Recreation Assistant - Human Performance

Description:

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Branch; CNRSW San Diego, CA. Incumbent assists in supporting the mission of military readiness and resiliency through the delivery of performance and health programs that optimize physical, mental, and social well-being. Assists in conducting structured fitness and recreation activities, orientating participants to safe performance practices, and supporting health and human performance initiatives.

Requirements:

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 at least one of the following:

• Successful completion of a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major study related to recreation or physical education.
• At least 24 semester hours in courses related to recreation or physical education.
• At least 1 year of specialized experience assisting in conducting structured fitness and recreation activities.
• An equivalent combination of education and specialized experience.

A qualified candidate also possesses the following:

• Knowledge of fundamental fitness and recreation principles.
• Knowledge of practical human performance and fitness techniques and procedures to provide fitness guidance.
• Knowledge of safe exercise techniques sufficient to provide basic instruction to patrons.
• Knowledge of safe use and operation of fitness equipment, and basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
• Knowledge of human performance programs.
• Knowledge of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) policies, rules, and regulations involving the work area.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to compute charges and disperse change accurately.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Skill in motivating participants.
• Skill in instructing participants in fitness and human performance activities.
• Ability to competently and independently carry out day-to-day recreation operations.
• Ability to provide fitness equipment orientation.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Ability to complete daily reports.
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.