Sports Specialist; CYS NF

Sports Specialist (CYS) NF-03

U.S. Army MWR

This position is located at Youth Sports and Fitness, Fort Lee, VA. The role works evenings and weekends.

• Serves as a sports specialist/clinician in a Child and Youth Services (CYS) program, with responsibility for providing support and assistance to the CYS Sports and Fitness Director and installation volunteer sports coaches.
• Models appropriate behaviors and techniques and helps coaches in creating appropriate environments; selecting materials and equipment; and planning meaningful practices that support the required sport season.
• Conducts practice and game visits as required for the purpose of providing support and assistance.
• Helps inspect sports facilities/programs to ensure safety compliance. Recommends purchase of equipment required to maintain proper safety compliance. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Provides oversight and accountability for program participants in compliance with DoD, Army, and local policies, guidance, and standards. Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one‑year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E‑Verify) check.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre‑employment checks in accordance with AR 215‑3, para.
  2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must complete a health assessment including all required immunizations.
• Must possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
• Must obtain/maintain certification in CPR/First Aid.
• Must either currently possess or have the ability to obtain a National Association of Youth Sports Clinician Certification within six months of employment.

• Resumes must be two pages (or less).
• Possess a bachelor’s degree or higher in physical education.
• OR ALL of the following
  :
  • Experience managing or assisting in the delivery of a sports or physical education program which included both individual and team sports.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the skills and techniques needed for various sports.
  • Experience coaching or working with coaches to apply techniques and required skills/fundamentals for various sports.
• Highly Preferred:
  Experience working in a sports program specifically for children or youth; or at least 12 semester hours in college coursework directly related to children or youth (e.g., PE for children, motor skills development, childhood development, health/nutrition for children, child/adolescent psychology).

• This job is open to candidates who are currently residing within the local commuting area (defined as a 60‑mile radius) of Fort Lee, VA. Military Spouse Preference and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.

• If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact the NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section to request a copy of the application form.
• Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00 PM CST on 01/29/2026.
• Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items, may result in ineligibility.

• This is a Regular Part‑time position with a minimum workweek of 20 hours and is eligible for benefits/leave accrual.
• Access to on‑base facilities such as fitness centers and libraries is available.

Additional information regarding access to federal facilities and PCS costs, as well as detailed employment projections, can be found in the full job announcement.

• Electronically (preferred) at USAJOBS or via the provided application link. Submit by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 01/29/2026.
• Manual application option described above.

CHRA NAF C2SC – Recruitment Branch
Phone: 000‑000‑0000
Email: usarmy.apg.chra-hqs.mbx.naf-central-recruitment
Address: AQ‑NAF‑W6

CPAA US ARMY GARRISON FT LEE, Fort Lee, VA 23801, US