MWR Director

About the role

This position is assigned to the Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department; Fleet Readiness (N92); Commander, Navy Region Japan; NSA Singapore.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the principal and staff supervisor for MWR programs, and is responsible for the planning, development, administrative management, operations and maintenance of comprehensive Quality of Life (QoL) programs.

What you will do

• Serves as the principal MWR program director and senior advisor to the Installation FFR Director (IN9), Executive Officer (XO), or Installation Commanding Officer (ICO), overseeing the administration and execution of all installation MWR programs and operations.
• Formulates, justifies and executes comprehensive operating and capital budgets, Appropriated Funds (APF)/Uniform Funding Management (UFM) and Non-appropriated Funds (NAF), to support ongoing programs and proposed program offerings.
• Provides strategic administrative and technical direction for program budgeting, marketing, facility maintenance, staffing, and logistical operations.
• Authors, issues, and enforces local policies, instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure operational objectives are communicated and met.
• Develops and implements organizational procedures to continuously improve the financial posture, profitability, and internal controls of the local NAF Instrumentality.
• Interprets higher-headquarters directives and monitors command compliance with all policies and operating guidance issued by Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC).
• Directs and coordinates local MWR policies to ensure all program elements align with Navy community support requirements and installation mission goals.
• Drives operational efficiency across MWR programs to achieve the most cost-effective and business-minded approaches to daily operations.
• Conducts internal reviews of MWR operations to ensure strict compliance with governing Department of War (DoW), Department of Navy (DoN), and CNIC directives and prescribed fiduciary standards.
• Oversees the maintenance and serviceability of MWR physical infrastructure, collaborating with Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) on sustainment, restoration, modernization, and new construction projects.
• Analyzes financial and operational data through Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) financial management system to compile monthly and annual reports, identifying negative trends and directing corrective actions.
• Directs the expansion, relocation, or discontinuation of services and activities based on patron demand, market analysis, and program objectives.
• Develops long-range strategic plans within the framework of available funds, manpower, facilities, equipment, supplies, and existing services.
• Establishes and maintains active liaison with tenant commands, Region N9/N92, outside agencies, and professional organizations to coordinate cross-functional initiatives.
• Evaluates management procedures and departmental programs through financial projections, audits, and inspections.
• Requires regular on-site visits to MWR activities across the installation Area of Responsibility (AOR), necessitating the operation of a government-owned or commercial motor vehicle.
• Directs MWR contingency planning and emergency response operations (e.g., natural disasters, base closures, or exercises) to sustain essential community and fleet support functions under emergency conditions.
• Oversees the identification of MWR operational requirements for commercial contracts, coordinates with regional contracting offices, and monitors contractor performance to ensure services delivered meet the needs of the Navy community.
• Directs work to be accomplished by a multi-tiered workforce of NAF and APF employees.
• Serves as the first-level supervisor and Rating Official (RO) for key staff.
• Exercises second-level supervision over a diverse operational workforce, which may include Foreign National (FN) employees with various classifications, and serves as the Senior Rating Official (SRO) for activity managers within the AOR.
• Assigns work, establishes overall priorities, and develops project schedules based on operational requirements, task difficulty, and individual employee capabilities.
• Evaluates subordinate performance, conducts annual performance reviews, and sets clear, measurable performance standards.
• Exercises full authority for organizational staffing decisions, including selecting candidates for vacancies, directing promotions, and approving reassignments or organizational restructures.
• Identifies staff training and developmental needs, ensuring personnel receive the necessary technical and professional training to maintain high-quality program delivery.
• Promotes employee relations by resolving informal complaints, mediating grievances, addressing potential disciplinary or performance issues in a timely manner, and executing appropriate corrective actions as necessary.
• Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understand and adhere to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable.
• Ensures subordinate staff adhere to Navy safety and occupational health standards, maintaining safe working conditions across all MWR facilities.

Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

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. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews

Documents you must provide

• Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts.
• You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable 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 Family Member Preference: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) AND a copy of marriage certificate 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.
• Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) if claiming education consideration Note: Applications missing any required document(s) will not be eligible for consideration.

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

Incumbent is required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE Form 450, (5 CFR Part 2634.904), Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R, Joint Ethics Regulations, dated 23 March 2006. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. 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.

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

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.

Employees (and their family members) who require medical or dental care in Singapore. may experience severe limitations accessing medical care both on the military installation and the local economy, and also could incur costly medical expenses.

Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.