About the opportunity
The Indian Health Service is seeking a Health Technician (Fitness Instructor/Lifestyle Coach) to function as a member of the Diabetes Prevention and Education Program staff in Lawrence, Kansas. The incumbent assists staff with the preparation, implementation, and documentation of community diabetes prevention activities under the supervision of the Diabetes Program Manager. Major duties include developing and implementing recruitment and retention plans in conjunction with program grantees, managing and sanitizing Fitness Center facilities and equipment, participating in the planning and implementation of the Diabetes Self-Management Education curriculum, identifying data required for program evaluation and management, and working with patients and families to establish health and wellness goals.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive annual salary ranging from $51,283 to $66,670 per year (GS-07)
- Comprehensive federal total compensation package including health and insurance benefits
- Opportunities for professional development within a federal healthcare environment
Who can apply?
- Must meet minimum qualifications for GS-07, including at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in federal service preparing fitness plans and coaching participants in lifestyle health activities
- Alternatively, one full year (18 semester hours) of directly related graduate education
- Or a combination of successfully combined education and specialized experience totaling 100 percent
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959
- Must pass a federal background investigation, financial suitability review, and E-Verify employment verification
Required documents
- Resume clearly detailing relevant experience, total hours per week, and dates of employment
- Transcripts (official or unofficial) or course lists if substituting education for experience
- Form BIA-4432 (Verification of Indian Preference) if claiming Indian Preference
- DD-214 Form (Member 4 copy) and SF-15 application if claiming Veterans' Preference
- SF-50 or Career SF-50 for current or former federal employees
When to apply
- Opening Date: October 20, 2026
- Closing Date: December 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
How to apply
- Read the complete announcement and instructions on USAJOBS
- Click the Apply Online button and log into your USAJOBS account
- Complete the online application questionnaire and attach all required documentation
- Submit your application package prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on December 31, 2026
- Complete the required USA Hire Assessments via the unique access link provided upon submission
Additional information
- Position is located in Lawrence, Kansas
- Position is covered by Public Law 101-630 requiring contact or control over Indian children
- Selectees working in IHS healthcare facilities must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy
- A REAL ID compliant state-issued ID or driver's license is required for facility access
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates with direct background in fitness instruction, lifestyle coaching, or health education looking to work within community-focused public health programs
- Applicants possessing specialized experience in health technician roles or graduate education in a directly related field such as exercise science or kinesiology
- Professionals seeking stable federal employment with structured compensation and comprehensive benefits within the Indian Health Service
What should you think carefully about?
- Applicants must successfully complete a federal background investigation and a financial suitability review prior to appointment
- Mandatory completion of the online USA Hire Assessment is required within the specified testing window
- Strict adherence to federal immunization policies and facility access requirements, including REAL ID compliance, is mandatory for all personnel working on-site
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position offers a solid pathway for individuals aiming to build a career in federal public health, specifically supporting indigenous community wellness and diabetes prevention initiatives. It provides hands-on community health experience, daily facility management responsibilities, and direct patient engagement that can strengthen a long-term career in health administration or clinical support.
Our take
This role is well-suited for qualified health technicians, fitness instructors, or lifestyle coaches committed to public health and community wellness who meet federal qualification standards. Candidates unwilling to undergo rigorous background checks or meet strict federal immunization and assessment requirements should consider other opportunities.
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