by preparing written instructions and procedures for use of equipment and safety of all users. Incumbent plans, evaluates and ensures that the fitness facility is maintained in accordance with fitness standards and meets die needs of participants. Manages the fitness facility and may be responsible for opening and closing the facility, checking user ID cards, monitoring towel usage, and returning weights and other fitness material to the proper location. Routinely inspects and cleans equipment, performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and coordinates for required major repairs on equipment located in the center. Periodically inspects and performs preventative maintenance on equipment May instruct fitness center users on proper and safe use of equipment and use of fitness resources. Provides administrative support to operate the facility as necessary. This may include but not limited to: registration of user privilege, waiver of liability forms, training schedules, development and use of computer software programs and other required records. Conducts inventories and maintains property accountability of equipment Assists in budget preparation and facility needs assessment by providing supporting data for inclusion in the overall annual budget requirements for the center. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate must possess: Experience which enables the incumbent to independently carry out maintenance of the fitness facility. Position has been designated Non-Critical sensitive. As a position of trust and ITU position, employment is conditional on the successful competition of an Access National Agency Check (ANACI). Must possess and maintain a current driver's license to drive a government vehicle in the performance of duties may be required. Knowledge gained through relevant experience, which enables the employee to competently and independently carry out continuing fitness facility usage through proper application of the principles, concepts, and techniques of fitness to the specific needs of the fitness center patrons. Knowledge of the fitness programs offered.. Skill to provide facilities and equipment that meet the physical development and recreational needs of me military and other members of the community. Knowledge of and skill in the maintenance and use of fitness equipment to maintain equipment in optimum operating condition and ability to provide instruction on safe and proper use. Skill in effectively managing and utilizing all available resources (personnel, supplies and equipment) within a fitness facility.

How to Apply: To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/19/2025 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12843684 It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Application Deadline: 2025-12-19