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MWR Recreation Specialist (Fitness Instructor)
Commander, Navy Installations Command
Department of the Navy
Location
Coronado, California
Salary
$23.05 - $24
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).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading fitness classes, creating personalized workout plans, and performing health assessments like body fat measurements and strength tests at a Navy base gym in California.
It supports military personnel and their families by promoting physical health through safe, effective exercise programs.
A good fit would be someone passionate about fitness with teaching experience and a commitment to safety in a team-oriented military environment.
Key Requirements
- At least one year of experience in physical fitness or recreation programs
- Nationally recognized fitness certification (e.g., ACSM, ACE, or NASM)
- CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
- Ability to plan, organize, and instruct group and individual fitness sessions
- Skills in conducting fitness assessments like aerobic capacity, body fat, and strength testing
- Knowledge of exercise equipment use, safety protocols, and facility maintenance
- Experience working with military or group fitness programs preferred
Full Job Description
This position is located in the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) at Peak Performance Fitness Center on Naval Base Coronado under the general supervision of the designated manager.
A minimum of one-year experience that demonstrates a working knowledge of the assigned program. Certification in CPR and First Aid is required or be able to obtain within 90 days of employment.
Nationally recognized fitness certification required. Major Duties:
Plans, organizes, and conducts a physical fitness program that provides conditioning programs for authorized patrons.
Instructs individuals and groups in the proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning and training programs for aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and flexibility training.
Conducts micro-fit testing, which includes measuring individual's aerobic capacities, their body fat percentage, recommended height/weight ratios, strength, flexibility, muscular endurance and blood pressure.
Works with various command representatives in developing and implementing physical fitness programs for military personnel.
Instructs patrons in the proper use of all equipment for training and self-monitored progress by preparing written instruction and procedures for the performance of work, use of equipment, safety and well-being of all involved.
May train/led other employees in various recreation/physical fitness-related positions. Registers students, collects fees, maintains attendance and appropriate accounting records.
Ensure all safety measures are observed. Responsible for care of equipment and security of facilities. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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