The position is location at Deployed Forces Support, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Navy Region Southwest.
The position is location at Deployed Forces Support, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Navy Region Southwest.
This position is eligible for a $500 sign-on and retention bonuses up to $1,750 within the first year of employment.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
The incumbent is responsible for the following supporting and coordinating the efforts of the MWR Departments, in the Navy Region Southwest, in meeting the needs of afloat units. Providing formal training to shipboard recreation services personnel. Locally implementing and executing Commander, Navy Installation Command's (CNIC) Fleet Recreation Operations and Maintenance, Navy (O&MN) equipment grant program. Providing assistance to the fleet in property management, internal controls and financial administration. Providing recreational activities and programs for the fleet in the Navy Region Southwest. Providing assistance and support for CNIC's Civilian Afloat Program.
A. Support and Coordination
The incumbent serves as a liaison between the fleet and MWR Departments. As such, they support the department in delivering programs to the shipboard community and facilitate fleet participation in departmental activities. The Deployed Forces Support Coordinator works closely with Recreation Department Athletic Directors, Publicity Managers, Information Tickets and Tour Managers and all MWR department facility managers.
B. Training
The incumbent provides training to Recreation Services Officers, Fund Custodians and Afloat Civilians by presenting the Fleet Recreation Management Course as a qualified course manager. Provides technical training in the functional areas of afloat recreation program accounting, auditing, procurement, general program administration and fund management.
C. CNIC O&MN Equipment Grant Program
Deployed Forces Support Coordinators manage the CNIC fleet exercise/recreation equipment grant program for the Southwest Region. To that end, the incumbent surveys homeported ships to determine exercise/recreation equipment needs, both short term and long term. Equipment cost and complexity range from simple items (e.g., softball gloves) to highly technical items (e.g., electronic fitness equipment). Shipboard requirements must be met within the limits of allocated funding and product availability. The incumbent completes all phases of the procurement process including storage and distribution. Proper administration of the program requires extensive record keeping and attention to detail.
D. Management Support
Deployed Forces Support Coordinators serve as a source of management support for shipboard recreation personnel. Examples of assistance include the following:
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 possess the following:
The position requires specialized experience of at least five years:
The position requires formal education with a four-year baccalaureate (bachelor's) degree from an accredited college or university with a major in recreation administration, exercise science, tourism or physical education. A master's-level graduate degree in recreation administration or business administration is desired. Equivalent experience may be substituted for formal education.
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.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/07/2023 to receive consideration.
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