# Sports Specialist (Fitness Instructor)

Hiring organization: [Commander, Navy Installations Command](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/commander-navy-installations-command)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/42896132-f53c-47a3-b87c-bac277a76f69

Listed on Commander, Navy Installations Command's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Location: Great Lakes, IL
- Salary: 20 – 22 USD per hour

## Summary

This military fitness facility role involves designing and leading group exercise classes, providing personal training, and supporting the Navy's physical readiness program at a Great Lakes naval base. The position suits certified fitness professionals who can work independently with diverse military populations and manage facility operations.

_Our summary, not Commander, Navy Installations Command's wording._

## Skills named

Group Exercise Instruction, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word

## Required

- Fitness instructor, personal trainer, or certification from accredited health/fitness organization
- Ability to design and instruct group exercise programs
- Knowledge of safe fitness equipment operation and maintenance
- Ability to conduct fitness testing and assessments
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to prepare clear written reports
- Effective oral and written communication

## Nice to have

- Professional competence in specific physical activity program areas
- Approved certification in specific physical activity or program area

Apply on Commander, Navy Installations Command's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/891142000
