Community Recreation Programmer Job in Bremerton, WA

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

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

Duties

• Incumbent is responsible for the planning, coordinating, execution and evaluation of a comprehensive monthly calendar of reoccurring and non-reoccurring recreational activities, classes, events, trips, and programs. Recreation activities include but are not limited to special events, seasonal programs, and ongoing daily activities; including instructional classes, contests, trips and tournaments. Incumbent prepares for these programs by ordering the needed supplies, equipment, transportation, marketing support and making appropriate contacts and arrangements for the success of the programs.
• Arranges for space set up, audio-visual and other equipment and coordinates with managers when additional staff is needed to make a program successful.
• Prepares and provides a detailed program plan that can be given to facilities managers when an activity requires front line staff execution.
• Decorates and sets up for activities/programs and ensures where activities are held are cleaned up both prior to and after events.
• Works closely with Marketing to promote programs that are being planned and implemented.
• Uses creative techniques to encourage/attract patrons to participate.
• Coordinates with the installation marketing representative/sponsorship coordinator identifying commercial sponsorship opportunities in support of the program.
• Incumbent captures metrics and evaluates programs. Evaluates effectiveness of program delivery based on user metrics, surveys, interactions with patrons and ICE comments. Uses data to make recommendations and modification to the program.
• Conducts focus groups in order to determine future programs. Prepares and submits required monthly reports and metrics for area of responsibility.
• Prepares, justifies and monitors the execution of the annual NAF and APF operating budget.
• Reviews financial reports, compares to budget and provides execution explanation for higher level review.
• Researches and prepares purchasing documents in support of equipment/program funding.
• Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the program meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines.
• Identifies and communicates repairs related to facility and equipment maintenance deficiencies to the appropriate representatives.
• Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with local agencies.
• Incumbent may be required to act in a lead capacity, training, directing and assigning work, preparing work schedules and assisting supervisor with timekeeping responsibilities for Recreation Assistants, Guides, and Motor Vehicle Operators. Provides necessary on the job training for staff as required and provides input to the manager on employee performance.
• Recruits, trains and manages volunteers, special interest groups and interns associated with programs in area of responsibility.
• Maintains documentation and ensures procedures are in place for managing special interest groups, volunteers and interns associated with the program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• The employee must satisfactory complete a suitability background check and obtain a security clearance when necessary for access to areas of responsibility.
• This position may require the employee to occasionally travel away from the normal duty station.
• The employee may be required to work overtime.
• This position requires the employee to drive motor vehicles including a 15-passenger van.
• A valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• Requires within the first 90 days on the job be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Requires Safe Inflatable Operators Training Organization training

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

How to Apply

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 07/11/2025 to receive consideration. 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.

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12446374 It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=ApplicantTo verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated.

For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/statusDON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

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.