Who We Are
At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.
Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.
As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.
THE ROLE
Supporting and working alongside the members of the Canadian Armed Forces and actively preparing them to defend and serve our country could be your path to an extremely fulfilling career.
As part of a dynamic and dedicated team, as the Fitness, Sports and Physical Exercise Coodinator you will have the opportunity to work with a very highly motivated and professional clientele who are eager to return to duty and improve their condition. Daily, you will lead military fitness classes and programs. You will also run the reconditioning programs for Canadian Armed Forces members who may be affected with medical conditions and improve their functional abilities related to their emotional or physical limitations.
Being a subject matter expert in your field, you will support your local team with training and professional development. You will assist our Health Promotion partners in promoting healthy practices and injury prevention through initiatives such as educational programs, special events and other activities related to physical fitness.
Much like the military we so proudly support, we push the envelope of what’s possible. Working with us, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver programs and services that are grounded in cutting edge scientific research and supported by state-of-the-art technology.
Qualifications Needed
Education, Certifications and Licenses
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Administration, Recreation, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences, Human Kinetics, or in a related field
Current CPR And Basic First Aid Qualifications
Current National Lifeguard Service Certificate (NLS) qualifications, as required
Current National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Level 2 Theory and Technical certification in two sports
Current Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) certification
Successful completion of the Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness & Sports Level 1 and 2 courses and Reconditioning Level 1 and 2 courses by the end of probation
Experience
In planning, organizing, coordinating the operations and delivery of physical fitness and sports programs
In applying policies, procedures, regulations, and applicable legislation
In evaluating physical fitness
In preparing and conducting physical fitness training sessions including counselling, programs and workshops
In preparing and administering tournaments and sporting events
In officiating sporting events and/or athletic competitions
In budget administration
In coaching sports
In personnel administration
In oral and written communications for both professional and public audiences
Competencies, Skills And Abilities
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership
Language Requirements
English Essential
Benefits Available
Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.
Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.
Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits
Other Information
This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.
The successful candidate may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Keep our Canadian Armed Forces operationally ready and their families and military community healthy as part of the team at Personnel Support Programs.
Personnel Support Programs contributes to the operational readiness of our Canadian Armed Forces through the provision of fitness, sports, recreation and health promotion programs to military communities across Canada and members while on deployment.
START DATE
October 20, 2025
INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION
CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.
Newfoundland and Labrador