Supervisory Recreation Specialist; Fitness

Overview

This position has oversight of the Fitness, Sports and Aquatics programs at the installation. The primary purpose of this position is to plan, manage, and administer a comprehensive, year-round fitness, recreational sports, and aquatics program, and the associated facilities used in conducting these programs. Programs serve active duty, reserve, and retired military; their family members; civilians; and other authorized customers.

Summary and Overview details are combined here for clarity; this position accepts applications during the open period listed below.

• Open & closing dates: 02/04/2026 to 02/14/2026
• Salary: $62,610 to $68,871 per year
• Pay scale & grade: NF 4
• Location:
  
  Annapolis, MD (1 vacancy)
• Remote job:
  No
• Telework eligible:
  No
• Travel Required:
  
  Not required
• Relocation expenses reimbursed:
  Yes - You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
• Appointment type:
  Permanent - Eligible for benefits
• Work schedule:
  
  Full-time - Varied work schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Service:
  Competitive
• Supervisory status:
  Yes

Program Management (65%):
Plan, organize, develop, implement, and manage a diverse and comprehensive fitness, sports, and aquatics program and related facilities. Coordinate with city, state, other military bases, and pertinent organizations; promote health/wellness; ensure advisory bylaws/philosophy understood; conduct meetings and events; maintain participation records; interpret data and adjust programs; prepare APF and NAF budgets; monitor contract services and perform quality assessment and evaluation;

perform local needs assessments; coordinate with marketing for promotions and sponsor ships; assist local Command Fitness Leaders with Physical Readiness Tests; recruit and manage volunteers and instructors; maintain records for recognition; review research publications to stay current with methodology; ensure program meets industry standards (Cooper Institute, DoD, ACSM, etc.).

Facility Management (10%):
Coordinate use and maintenance of facilities (gym, fitness centers, pools, fields, tracks, etc.); assist with construction requirements; liaise with Naval Facilities Engineering Command and Safety Office; develop five-year facility improvement program; submit work orders; manage inventory and assets; ensure safe, healthy, and adequate facilities.

Supervisory Duties (25%):
Direct staff such as Fitness Coordinator, Sports Coordinator, Aquatics Coordinator, Fitness Facility Coordinator, Outdoor Maintenance Supervisor, and others; assign work; conduct annual performance reviews; participate in staffing decisions; ensure proper training; address disciplinary/performance issues; support EEO policy and equitable treatment.

Conditions of employment

• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Professional certification from a National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) accredited health/fitness organization.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certification.

Qualifications

Combination of experience related to customer service and activity based functions

• Knowledge of physical fitness program principles, exercise science, strength conditioning, nutrition, weight loss/control, cardiovascular endurance, exercise requirements and projected results.
• Knowledge of bio-mechanics, fitness testing and exercise prescription; familiarity with strength training equipment, nutrition, programming and testing equipment.
• Skill in planning and executing a comprehensive fitness, aquatics, and/or sports program.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as related to exercise and fitness; knowledge of military physical fitness standards and testing procedures.
• Knowledge of 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 and ability to prepare budgets.
• Skill in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of safety, fire and environmental regulations and procedures.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations and/or training.
• Skill in developing and adapting new methods for effective management of a fitness program.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business or closely related field and/or equivalent recreation related work experience.

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements.

Selectee may be required to complete a one-year probationary period. Direct Deposit/EFT within 30 days of…