USAJOBS - Job Announcement

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) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations command (CNIC); NBK Bangor.

Summary

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

05/20/2026 to 05/27/2026

Salary: $57,000 - $70,000 per year

Pay scale & grade: NF 4

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Bangor, WA

Remote job: No

Telework eligible: No

Travel Required: Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Appointment type: Permanent

Work schedule: Full-time

Service: Competitive

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

0188 Recreation Specialist

Supervisory status: Yes

Security clearance: Other

Drug test: No

Position sensitivity and risk: Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure: No

Bargaining unit status: No

Announcement number: 26-12967741

Control number: 870168900

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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Plans, develops, organizes, and administers comprehensive sports programs and related special events.
Evaluates programs which will meet participant interests and needs. Determines which events will be conducted and coordinates facilities, personnel, and supplies required.
Promotes, organizes, and administers a comprehensive program for East Sound bases.
Promotes, organizes, and administers extramural and intramural sports programs to coincide with scheduled higher-level tournaments for the same sport within established agency policy and objectives.

Coordinates use of athletic facilities and equipment for scheduled play or special events.
Prepares and disseminates publicity material on scheduled sports programs and special events through available printed media and discussions with command representatives.
Arranges and conducts clinics for all intramural sports. Develops guidelines, bylaws, and schedules for intramural league competition. Designs and maintains statistical records on teams and individual performance.
Determines winners and runners-up (team and individual), sportsmanship, and most valuable players where applicable. Procures trophies, plaques, medals and other awards. Prepares and submits required reports.

Supervises two full-time NF-2 staff member to coordinate events, facilities and equipment maintenance. Supervision includes performance appraisals, discipline, recognition, hire and training.

Coordinates championships in all sports from the intramural level to the Northern Pacific Intramural Sports Conference championship level. Arranges messing, berthing, transportation, and publicity for tournaments as required.
Designs and maintains statistical records on teams and individual performance. Determines winners and runners-up (team and individual), sportsmanship, and most valuable players where applicable.
Procures trophies, plaques, medals and other awards. Prepares and submits required reports.

Plans, develops, and organizes special events such as 5K and 1 OK fun runs, Biathlons, and other activities. Procures trophies, plaques, medals and other awards. Prepares and submits required reports.

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

Knowledge gained through education and training (i.e. Bachelor's Degree in Sports Administration, Recreation Management, or closely related field) and/or equivalent recreation related work experience
Professional certification from a sport's governing body
At least 3 years of experience in the industry.
Combination of experience related to customer service and/or activity based functions
Experience in preparing, monitoring, and executing an annual operating budget
Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and methods of procedures use in organizing, planning and conducting all types of activities
Ability to create, negotiate, implement and sustain partnerships via various MWR agreements
Program planning and leadership skills to devise and implement a leisure and social recreation program
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Education

Must have experience scheduling league play, knowledge gained by prior experience working in a sports management field.
Knowledge and experience to effectively carry out continuing sports projects with proper application of principles and techniques of a recreation specific program.
Knowledge to plan, conduct and implement a variety of activities and services cater to participant interest and needs.
Ability to use and apply computer software and technology to enhance marketing, programming, personnel, and other applicable uses.
Must have skill, tact and resourcefulness to resolve disputes, sometimes physical by displaying patience, understanding and unbiased considerations during active sporting events, treating conflicts on its own merits by applying current approved rules and regulations.

Additional information

The work requires frequent physical exertion while instructing or guiding participants in a variety of activities. Work may require sitting, walking, long periods of standing, bending and lifting of moderately heavy items up to 50 pounds. Work may require working outside for special events or leading outdoor group outings or trips. Hours of work will vary as required by the needs of the program to include split days off, evenings, weekends and holidays.

The entire Sports and special events program is fairly well established. Many aspects of the program are recurring and follow a set pattern of procedures, steps, processes, and methods. The incumbent must make necessary changes to meet the needs of participants, however
the work is typical and conventional.
Work is not complicated by special environmental elements or other circumstances such as extreme limitations in resources and facilities.
Decisions and recommendations as to which programs and activities will be undertaken require assessments of particular interests and needs, of the availability of financial, physical, and human resources. Alternatives must be measured from data gathered and evaluated to insure choices will not affect the overall program.
Due to the seasonal nature of sports, the incumbent must be able to adapt to changing conditions. Fluctuations in the customer base also affects planning and implementation of programs.
While most sports and athletic formats are traditional, originality of delivery is desired to enhance participation. Incumbent must keep abreast of new developments in sports and fitness and introduce these programs.

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.

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.

Required Documents

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The following documents are required at the time of application:

Résumé
Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s), if degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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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. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Agency contact information

NRNW NAF HRO

Email: cnrnwn9nafhr@us.navy.mil

Address: NAVBASE Kitsap Bremerton
1103 Hunley RD
Bldg 94
Silverdale, WA 98315
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

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