MWR Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Bowling)

Summary

This position is located in the Community Recreation Division, of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, located within Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). Manages and administers a comprehensive and diverse year round recreation program and various recreation facilities.

Duties

Help B. Program Management 35% C. Marketing 15% D. Administration 25%

• Supervision 25%
• Performs supervisory duties which include assigning work, defining priorities, selecting and recommending applicants for hire, evaluating performance, recommending pay adjustments/awards, providing or recommending training, approving and/or disapproving leave requests, initiating corrective actions, and recommending formal corrective/disciplinary actions as warranted.
• Supervises federal civil service employees; assigned military employees; non-Federal workers; unpaid volunteers; student trainees or others.
• Authorizes personnel action requests (SF -52) and ensures timekeeping documents aw submitted in accordance with local direction.
• Ensures interviews and selection of new hires is performed in accordance with established hiring practices.
• Leads and instructs subordinate staff in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of outdoor skills areas.
• Provides outdoor field experiences related to above skill training in the form of day and weekend trips
• Leads day-to-day operation of programs to which assigned; assists with staffing, training and scheduling.
• Uses creativity to plan, promote and implement well-rounded Community Recreation programs utilizing numerous facilities within the entire MWR Department in accordance with CNIC approved program standards.
• Coordinates leisure skills development activities and classes.
• Organizes community special events offered throughout the year.
• Serves as a liaison for MWR related activities associated with Training Support Center (TSC), Fleet & Family Readiness Departments (N9) and other tenant commands on base, on an as needed basis.
• Provides support for unit allocation events to include equipment, programming ideas, and coordination assistance.
• Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of diverse Community Recreation program.
• Solicits and assists with negotiating partnerships on behalf of the MWR Department.
• Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations to support and benefit MWR programs.
• Develops contacts and creates professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-ups.
• Researches and provides information and referral on a variety of recreational opportunities.
• Responsible for planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of programs and special events within the Community Recreation program by utilizing all available resources.
• Seeks ways to promote and market MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base.
• MWR facilities and events through staff and student indoctrination and other large group functions and gatherings.
• Provides administrative duties and support through after-action reports, data collection and database administration. All administrative duties arc completed through a variety of sources including computer software which tracks patron's usage and responses.
• Solicits input from activity managers regarding internal short/long range goals, business plan objectives and program standards.
• Monitors various programs to ensure standards are met or exceeded.
• Routinely evaluates and reviews ongoing programs and provides activity managers with guidance.
• Assists with writing standard operating procedures.
• Performs regular analysis of projected projects and programs; considering operating budget, staffing requirements, plans, trends, command mission and changing population.
• Provides onsite project oversight and ensures that approved plans are implemented and notifies local and regional leadership of any issues or concerns that may arise. Uses metrics and financial data to make recommendations for any modifications to programs.
• Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the Community Recreation program meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines.
• Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with appropriate entities. Leads and performs check-in and check-out of materials and collects any applicable fees by operating point of sale (POS) computer system for equipment and activities associated with Community Recreation Programs.
• Inspects equipment upon return for damage and makes recommendations for replacement when required.
• Completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) to ensure accountability for the balancing and reconciliation of daily sales transactions.
• Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail items, supplies and any other item deemed to have cash value.
• Promotes customer service awareness and information, requisitioning merchandise, ensuring adequate stock levels, entertainment and promotion schedules.
• Transports patrons off-base to local attractions for trips, tours and outings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  
  

Qualifications

• Knowledge gained through relevant education and training (i.e., Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business or closely related field) and/or equivalent recreation related work experience.
• Combination of experience related to customer service and or activity based functions.
• Ability (o work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge or recreational programs.
• Knowledge or the goals, principles, techniques and methods of procedure used in organizing, planning and conducting all types of activities.
• Knowledge, of the entire scope of activities and their suitability in the Community Recreation Program for individuals and groups of varying demographics, ages and interests.
• Ability to create, negotiate, implement and sustain partnerships via various MWR agreements.
• Ability to maintain a clear and accurate database.
• Ability to represent the department and speak in front of both small and large groups.
• Knowledge of recreational and entertainment events.
• Program planning and leadership skills to devise and implement a leisure and social recreation program that will stimulate and sustain the interest of participants and challenge participants that they may benefit from the social values to be derived from recreational activities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license, License must be obtained within 90 days of being placed in the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  
  

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States.

In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base Access Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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