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Health and Fitness Specialist

Architect of the Capitol
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 1/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health and Fitness Specialist position at Architect of the Capitol?

Duties

Summary

The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, House Office Buildings, Members’ Wellness Center. Responsible for administering programs in exercise, general nutrition, stress management, and other preventive health measures to Members of Congress. Provides activities to enhance the health, physical fitness and restorative needs of the Members, including Spinning, group strength programs, individual strength and development, etc.

Requirements

Qualifications

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at General Schedule Qualification Standards. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the federal service. GS-9: Applicants must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes: Developing activities for promoting and coaching health, fitness, and restorative self-care; Conducting basic exercise programs designed for individuals; and Conducting basic health screening prior to developing an individual exercise plan (i.e. conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and/or metabolic syndrome). GS-10 Applicants must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes: Planning individual and group exercise programs that build cardiovascular endurance, neuromuscular strength and balance, flexibility, and other aspects of functional capacity attuned to the diverse interest, needs, and skill level of individuals (i.e. cardiovascular and/or strength conditioning, mobility and/or balance); and Conducting intermediate level health and physical fitness screenings prior to developing an individual exercise plan. GS-11 Applicants must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes: Developing personalized strategies for promoting and coaching health, fitness, and restorative self-care for individuals; Conducting health and physical fitness assessments prior to developing an individual exercise plan; and Leading exercises individually and in group settings (i.e. yoga and/or pilates instruction, studio cycling classes and/or group strength classes). Your application must show that you have sufficient experience to perform the duties of the position as described in the vacancy announcement.

The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at www.aoc.gov. The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Empowerment (RISE).

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