Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Director

Summary

Support the Military's Quality of Life programs! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military and civilian employees. This position is assigned to the Non‑Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, Aquatics and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Station Everett.

Duties

• Program Management (65%) – Plans, organizes, develops, implements, and manages a diverse and comprehensive fitness, sports, and aquatics program within the scope of objectives and guidelines established at higher organizational levels.
• Coordinates with city, state, other military bases, and pertinent organizations to establish a well‑rounded fitness and sports program and to effectively promote all aspects of health/wellness to the community.
• Coordinates with base organizations to ensure fitness advisory members are assigned and the bylaws and philosophy of fitness programs are thoroughly understood.
• Conducts meetings and hosts collaborative events, educational seminars, and information fairs.
• Maintains records of command participation and determines the winner of individual and base awards and makes arrangements for presentations.
• Interprets considerable data relating to program trends, costs, problems, and needs; refines or modifies program methods and techniques based on findings.
• Prepares appropriated fund (APF) and NAF budgets, which include the expenditures required to conduct the fitness, sports and aquatics programs (categories A and B).
• Monitors contract services and properly performs quality assessment and (QAE) responsibilities.
• Coordinates the use and maintenance of indoor and outdoor facilities, which may include, but is not limited to, gymnasium(s), fitness center(s), tennis court(s), swimming pool(s), softball field(s), jogging track(s), football field(s) and soccer field(s).
• Coordinates with and assists engineers on requirements related to construction of all new indoor and outdoor fitness and athletic facilities and with other base agencies regarding maintenance and repair of fitness, sports and aquatic facilities and purchase and installation of new equipment.
• Develops a five‑year facility improvement program to maintain a state‑of‑the‑art program, prepares construction plans for renovations/additions or expansion and submits work orders for all minor construction projects from inception to completion.
• Ensures inventory control of all property, equipment and supplies to protect government assets and determines replacement requirements levels.
• Takes timely and appropriate action to comply with safety, fire and environmental directions and ensures safe, healthy, contemporary, comfortable, and adequate facilities.
• Directs work to be accomplished by a staff that includes Fitness Coordinator, Sports Coordinator, Aquatics Coordinator, Fitness Facility Coordinator, Outdoor Maintenance Supervisor and other subordinate staff.
• Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.
• Conducts annual performance reviews of staff.
• Participates in MWR Fitness staffing decisions.
• Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.
• Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate corrective action(s) as necessary.
• Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; and ensures equitable treatment of all staff.

Requirements

• Must successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license for operating government vehicles.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and techniques that govern physical fitness programs, including exercise science, strength conditioning, nutrition, weight loss/control, cardiovascular endurance, exercise requirements and projected results, as would be gained through a four‑year undergraduate degree in Sports or Recreation Management or through three years of relative experience.
• Knowledge of bio‑mechanics, fitness testing and exercise prescription supplemented with a knowledge of proper procedures in the use of strength training equipment, nutrition, exercise, physical fitness programming and testing equipment.
• Skill in planning and executing a comprehensive fitness, aquatics, and/or sports program that includes a variety of fitness and aquatics activities and individual and team sports.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as related to exercise and physical fitness.
• Knowledge of military physical fitness standards and testing procedures.
• Knowledge of the physical and psychological factors that impact training, performance and recovery of individuals and team sports.
• Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties.
• Knowledge of CNIC's EEO policy and procedures.
• Knowledge of NAF and/or APF budgeting processes including ability to prepare budgets.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Knowledge of safety, fire and environmental regulations and procedures.
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Skill in developing and adapting new methods, approaches and procedures for the most effective management of a fitness program.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

Undergraduate degree or higher in general recreation, or one of the appropriate fields of recreation such as outdoor recreation; recreation and parks leadership; youth recreation; public, urban, or community recreation; special populations recreation (e.g., senior citizens, institutional, etc.); or physical education; OR 3 years' specialized experience in planning, coordinating, or implementing a fitness, aquatics and/or sports program.

Combination to Meet Specialized Experience

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to such a degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements

• Professional certification from a National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) accredited health/fitness organization.
• Competency in business and the design and delivery of exercise programs.
• At least three years of experience in the fitness industry/field for civilian personnel.

EEO and Drug‑Free Workplace

The commander, Navy Region Northwest Command is a Drug‑Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. All Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment.

Additional Information

Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Candidates may be required to obtain and maintain a Government‑issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes if selecting for travel more than twice per year.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full‑time, part‑time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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