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Position Title: Fitness Specialist - Group Instructor
Agency: Commander, Navy Installations
Announcement Number: 25-12721697 Opens in new window
Open Period: Monday, April 7, 2025 to Monday, June 30, 2025

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you the spouse of a relocating Armed Forces member?  If yes, please confirm the following: I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor.

I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station.  I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.

NOTE 1:  Military spouses are eligible for one permanent appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location.  If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.

NOTE 2:  You must include documentation of your preference eligibility which includes: A copy of the PCS orders and your marriage certificate or license.

Failure to provide this documentation will result in a rating of ineligible.

A. Yes

B. No

1. I am willing and able to travel away from my duty location.

A. Yes

B. No

2. I am willing and able to lift and/or carry loads/items up to 50 pounds.

A. Yes

B. No

Thank you for your interest in working for the Fitness Center in Navy Region Northwest. Please answer the following questions as they best relate to your professional experience. All transcripts, diplomas, and/or certifications must be included in the application to ensure applicants meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Failure to include those will result in an ineligible rating.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

1. Do you currently possess your high school diploma/GED equivalent? Copies of transcript/diploma must be uploaded in order to be considered for this position.

A. Yes

B. No

2. Please select the option as it best relates to your educational and/or professional experience. Copies of transcript/diploma must be uploaded in order to be considered for this position.

A. I have a four-year undergraduate or Master's degree in Recreation, health and fitness field, or another appropriate field of recreation such as Outdoor Recreation, Recreation and Parks Leadership, Wild Land Management, Natural Resources Recreation, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, or a Health-related field.

B. I have four or more years of specialized experience in the health and fitness field. Specialized experience includes, but is not limited to planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, or evaluating community, industrial, outdoor, institutional, or other recreational programs; Planning, establishing, or evaluating a recreational curriculum for junior college or higher academic levels; Instructing in the principles and techniques of recreational program planning and management; Serving in a leadership role in the programs and activities of local, regional, and/or national recreational organizations; Personal training or group fitness instructor.

C. I have a combination of education and specialized experience in the health and fitness field that equates to at least a four-year undergraduate degree. Specialized experience includes, but is not limited to planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, or evaluating community, industrial, outdoor, institutional, or other recreational programs; Planning, establishing, or evaluating a recreational curriculum for junior college or higher academic levels; Instructing in the principles and techniques of recreational program planning and management; Serving in a leadership role in the programs and activities of local, regional, and/or national recreational organizations; Personal training or group fitness instructor.

D. I do not have a degree in Recreation or other health related field, four or more years of specialized experience, or a combination of those.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

3. Do you currently possess a Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer or Certification from NCCA accredited health/fitness organization. Copies of your certifications must be included in your application in order to be considered for this position.

A. Yes

B. No

4. A primary certification with elements of group fitness from one of the following accepted accredited health or fitness organizations is required for this position. This may include group fitness relating, but not limited to, yoga, barre, cycling, aquatics, etc. Please select the agency where your certification is obtained from. Copies of your certification must be included in your application in order to be considered for this position.

5. What is your experience in providing fitness training and programming to individuals and groups?

A. No experience.

B. Some experience working with small groups or individuals.

C. Regularly lead fitness programs for various group sizes.

D. Extensive experience developing and leading customized training programs for diverse groups.

6. What is your level of experience with the safe use, operation and maintenance of fitness equipment?

A. No experience.

B. Basic knowledge, but limited hands-on experience.

C. Regularly used and maintain equipment.

D. Extensive experience in equipment operation, maintenance, and training others.

7. What is your experience level with Microsoft Office Programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)?

A. No experience with the above.

B. 1-2 years of experience with the above.

C. 3-4 years of experience with the above.

D. 5+ years of experience with the above..

8. How would you rate your ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing?

A. Limited communication experience.

B. Comfortable with basic communication but need improvement.

C. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

D. Excellent communicator with experience in professional writing and public speaking.

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