MWR Community Recreation Director

About the role

This position is located in the Community Recreation Division, of the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Department, located within Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). The primary purpose of this position is to provide support to the Installation Program Director through the day-to-day management of the Community Recreation Division.

What you will do

• Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan, execution, and administration of a diverse recreation program.
• Develops and or assists managers with writing standard operating procedures.
• Ensures programs are in compliance with local Regional program policies, regulations, and procedures, and higher-level Navy and DoD instructions, regulations, and program standards; uses judgment in adapting guidelines for specific situations, methods and processes that may deviate from guidelines.
• Exercise authority and independent judgment in development of plans and solutions.
• Provides specific guidance regarding the maintenance of current and development of new programs to recreation division managers.
• Continuously reviews the overall assigned recreation programs for accomplishments; recommends and establishes new operational activities/subprograms in conjunction with activity managers.
• Monitors associated contracts, Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding (MOA/MOU) in Area of Responsibility (AOR).
• 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 that may develop, adapt, modify, expand, or otherwise change the program activity to better meet the enhance the expected effectiveness of the programmed activity.
• 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.
• Finds and implements ways to eliminate or reduce significant bottlenecks and barriers to program execution, teamwork or use of established business practices.
• Uses metrics and financial data to make recommendations for any modifications to programs.
• Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the program meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines.
• Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with local agencies.
• Assists in planning and designing of construction and renovation projects.
• Provides day-to-day administrative and technical supervision of a workforce consisting of both Appropriated (APF) and Non-Appropriated fund (NAF) employees and acts as Rating Official (RO).
• Acts as Senior Rating Official (SRO) for activity managers in assigned AOR.
• Ensures approved staffing levels are maintained to support programs and operations in a cost effective manner.
• Plans work to be accomplished.
• Sets priorities and establishes schedules for work completion.
• Distributes and balances work based upon priority, skill requirements, and level of difficulty.
• Discusses work in progress, answering questions from team members concerning procedures, directives, policy, etc., as well as technical questions.
• Evaluates performance of subordinates and provides specific recommendations related to training needs, Responsible for training, supervising, scheduling and evaluating all employees within the branch.
• Participates in interviews and recommends selection for all new hires within the branch, initiates appropriate disciplinary action; hears and resolves complaints from employees.
• Assures equality in determining selection, assignment, training and promotion, disciple and incentive awards to employees.
• Recommends award or bonuses for supervisory and non-supervisory personnel and changes in position classification, subject to approval by higher level of supervisors.
• Controls attendance and leave ensuring adequate work force is available at all times to accomplish the mission.
• Routinely approves sick and annual leave.
• Actively supports and promotes all aspects of the Equal employment Opportunity Program and Affirmative Action Plan as directed by applicable laws and regulations, and to communicate this support to subordinates, minority groups and women.
• Ensures all laws and regulations concerning Merit System Principles and Prohibited Personnel Practices are adhered to.
• Maintains funds and property accountability for all APF and NAF fund equipment, supplies, resale funds, and inventories in AOR.
• Responsible for inventories conducted in accordance with applicable higher level regulatory guidelines.
• May act as an Approving Official (AO) for government purchase chard holders within AOR.
• Represents the department at meetings, conferences, etc. Cultivates a cooperative relations with the military, regional, and civilian community by maintaining liaison with private organizations, special interest groups, community groups, etc. Duties are performed to provide customer satisfaction and contribute positively to the success and profitability of the organization.

Education

A four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation. OR Three years of comparable experience that illustrates a progression in management experience is required.

How you will be evaluated

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements.

Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume.

Documents you must provide

• The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.
• Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required.
• All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major).
• If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Altered transcripts will not be accepted.Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered.
• Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization.
• Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.
• Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.

What to expect next

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.

Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement.

Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. 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 Installations 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. Some positions have special requirements.

Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check.

Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct. 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. ***