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MWR Supervisory Recreation Specialist (NMCSD Sports/Athletics)

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
Navy Region Southwest Naval Medical Center San Diego
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Summary

This position is located within the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department at Navy Region Southwest (NRSW). The MWR program provides social and recreational facilities/programs to active duty and retired military personnel, their dependents, DOD civilian employees and guests. The purpose of this position is to plan and carry out a comprehensive athletic program to include all fitness, sports and aquatics activities to meet the needs of the eligible patrons.

Overview

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Reviewing applications
Open & closing dates
02/15/2023 to 03/01/2023
Salary
$47,995 to - $52,169 per year
Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
San Diego, CA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
3
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
23-147
Control number
707142700

Duties

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  1. The incumbent plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, motivates, publicizes (either verbally or via written methods, individually or through others inside/outside the department), and administers the activities and services of an installation sports, aquatics and fitness program. The program includes year-round sporting activities, both directed, self-directed, intramural sports, informal games and contests, and special events to improve and promote the physical fitness and mental well-being of authorized participants. Researches the populations' interest and adapts these various activities to the wide range of participant needs. Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing activities and programs from the standpoint of participant response and available resources (financial, manpower, etc., unforeseen developments, and program objectives) and adapts and varies program activities in light of such findings.
  2. Facilities/Activities may include some or all of the following: picnic areas, softball fields, multi-purpose fields, outdoor basketball/volleyball courts, track, running trails, indoor gymnasium, basketball courts, racquetball courts, gear issue room and a physical fitness facility with separate locations for weightlifting. Area of responsibility normally includes men's and women's locker/shower rooms and saunas.
  3. Incumbent is responsible for maintaining the athletic facilities and surrounding grounds. Makes recommendations to the MWR/Recreation Director/designated Supervisor concerning the need for improvements to the existing facilities to meet the needs of the customers. Ensures adequate and safe spaces are maintained.
  4. The incumbent is responsible for generating and submitting for approval requests for purchases in accordance with current regulations and local instructions and within approved budget; recommends approval of purchase variances; and performs research to recommend sources of procurement. Ensures accountability of all receipts, propriety of expenditures, accuracy of source data, and adherence of internal control procedures at all subordinate levels, maintains the key and lock control program accountability control and proper disposition of assigned property through administrative offices. Maintains and enforces security for funds, merchandise, supplies and equipment to preclude or minimize the potential for fraud waste and abuse.
  5. Develops plans for the use of sports facilities in the basic categories (i.e., basketball, softball, and those designed to meet more specialized interest and needs (i.e., karate and judo): Devises and adapts these various activities to conform to limitations in funds, facilities, equipment, and staff support. Ensures maximum effectiveness in attracting and motivating participants in recurring and nonrecurring activities and special events.
  6. Responsible for risk management to eliminate unsafe conditions and practices to protect employees, patrons, equipment and property. Interacts with local safety professional and industrial hygienists in the review process and makes recommendations for improvements. Ensures all recreational equipment conforms to the safety guidelines established by nationally recognized consumer agencies. Prepares written reports on inspections, recommending hazard abatement plans and conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections have been made.
  7. The incumbent may provide direct administrative and technical supervision to one or the following positions: NF-0188-03 Supervisory Recreation Specialists, NF-0189-02 Recreational Assistants and NF-0189-01 Recreation Aids. Interviews and selects new employees and provides them with required orientation; plans and assigns work; provides applicable performance; resolves problems; approves leave; under direction initiates discipline or meritorious actions, as appropriate; develops training plans recommends advancement; and promotes equal Employment Opportunity.
  8. Ensure records are maintained for all sports and that current standings are advertised. Reviews participation, resources, unforeseen developments and program objectives. Determines the need for publicity, schedules of events and submits to the media and publicity specialist, ensuring maximum effectiveness in attracting and motivating participants in providing the widest possible range of activities in terms of military personnel interest and needs.
  9. Prepares and submits preliminary annual income/expenditure data for NAF budget via SAP systems. Monitors respective budget documentation to ensure appropriate execution of same. Recommends cost savings and budget reductions as required and/or noted. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

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.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

  • Knowledge of athletics, fitness, sports and related safety programs that would be obtained with completion of a four-year degree in athletics or related field or a minimum of four years of progressive experience in the athletic/recreation arena. Must have an in-depth knowledge of activities, interest and needs of the military community to plan and conduct programs which will attract maximum number of participants.
  • Knowledge of NCAA, AAU, ASA rules and Navy and Armed Forces instruction on sports and athletics programs.
  • Skill and knowledge necessary to effectively manage financial and physical resources.
  • Knowledge of personal physical fitness to include but not limited to basic anatomy, cardiovascular system, aerobics and aqua aerobic/anaerobic exercise and be proficient in formulating both personal and group physical fitness programs for a vast section of the military community.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to supervise, direct and motivate employees to obtain maximum productivity and efficiency. Must be knowledgeable in non-appropriated (NAF) personnel instructions and must be able to apply them while handling routine to complex personnel issues. Must have ability and knowledge to deal with personnel actions in a logical way that would be satisfying to both management and personnel involved.

Education

Completion of a four-year degree in athletics or related field.

Additional information

To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

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. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

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 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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

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