Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

• Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution and administration of a diverse recreation program. Develops and or assists managers with writing standard operating procedures. Ensures programs are in compliance with local Regional program policies, regulations, and procedures, and higher level Navy and DoD instructions, regulations and program standards; uses judgement in adapting guidelines for specific situations. methods and processes that may deviate from guidelines.
• 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 (NAF) employees and acts as Rating Official (RO).
• 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 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. Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations to support and benefit MWR programs.
• Exercises delegated managerial authority to a set series of annual, multi-year or similar types of long range work plans, schedules for work.

Conditions of employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Hours of work will vary. May be required to work split days off, evening, weekends and holidays.
• Must posses and maintain a valid state driver's license for operation of government vehicles.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree in Recreation or three (3) years of comparable experience (in recreation) that illustrates a progression in management experience
• Posses 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 posses 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.
• Kowledge of business principles and personnel management.
• Ability to communicate and clarify the application of the departments policies to employees and management personel.
• 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.

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.