Workforce Specialist I (OIDD-Whitten)
State of South Carolina
Posted: February 26, 2026 (2 days ago)
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U.S. Marine Corps
Department of the Navy
Location
Jacksonville, North Carolina
Salary
$16.92 - $16.92
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves leading fitness training sessions, conducting assessments, and helping Marines, their families, and DoD civilians improve their physical health through personalized plans and proper exercise guidance.
It's a hands-on role in a supportive community environment focused on military well-being.
A good fit would be someone passionate about fitness with basic training experience and a commitment to safety and helping others stay active.
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.
What are we looking for? High school diploma or GED required. One year of experience within the health/fitness industry is preferred.
Possess and maintain a basic level personal training certification from one of the following nationally accredited certifying organizations: National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), American Council on Exercise (ACE), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), or American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
Complete and pass HITT in-house training within three months of hire.
Possess a current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross OR obtain within 6 months of hire.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of and skill to administer fitness assessments, progressive individual fitness plans and proper exercise techniques.
Knowledge of established exercise principles, concepts and techniques to plan and conduct fitness testing, interpret results and develop fitness plans. Major Duties:
What to Expect Provides physical fitness training to authorized patrons to include: Active Duty, Retirees, Family Members, and Department of Defense (DoD) Civilian employees.
Organizes and conducts physical fitness assessments to include: screening and risk stratification, measurement and evaluation of an individual's aerobic capacity, body fat percentage, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, blood pressure, and interpretation of assessment results.
Instructs patrons in proper use of exercise equipment while training and informs on methods to self-monitor progress either verbally or in writing use of equipment, safety and well-being.
Once required training for HITT Instructor-Level 2 is successfully completed and a minimum of 6 months in the Level-1 position, employee(s) will automatically be converted to HITT Instructor-Level 2 position.
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.
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