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Supervisory Recreation Specialist - Community Recreation (Camp McKean)

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations Command
CNRNW Naval Base Kitsap N92 - MWR

Summary

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.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/02/2026 to 03/16/2026
Salary
$22.25 to - $27 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Camp McKean
Bremerton, WA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Seasonal - NTE 180 DAYS
Work schedule
Intermittent
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
26-12898736
Control number
859543100

Duties

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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.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion and maintenance of National Agency (NACI) background check
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license

Qualifications

  • 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.

Education

In order to qualify for this position, you must meet one of the following:
  • Must have a four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation or related subject area*
  • Three years of equivalent recreation related work experience.
  • Three years of customer service and/or activity based functions.
OR
  • Combination of recreation related experience with post-high school education in a recreation or related subject area.*

*Related field includes Outdoor Recreation, Marketing, Business, Recreation and Parks Leadership, Wild Land Management, Natural Resources Recreation, Youth Recreation, Public, Urban, or Community Recreation, special populations recreation (e.g. senior citizens, institutional, etc.), or Physical Education.

If claiming education in place of specialized experience you must upload your transcripts at the time of application in order to be considered for this position.

Additional information

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.

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 Region Northwest 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.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

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

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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