Demo

Fitness/Aquatic Specialist - Facility

Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
Newport, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2025 CLOSED ON 1/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fitness/Aquatic Specialist - Facility position at Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)?

Summary

This position is located in the Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, Fleet Readiness Department in the Fitness/Sports and Deployed Support Department The purpose of this position is to assist with fitness, sports and aquatic facility operations. The size of the installation and the number of facilities and patrons serviced determines number of personnel needed and is provided in the Statement of Difference (SOD) attached to each position description for mat installation.

Duties

Help

Plans, organizes and conducts facility programming for the fitness program. Ensures maintenance, cleanliness and equipment for usage are maintained and ready for use. Ensures that the facility runs in an efficient and effective manner which allows the fitness director and fitness specialists to focus their efforts on training and programming.

The incumbent coordinates service staff i.e. maintenance, cleaning, and gear issue ensuring facilities operate effectively.

Ensures maintenance of die equipment and ensures purchases or supplies, maintenance trouble calls, daily activity reports (DARs), time cards, patron counts and other administrative operations related to running the facilities are performed so mat the supervisory staff can focus their efforts oh training, conditioning and programming.

May instruct patrons in the proper use of equipment and self-monitored progress by preparing written instructions and procedures for use of equipment and safety of all users.

Incumbent plans, evaluates and ensures that the fitness facility is maintained in accordance with fitness standards and meets die needs of participants.

Manages the fitness facility and may be responsible for opening and closing the facility, checking user ID cards, monitoring towel usage, and returning weights and other fitness material to the proper location. Routinely inspects and cleans equipment, performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and coordinates for required major repairs on equipment located in the center. Periodically inspects and performs preventative maintenance on equipment

May instruct fitness center users on proper and safe use of equipment and use of fitness resources.

Provides administrative support to operate the facility as necessary. This may include but not limited to: registration of user privilege, waiver of liability forms, training schedules, development and use of computer software programs and other required records.

Conducts inventories and maintains property accountability of equipment

Assists in budget preparation and facility needs assessment by providing supporting data for inclusion in the overall annual budget requirements for the center.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Help

Conditions of employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)
  • Must possess and maintain a current driver's license to drive a government vehicle in the performance of duties may be required

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate must possess:

Experience which enables the incumbent to independently carry out maintenance of the fitness facility.

Position has been designated Non-Critical sensitive. As a position of trust and ITU position, employment is conditional on the successful competition of an Access National Agency Check (ANACI).

Must possess and maintain a current driver's license to drive a government vehicle in the performance of duties may be required.

Knowledge gained through relevant experience, which enables the employee to competently and independently carry out continuing fitness facility usage through proper application of the principles, concepts, and techniques of fitness to the specific needs of the fitness center patrons.

Knowledge of the fitness programs offered..

Skill to provide facilities and equipment that meet the physical development and recreational needs of me military and other members of the community.

Knowledge of and skill in the maintenance and use of fitness equipment to maintain equipment in optimum operating condition and ability to provide instruction on safe and proper use.

Skill in effectively managing and utilizing all available resources (personnel, supplies and equipment) within a fitness facility.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations 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.

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Help

Review our benefits

Salary.com Estimation for Fitness/Aquatic Specialist - Facility in Newport, RI
$44,172 to $62,260
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Fitness/Aquatic Specialist - Facility?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Fitness/Aquatic Specialist - Facility career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$34,919 - $66,373
Income Estimation: 
$80,391 - $116,527
This job has expired.
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)

  • Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Norfolk, VA
  • Summary This position is located at the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation operation at NAVAL STATION NORFOLK LOCATED IN NORFOLK, VA. The primary purpose for ... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Norfolk, VA
  • Summary This position is that of Afloat Recreation Specialist (NAF Civilian position) on board ships worldwide. The primary purpose of this position also k... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Virginia, VA
  • Summary CYP Assistants work directly with children and youth, keeping them actively engaged, well-cared for, and safe . The CYP Assistant's day includes he... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Norfolk, VA
  • Summary This position is located within Commander, Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program. The purpose of this position is to ensure prope... more
  • 13 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Fitness/Aquatic Specialist - Facility jobs in the Newport, RI area that may be a better fit.

  • Northeast Sports Training Inc Warwick, RI
  • Performance and Fitness Specialist Northeast Sports Training and Rehabilitation, Rhode Island’s premier service provider for sports performance training an... more
  • 17 Days Ago

  • RIHI The Home Improvement Specialist Warwick, RI
  • Now is your chance to join a fun and winning team in one of our key positions as a RIHI Field Marketer! Successful Field Marketers can earn in excess of $3... more
  • 13 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!