Sports Specialist (Fitness Instructor)
Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy
This job in plain English
This is a permanent, non-supervisory job as a fitness instructor, personal trainer or group fitness instructor at MWR Great Lakes, Illinois, for Commander, Navy Installations Command. The work is intermittent, up to 40 hours a week, mostly afternoon and evening weekday shifts with possible weekend shifts. There is 1 vacancy and the job does not require travel.
Can you apply?
Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.
- Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.
This job is open to the public. You must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or someone who owes allegiance to the United States.
What you would do
- Design, lead and teach group exercise classes such as Step, Spin and Water Aerobics
- Conduct fitness tests, including aerobic capacity, body composition, strength and blood pressure
- Provide certified personal training and group exercise to active duty military and eligible patrons
- Assist with the Command Fitness Leader course and Navy fitness outreach programs
- Keep fitness spaces and equipment clean, safe and in working order
Do you qualify for NF-3?
With education: You need a high school diploma or equivalent. The announcement says this position has no college degree requirement.
Licenses and certifications you need:
- Fitness instructor, personal trainer or certification from an accredited health or fitness organization, plus professional competence in the program area
- Group fitness instructors need a primary approved fitness certification and a certification in the specific program area
How to apply well
What to send:
- Resume showing your experience, knowledge, skills and abilities for this job
- Proof of education, training and licensure, including college transcripts if you use education to qualify
- DD-214 (Member-4 page) and supporting papers if you claim veterans' preference
- Notice of separation if you claim DOD non-appropriated fund priority consideration
- Sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate if you claim military spouse preference
- Most recent SF-50 or PAR if you are a current or former federal employee
How you will be rated: Your resume and questionnaire answers are checked to see if you meet the basic requirements. Qualified resumes are rated on knowledge, skills and abilities using a set scoring system. The best qualified applicants go to the hiring manager, and the selecting official may hold interviews.
Tips for this job:
- Your resume must clearly show your fitness experience and skills, because it is the main thing rated
- Attach your college transcripts and proof of your fitness certification with your application
- Complete the online questionnaire and upload all required documents before the 11:59 PM EST deadline on 11/13/2026
Good to know before you apply
Schedule: Intermittent, 0 to 40 hours per week. Mainly afternoon and evening weekday shifts, with possible weekend shifts as needed.
Incentives and relocation: No recruitment, relocation or retention incentive is listed, and relocation expenses are not reimbursed. The announcement lists employee perks such as free trainings and a free fitness center membership.
Conditions of employment:
- Pass all required records and background checks
- Pass the E-Verify employment check
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Work various shifts, including weekdays, weekends, holidays and special events
- Valid state driver's license required to operate motor vehicles
- REAL ID-compliant license or other accepted ID needed for base access starting May 7, 2025
- Direct deposit of pay required
- Drug-free workplace; illegal drug use can lead to removal
- Selection may be tentative until special requirements are completed
We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.
Job details
- Salary
- $20.00 – $22.00 per hour
- Pay scale and grade
- NF-3 · Nonappropriated fund
- Location
- Great Lakes, Illinois
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Work schedule
- Intermittent
- Service
- Competitive
- Openings
- 1
- Security clearance
- Other
- Travel
- Not required
- Drug test
- Not required
- Supervisory
- No
- Occupation
- Sports Specialist (0030)
- Announcement
- 27-13106897
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