Recreation Specialist

Full Job Description

This position is located in the Community Recreation Division, of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, located within Navy Installations Command (CNIC) on NAS JRB New Orleans, La.

The incumbent, plans, promotes and implements a variety of MWR or Community Recreation programs and activities.

The position is also responsible to seek various partnerships with community organizations, and businesses in support of MWR programs and base wide special events.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.

Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position.

Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates.

Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above.

Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Knowledge gained through relevant education and training (i.e., bachelor's degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business or closely related field) and/or equivalent recreation related work experience.

Combination of experience related to customer service and or activity based functions.

Ability to work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Knowledge of recreational programs.

Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and methods of procedure used in organizing, planning and conducting all types of activities.

Knowledge of the entire scope of activities and their suitability in the Community Recreation Program for individuals and groups of varying demographics, ages and interests.

Ability to create, negotiate, implement and sustain partnerships via various MWR agreements. Ability to maintain a clear and accurate database.

Ability to represent the department and speak in front of both small and large groups. Knowledge of recreational and entertainment events.

Program planning and leadership skills to devise and implement a leisure and social recreation program that will stimulate and sustain the interest of participants and challenge participants that they may benefit from the social values to be derived from recreational activities.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

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RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.

https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.

As of May 7, 2025, The REAL ID act requires visitors to have a REAL ID or passport to access to Government Facilities. This will be a requirement for employment.

A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check.

Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

Major Duties:

Uses creativity to plan, promote and implement well-rounded Community Recreation programs utilizing numerous facilities within the entire MWR Department, in accordance with CNIC approved program standards.

Coordinates leisure skills development activities and classes.

Organizes community special events such as comedy shows, holiday events, celebrity appearances, concerts, 4th of July Festival, and Winterfest, which are just a few of the many programs offered throughout the year.

Serves as a liaison for MWR related activities associated with Training Support Center (TSC), Fleet & Family Readiness Departments (N9) and other tenant commands on base, when needed.

Provides support for unit allocation events to include equipment, programming ideas, and coordination assistance.

Performs the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse Community Recreation program. Assists with writing standard operating procedures.

Ensures programs are in compliance with local and Regional program policies, regulations, and procedures, including higher level Navy and Department of Defense (DoD) instructions, regulations and program standards; uses judgment in adapting guidelines for specific situations, methods and processes that may deviate from guidelines.

Exercises authority and independent judgment in development of plans and solutions. Solicits and helps to negotiate partnerships on behalf of the MWR Department.

Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations (park districts, forest preserve, clubs, special interest groups, etc.) to support and benefit MWR programs.

Develops contacts and creates professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-ups.

Researches and provides information and referral on a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.

Assumes responsibility for planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of programs and special events within the Community Recreation program by utilizing all available resources.

Seeks ways to promote and market MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base.

Promotes MWR facilities and events through staff and student indoctrination and other large group functions and gatherings.

Promotes events and programs by speaking to large groups and using administrative resources to create and post advertising materials, providing input for quarterly calendars, weekly base paper, etc.

Provides administrative duties and support through after-action reports, data collection and database administration.

All administrative duties are completed through a variety of sources including computer software which tracks patrons' usage and responses (includes providing information for metrics and patron counts).

Monitors Community Recreation programs to ensure Navy Program standards are met or exceeded.

Evaluates and reviews ongoing programs and recommends changes or enhancements that may develop, adapt, modify, expand, or otherwise change the program activity to better meet and enhance the expected effectiveness of the programmed activity.

Performs regular analysis of projects and programs; considering operating budget, staffing requirements, plans, trends, command mission and changing population.

Provides onsite project oversight and ensures approved plans are implemented and notifies local and regional leadership of any issues or concerns that may arise.

Uses metrics and financial data to make recommendations for modifications to programs.

Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the Community Recreation program meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines.

Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with appropriate entities.

Assists in planning and designing of construction projects that may include facility renovations and enhancements.

Leads and performs check-in and check-out of materials and collects any applicable fees by operating point of sale (POS) computer system for equipment and activities associated with Community Recreation Programs.

Balances and reconciles daily sales transactions by completing a Daily Activity Report (DAR).

Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail items, supplies and any other item deemed to have cash value.

Leads and instructs subordinate staff in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of outdoor skills areas including but not limited to camping, cycling, sailing, backpacking, canoeing, snow skiing, hiking or water sports.

Supervises staff within the Community Recreation Program on a temporary, as needed basis consisting of less than 20% of overall duties.

Recommends personnel actions to include recruitment, evaluation, counseling, employee development and termination on a temporary, as needed basis consisting of less than 20% of overall duties.