COMMUNITY CENTER SPECIALIST II
County of Los Angeles
Posted: February 25, 2026 (1 day ago)
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Commander, Navy Installations Command
Department of the Navy
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves overseeing a wide range of recreational programs and facilities on a naval base in Guam, such as parks, camping areas, libraries, and special events, to support the military community.
The role requires managing budgets, staff, and operations to ensure high-quality services year-round.
A good fit would be someone with experience in recreation management who enjoys coordinating community activities and handling diverse programs in a team environment.
This position is located at the Community Recreation Department, Naval Base Guam.
The mission of Joint Region Marianas (JRM) Warfighter & Family Readiness (WFR) is to provide the highest quality programs and services to the military community through self-sustainment across all quality of life programs.
***Recruitment and Relocation Bonuses/Incentives may be negotiable in accordance with agency policy.*** In order to qualify for this position, resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position.
Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/).
Applicants qualifying based on education, time in grade, credentials, certification, training and/or module completion MUST provide proof of education (i.e.
official transcripts/high school diploma), personnel action or SFS0, credentials, statement of service, certification, training and/or module completion at the time of resume submission.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
In addition to qualification requirements outlined in the OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions, a four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation or three years of comparable experience that illustrates a progression in management experience is required.
Possesses comprehensive knowledge of recreation policies, requirements, administrative practices and procedures relating to the planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating of recreational programs and the efficient operation and utilization of facilities and equipment.
Must be capable of organizing and operating several facilities/programs simultaneously.
Must possess skill in negotiating program issues and operational requirements with patrons and personnel inside and outside the local installation and community organizations.
Must have knowledge of general business principles for financial planning/reporting and of the Department of the Navy budget process methods for APF and NAF funds to ensure optimum use of resources.
Ability to plan, present, and execute budgets and to analyze impact on programs and to forecast long term funding requirements. Knowledge of business principles and personnel management.
Ability to communicate and clarify the application of the department's policies to employees and management personnel.
Ability to develop, explain, justify, persuade and deal with a wide range of problems and with people of diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to manage various functions through a subordinate staff. Ability to communicate proficiently both orally and in writing. Major Duties:
Major duties and responsibilities are summarized below.
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.
Manages and administers a comprehensive and diverse year round recreation program and facilities that can include but is not limited to Community Recreation, Parks and Picnic areas, Outdoor Rental/Resale/Adventure Activities, Camping/RV Parks, Vehicle Storage, Liberty Program, Information, Tickets and Tours (ITT), Library Program, Recreation and Resource Centers, Bowling, Paintball, Deployed Forces Support or Fleet Recreation, Leisure Skills, Special Events, Command Equipment Issue and Auto Hobby.
Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse recreation program.
Provides specific guidance regarding the maintenance of current and development of new programs to recreation division managers.
Solicits input from activity managers regarding internal short/long range goals, business plan objectives and program standards.
Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the program meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines.
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.
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.
Coordinates budget requirements with activity/facility managers and provides general guidance for preparation of the annual operating budget.
Maintains funds and property accountability for all APF and NAF fund equipment, supplies, resale funds, and inventories in AOR. Represents the department at meetings, conferences, etc.
Oversees, solicits and helps to negotiate partnerships on behalf of the MWR Department.
Exercises delegated managerial authority to a set series of annual, multi-year or similar types of long range work plans, schedules for work.
A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.
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