MCCS Job Opening Information
Position/GradeSUPERVISORY RECREATION SPECIALIST (HEALTH & FITNESS) / NF-0188-04Location
MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII -
SEMPER FIT DIVISON
Type of AppointmentREGULAR FULL-TIME (35 - 40 HOURS WEEKLY)Open Date07/10/2026
First Cut Off Date
Close Date
07/24/2026 - 1159 EST FOR FIRST CONSIDERATION
08/07/2026 - 1159 EST FOR FINAL CLOSE DATE
Who May ApplyALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATESSalary
BASE SALARY:
$65,000.00 - 70,707.41 PER ANNUM
TOTAL SALARY:
$70,616.00 - $76,816.53 PER ANNUM
8.64% CURRENT COST OF LIVING ALLOWANCE (COLA) INCLUDED IN TOTAL SALARY
COLA SUBJECT TO CHANGE
SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
Hours of Operation
AVAILABILITY TO WORK WEEKDAYS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS AS NEEDED. FLEXIBLE HOURS BASED UPON BUSINESS OPERATIONAL NEEDS.
ALL SCHEDULED SHIFTS, HOURS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON BUSINESS NEEDS
[X] Resume Required[X] Background Check Required[X] Paid vacation and sick leave[X] Medical and Dental benefits, Pension, 401(k), Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program and more[X] Selective Service Registration Required for Males born after Dec. 31, 1959.
Job Summary
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps.
This position is located at Marine Corps Base Hawaii - KB FITNESS CENTER. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a REGULAR, FULL-TIME SUPERVISORY RECREATION SPECIALIST NF4.
This vacancy is also eligible for the following Employee Benefits:
401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 5% employer match
Retirement Plan - 1% employee contribution and a 5 year vesting period (once vested: can collect a lifetime monthly pension annuity when retirement age is reached).
Medical and Dental Benefits (Aetna, HMSA, and Kaiser)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Short Term Income Replacement Insurance
Paid Sick Time
Paid Vacation Time
Major Duties
The purpose of this position is to plan, manage, and administer a comprehensive year round health and fitness program, and the facilities used in conducting the activities that comprise the program at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay Semper Fit Center, Kulia Fitness Center and ancillary fitness facilities on the installation. The program serves a population of active duty; reserve, and retired military personnel, their family members, civilians, and other authorized customers. The incumbent will plan, develop, organize, manage, and supervise diverse and comprehensive health and physical fitness programs, which include group exercise classes, self-directed fitness programs, incentive programs, special events, and instructional programs.
Provides meaningful connections through customer service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Plans, organizes work and manages internal resources to ensure maximum productivity and economies. Prepares financial plan, budgets, inventories, cost controls, and related records and reports. Reviews the financial status of the assigned activity and recommends changes considered necessary. Either directly or indirectly through subordinate supervisors, manages activity employees. Effectively supports the Marine Corps Equal Employment Opportunity policy, and ensures compliance with fire safety, security, and other environmental issues. Manages new property resources and provides advice on renovations and improvements. Maintains and enforces security for funds, merchandise, supplies and equipment to preclude or minimize the potential for fraud waste and abuse. Must be alert to alcohol abuse and take appropriate action. Reports safety and security violations to the proper authority, when discovered. Coordinates and implements plans and policies to ensure facilities and programs comply with established safety, fire, and environmental directives. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. May transport equipment and audio visual aids.
Contributes to readiness and improving productivity through programs that promote fitness, sports, esprit de corps, and quality of life for authorized customers. Coordinates the use of fitness facilities to accommodate the comprehensive Semper Fit Program, and ensures weekly/daily inspections are conducted on fitness and sports equipment, and facilities with discrepancies documented and forwarded to the appropriate office for correction. Determines the needs and desires of the serviced community. Continually evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing activities, resources, and program objectives, and adapts and alters program activities based on findings.
Initiates purchase requests for required equipment, supplies, and services. Prepares and submits the annual budget for review/approval. Performs a variety of administrative tasks to include but not limited to: establishing and updating operating procedures, preparing management narratives, after action reports etc.
Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities to include supervising, mentoring, structuring assignments, and reviewing work of subordinates based on deadlines. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Provides and advocates recognition and feedback for employee performance and contributions, and recommends appropriate honorary and/or monetary awards. Advises employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management, and assures that mission and accuracy requirements are met.
Practices sound position management by periodically reviewing organizational structure and functional assignments to include: ensuring position descriptions are accurate, interviewing and selecting candidates for vacancies, managing details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and supporting the Marine Corps Equal Employment Opportunity policy and diversity objectives as well as adhering to standards of the prevention of sexual harassment. Hears and resolves grievances and complaints; initiates appropriate corrective and/or minor adverse/disciplinary actions for performance or conduct; schedules and grants leave; and approves the master leave schedule assuring adequate coverage through peak workloads and traditional holiday vacation time. Conducts, monitors, updates, and documents a comprehensive training program to ensure all staff members and volunteers possess the necessary skills and knowledge for their position. Advises employees in advance of performance expectations; appraises performance within established Marine Corps guidelines and time frames; explains performance expectations to employees, and provides regular feedback to supervisors and employees on strengths and weaknesses.
Establishes and maintains business relationships with professionals in the field of health and fitness. Reviews research publications and health journals to ensure currency in methodology and philosophy in the area of health and fitness. Coordinates with marketing staff to plan and develop promotional, advertising, commercial sponsorship, and publicity strategies. Coordinates and implements joint programs with other Semper Fit and MCCS activities. A valid driver¿s license is required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A Bachelors Degree in an academic field related to the health sciences or allied sciences, exercise physiology, kinesiology, or other related curricula focused on fitness assessment, or physiological adaptation to exercise and exercise program design. Four years of experience in fitness or a health field with health education & prevention as a primary focus. Experience in planning, managing, and administering a comprehensive year round health and fitness program, and the facilities used in conducting the activities at a military installation serving a population of active duty, reservists, retired military personnel, their family members, civilians, and other authorized customers. Skill to plan, develop, organize, manage, and supervise diverse and comprehensive health and physical fitness programs, that include group exercise classes, self-directed fitness programs, incentive programs, special events, and instructional programs.
Certifications in fitness, basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillator, and First Aid that are kept current throughout employment. Current certification from a fitness organization/certification noted in Marine Corps Order 1700.29 Table 2-3
Competency in public speaking, professional writing for public awareness, computer literacy and metrics reporting and/or program evaluation.
Physical dexterity, and ability to conduct exercise classes, stand for long periods of time, and lift, carry objects up to 45lbs. independently, and objects over 45lbs with assistance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain Tier-1 Child Care (CNACI) background checks, which are required for positions, which involve working with children under 18 years of age.
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: http://www.usmc-mccs.org/careers
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, civil service employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration on your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.
Closing Statement
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.