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Supervisory Recreation Specialist - Fitness Director
Commander, Navy Installations CommandVirginia Beach, VA · full time · Management
$33 – $37 / hour
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 29, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This supervisory role oversees fitness, sports, and aquatics programs at a naval air station, managing staff, facilities, budgets, and comprehensive recreational programming. It suits experienced fitness professionals with leadership skills who want to direct a large military recreation operation and community wellness initiatives.
Our summary, not Commander, Navy Installations Command’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
- Budget Management
- Exercise Physiology
- Facility Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Strength Training
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What they ask for
Required
- Knowledge of fitness programming principles and exercise science
- Knowledge of biomechanics, fitness testing, and exercise prescription
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology related to exercise
- Knowledge of military physical fitness standards and testing
- Knowledge of safety, fire, and environmental regulations
- Skill in planning and executing comprehensive fitness, aquatics, and sports programs
- Skill in supervisory and personnel management
- Ability to develop and deliver training and presentations
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Professional certification from NCCA or DEAC accredited organization, or competency in business and exercise program design, or at least three years fitness industry experience
Nice to have
- Knowledge of CNIC's EEO policy and procedures
- Knowledge of NAF and APF budgeting processes