Recreation Specialist (Community Recreation)

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). Manages and administers a comprehensive and diverse year round recreation program and various recreation facilities.

What you will do

• Plans, promotes, and implements well-rounded Community Recreation programs using MWR Department facilities, in accordance with CNIC approved program standards.
• Coordinates leisure skills development activities and classes; organizes community special events like comedy shows, holiday events, celebrity appearances, concerts, and festivals.
• Serves as a liaison for MWR activities with the Training Support Center (TSC), Fleet & Family Readiness Departments (N9), and other on-base tenant commands.
• Provides support for unit allocation events, including equipment, programming ideas, and coordination assistance.
• Performs the development, management, planning, and administration of a diverse Community Recreation program, including business plan execution and assisting with writing standard operating procedures.
• Ensures programs comply with local, Regional, Navy, and Department of Defense (DoD) policies and standards, using judgment to adapt guidelines for specific situations.
• Exercises independent judgment in developing plans and solutions.
• Solicits, negotiates, and develops working partnerships with on- and off-base organizations (park districts, clubs, etc.) to support MWR programs.
• This includes creating proposals, executing agreements, and follow-ups.
• Researches and provides information and referral on recreational opportunities on and off the base.
• Assumes responsibility for planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing, and executing programs and special events, utilizing all available resources.
• Promotes MWR facilities and events through outreach, staff/student indoctrination, and speaking to large groups.
• Provides input for quarterly calendars and the weekly base paper.
• Provides administrative support through after-action reports, data collection, and database administration, using software to track patron usage for metrics.
• Monitors and evaluates ongoing programs, recommending changes or enhancements to improve effectiveness.
• Performs regular analysis of programs, considering budget, staffing, trends, and command mission.
• Uses metrics and financial data to recommend program modifications.
• Provides onsite project oversight and notifies leadership of any issues.
• Ensures all facilities and activities meet established fire, safety, security, and sanitation guidelines, taking timely action to correct deficiencies.
• Assists in planning facility renovations.
• Leads check-in/out of materials and collects fees using a point of sale (POS) system.
• Inspects returned equipment for damage and recommends replacement.
• Balances and reconciles daily sales transactions (DAR) and performs inventory of equipment, retail items, and supplies.
• Leads and instructs staff in administering workshops, clinics, and events in outdoor skills (camping, cycling, sailing, hiking, water sports), and provides related day and weekend field trips.
• Leads day-to-day operation of assigned programs; assists with staffing, training, scheduling, and ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Supervises staff and recommends personnel actions (recruitment, evaluation, counseling) on a temporary, as-needed basis consisting of less than 20% of overall duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

This position does not have a positive education 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

• 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.
• Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.
• This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive: Vendors Dependents aged 18 and older Service Providers Veterans with service-connected disabilities Contractors Visitors (includes visitors in same vehicle with CAC holder) Transportation services (taxi, limo, ride share) Agent, Assist, Aid, Care Giver Letters Au Pairs, Child Care Providers What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access?
• If you don't have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, you can use one of the following: U.S. passport or passport card Military ID card (Common Access Card or CAC, DoD retired ID card) Permanent resident card (Green Card) Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) Other forms of identification accepted by the Department of Homeland Security How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license?
• To obtain a REAL ID-compliant license, you'll need to visit your state's driver's license agency with the following documents: Proof of identity (e.g., birth certificate, passport) Proof of Social Security number (e.g., Social Security card) Two proofs of residency (e.g., utility bills, bank statements)

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

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.