Recreation Assistant (Fitness)

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is located at the Buckley Space Force Base Fitness Center. This position is considered Regular Full Time. The position is guaranteed 35 hours.

As a regular employee you are eligible to accrue leave and are eligible for benefits, including Medical, Life Insurance, 401(k), and Retirement.

The starting pay rate for this position is $20.01 per hour. Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.

An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 05/03/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Must be a Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor. Qualified to personally train patrons and teach classes at the Buckley SFB Fitness Center.

Fitness Industry experience preferred. Six months of specialized experience in a fitness center preferred, but not required.

Must possess a personal training certification by a DoD recognized organization (e.g.

NCCA, AAPTE, ACE, ACSM, ACTION, CI, CSCCa, IFPA, ISFTA, NASM, NCHEC, NCSF, NESTA, NETA, NFPT, NSCA, PTA Global, TWCC, DEAC, ISSA, ISCI).

Must possess experience that has provided a knowledge of standardized body of rules, procedures and operations related to one or more indoor/outdoor recreation function in order to perform the required activities in a fitness and sports environment.

Knowledge of general office admin and clerical procedures, and automation functions to support office operations.

Must have documented 50 hours of individual personal training or group exercise leadership. Subject to work an uncommon tour of duty.

Must satisfactorily complete a physical examination within 60 days of hire. Must satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check (NAC). Position is a Position of Trust.

Must be able to read, write, and speak English You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Major Duties:

Performs a variety of duties in support of the day-to-day operations of the fitness center. Maintains order and enforces policy, procedures and safety rules for the fitness center.

Types of duties include but are not limited to preparing the facility for operating or close and securing facility at night.

Prepares league schedules, promotes programs and maintains standing and changes. Maintains reservation system for sports courts and fields.

Receives, stores and issues a variety of recreation supplies and equipment. Inventories, maintains simple inventory records, initiates actions to restock low supplies, and displays checkout items.

Assists with maintenance of lockers. Checks locker rooms and restrooms for cleanliness and cleans areas of the gym as required. Complies with safety, fire and facility cleanliness procedures.

Provides preventative maintenance and makes minor repair and cleaning of equipment as necessary.

Assists in the physical conditioning programs by demonstrating equipment, methods and procedures to be used as well as proper safety techniques.

Serves as an exercise weight assistant in areas of resistance strength training and exercise. Assists in the development of individual and group exercise and weight training programs.

Instructs group fitness classes and serves as a personal trainer. Advises patrons on proper workout programs. Collects fees for services and resale merchandise.

Prepares daily cashier reports and consolidated activity reports. Applies appropriate cash protection procedures, ensures all monies are recorded and safeguarded and deposits funds.