Supervisory Recreation Specialist - Community Recreation (Camp McKean)

Full Job Description

Support the Military's Quality of Life programs!

The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military and civilian employees.

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Community Recreation, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations command (CNIC); NBK Kitsap Camp McKean.

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. Major Duties:

Supervision 25% Performs supervisory duties which include assigning work, defining priorities, selecting and recommending applicants for hire, evaluating performance, providing or recommending training, approving and/or disapproving leave requests, initiating corrective actions, and recommending formal corrective/disciplinary actions as warranted.

Authorizes personnel action requests (SF-52) and ensures timekeeping documents are submitted in accordance with local direction.

Ensures interviews and selection of new hires is performed in accordance with established hiring practices.

Leads 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, backpacking, canoeing, hiking or water sports.

Provides outdoor field experiences related to above skill training. Leads day-to-day operation of multiple programs to which assigned; assists with staffing, training and scheduling.

Program Management 35% 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.

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, on an as needed basis.

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

Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse Community Recreation program.

Marketing 15% 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.

Responsible 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.

(Promoting events and programs are done by speaking to large groups and using administrative resources to create and post advertising materials, providing input for quarterly calendars, weekly base paper, etc.) Administration 25% 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 patron's usage and responses (includes providing information for metrics and patron counts).

Solicits input from activity managers regarding internal short/long range goals, business plan objectives and program standards. Monitors various programs to ensure standards are met or exceeded.

Assists with writing standard operating procedures.

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

Provides onsite project oversight and ensures that 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 any 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.

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.

Inspects equipment upon return for damage and makes recommendations for replacement when required.

Completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) to ensure accountability for the balancing and reconciliation of daily sales transactions.

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

Promotes customer service awareness and information, requisitioning merchandise, ensuring adequate stock levels, entertainment and promotion schedules. Performs other duties as assigned.