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SPORTS SPECIALIST

U.S. Air Forces, Europe

Department of the Air Force

Recent

Location

Salary

$52,727 - $68,549

per year

Closes

January 13, 2026

GS-7 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $41,966 - $54,557

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-6. Bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or 1 year graduate study.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading and managing a full-year fitness and sports program at an Air Force base, including group classes, incentive activities, and facility oversight to promote health and recreation for personnel.

A good fit would be someone with experience in sports programs, strong organizational skills, and a passion for motivating others through physical activities.

It requires a mix of practical knowledge in fitness and the ability to handle budgets and reports effectively.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized experience at GS-7 level or equivalent, managing sports and fitness programs independently
  • Master's degree in physical education or related field, or two years of graduate education, or a combination of education and experience
  • Knowledge of youth sports and fitness programs, regulations, policies, and practices
  • Proficiency in budget, financial, and resource management to meet program goals
  • Skills in compiling quantitative and narrative reports based on data analysis
  • Understanding of sports rules, regulations, and ability to perform field maintenance
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, plus ability to educate on physical activity using motivational and counseling techniques

Full Job Description

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The primary purpose is to exercise second level supervisory and managerial authorities, to plan, manage, and administer a comprehensive year round base fitness and sports program and the facilities used in conducting the activities comprising the program at an Air Force installation.

The fitness program includes, as a minimum, group exercise classes, incentive programs, This position is restricted to the local commuting area of Spangdahlem.

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, for the Sports Specialist Series, 0030.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge gained through experience to carry out continuing sports and fitness programs independently and competently; Knowledge of the physical and psychological factors in individual and team sports as well as the nature, purpose, and organization of recreational and competitive individual and team sports activities.

NOTE: Your resume must show supporting detail in describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience.

OR EDUCATION: Applicants must have successfully completed a Master's or equivalent graduate degree in physical education or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D., if related.

NOTE: You must submit a copy of college transcripts.

OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a combination of qualifying specialized experience and graduate education that when combined total at least 100 percent.

NOTE: You must submit a copy of college transcripts.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in­-grade requirements to be considered eligible.

One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of youth sports and fitness programs and regulations.

Knowledge of youth sports and fitness regulatory requirements, policies, and practices.

Knowledge of budget, financial, and resources management practices and procedures in relation to meeting programs objective and goals.

Skill in compiling and composing both quantitative and narrative reports for a variety of agencies based on analyzing data and circumstances.

Knowledge of rules and regulations for sports Knowledge and ability to perform field maintenance. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Ability to provide education on physical activity using a variety of modalities to address factors such as goal setting, behavior change theories, human behavior, motivational strategies, and counseling techniques.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

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

(Continued from Summary): special events, for all customers and fitness improvement programs for military members not meeting Air Force fitness or weight standards.

The sports program includes, as a minimum, self-directed and intramural sports.

As customers request and resources allow, provide enhanced fitness programs and enhanced sports programs, e.g., extramural and varsity sports.

(Duties): Manages Comprehensive, Well-rounded Youth Sports and Fitness Program.

Asses needs and assists in budgeting of all necessary APF and NAF fund equipment, supplies, uniforms, and expenditures that support day-to-day operations, long term goals and objectives of the Youth Sports and Fitness program.

Ensures a safe and healthy environment.

Conducts regular safety, fire, health, and other required youth inspections to ensure a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment exists in the Youth Center and on Youth Programs sports fields.

Performs public relations duties; plans and manages the publicity program for the Youth Sports and Fitness Program.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/6/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/7/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 7N-AFPC-12861109-066547-NAB