Supervisory Recreation Specialist - Aquatics Manager

About the role

Serves as the Aquatics Manager and subject matter expert for the Military Welfare Program (MWR) Aquatics aboard Naval Station Everett.

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, administer, and safely execute a comprehensive year-round aquatics program-including recreation, lap swim, and water safety instruction-while directing emergency response, medical rescue training, and preventative facility maintenance to protect all authorized patrons.

What you will do

• swim instruction program, lifeguard and water safety instructor training program, CPR/First Aid/ AED instruction, assistance with physical readiness training, aqua group exercise, facility rental and special programming.
• Manages the care and maintenance of the aquatic facilities and associated equipment.
• Ensures facilities and equipment meet health, safety, security, sanitation and fire standards.
• Takes remedial action as applicable to correct deficiencies.
• Complies with all safety regulations regarding use of chemical and sanitation agents related to the care of a pool.
• Determines and procures necessary supplies and equipment in order to operate/support the pools and programs.
• Performs administrative matters to include but not limited to: development of the annual calendar, marketing requests/plans, after action reports, desk guides, procurement documents, program justifications, metric and financial reports, etc. Develops and monitors the execution of the annual NAF operating budget.
• Determines financial requirements for short and long term needs, analyzes monthly financial data and submits reports to management addressing significant variances between executed and projected results.
• Recruits, interviews and hires personnel.
• Evaluates work performance and prepares performance appraisals, nominates personnel for performance and other awards.
• Promotes the use of the facility and programs for maximum participation on an ongoing basis, through attending community meetings, marketing materials and maintaining a presence in the operation.
• Monitors customer feedback.
• Establishes and maintains a working relationship with other military and community organizations that benefit the program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Must have a combination of two of these elements to sufficiently qualify: a) a four-year degree in recreation or a related field b) instructor certification as a lifeguard and water safety instructor c) at least three years of experience in the industry of aquatics Incumbent must possess and maintain: CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Emergency Response through the American Red Cross or equivalent Related field includes: Outdoor Recreation, Recreation and Parks Leadership, Wild Land Management, Natural Resources Recreation, Youth Recreation, Public, Urban, or Community Recreation, special populations recreation (e.g. senior citizens, institutional, etc.), or Physical Education.

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.

Bi-weekly review of applicants.

Documents you must provide

• The following documents are required at the time of application: Résumé Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s), if degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent 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

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. 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. 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 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.