The incumbent assists in delivering programs to the shipboard community and facilitates fleet participation in departmental activities. Provides training to Recreation Services Officers and Fund Custodians through facilitation of the Fleet Recreation Management Course. Provides technical training and guidance in the functional areas of afloat recreation programs, accounting, auditing, procurement, general program administration and fund management. Assists in coordinating shipboard participation in the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department recreation programs as well as assisting ships in the development of command sponsored activities. May assist the Deployed Forces Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator in sponsoring additional recreation for programs for individual ships, squadrons, groups or ships in port. Provides technical training in area of afloat recreation programs, accounting, auditing, procurement, general administration and fund management. Develops internal controls, budgeting; general administration and record keeping; policy interpretation; procurement, using both APF and NAF funds; design of shipboard fitness sources, Library Resource Centers and Cardio/Fitness areas; planning, supervising and evaluating programs; development of computerized records and files; financial management, administration; and indoctrination briefs. The incumbent along with other Deployed Forces personnel surveys home-ported ships to determine exercise/recreation equipment needs, both short and long term. Shipboard requirements must be met within the limits of electrical service requirements, height and weight limitations, freight costs and expediency requirements, allocated funding and product availability. Equipment cost and complexity range from simple things (e.g. softball gloves) to highly technical items (e.g. electronic fitness equipment). The incumbent provides input into the overall administrative policies for the program. Works in conformance with these policies, plans, procedures, and techniques approved by CNIC and develops, relates and adapts these to meet the specialized needs of the program.

Incumbent assists in establishing and developing internal controls and assists in the preparation of the MWR Fleet Recreation budget execution, analysis and inventory. Incumbent is responsible to ensure all transactions for receipt, safekeeping, deposit, disbursement and accountability of funds and property are performed in accordance with established policies and regulations. Assists in managing, overseeing, and executing the annual budget and recommends and may submit purchase orders, vouchers, work orders and contracts as necessary. Assists with internal controls over the Afloat Recreation property, equipment and supplies. Maintains property management records, hand receipt files, and property location information. Reports any discrepancies to the Deputy Deployed Forces Coordinator who is responsible to develop and justify the overall budget and financial goals for the Deployed Forces Program. Ensures that both NAF and APF funds are expended properly and judiciously within the limits of budgetary plans. Incumbent must assure that facilities and equipment are well maintained, safe, cost-effective to operate and suited to the needs of the varied programs and clientele. Assists with conducting studies to determine the adequacy of present equipment and facilities; develops standards, specifications and criteria for new or revised construction projects. Recommends projects for consideration and approval for funding assistance. As a qualified course manager for the Afloat Recreation Management Course, provides required training to on-board recreation staff. This is a 3-day course of instruction. Also trains Fund Custodians via financial workshops in the electronic management of the recreation fund. Incumbent assists in compliance with MWR Safety Programs as well as safety practices promulgated by federal law and Navy safety instructions and regulations established for the Deployed Forces Program and facilities. Ensures compliance with an accident prevention program to eliminate unsafe conditions and practices which may result in injury to patrons, self, equipment or property.

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.
• Position has been designated non-critical sensitive. As a position of trust and ITII position, employment is conditional on the successful competition of an Access National Agency Check (ANACI). Position requires eligibility for a secret clearance.

Qualifications

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- general recreation, or one of the appropriate fields of recreation such as outdoor recreation; recreation and parks leadership; wildland recreation management; natural resources recreation; youth recreation; public, urban, or community recreation; special populations recreation (e.g., senior citizens, institutional, etc.); or physical education.

OR

Experience
General Experience: Experience that provided a knowledge of the goals, principles, methods, and techniques of recreation, and an understanding of the interests of individuals or groups.

Specialized Experience: Experience that demonstrated the ability to apply the principles of one or more specialty areas of recreation. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:

• Planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, or evaluating community, industrial, outdoor, institutional, or other recreational programs.
• Planning, establishing, or evaluating a recreational curriculum for junior college or higher academic levels.
• Instructing in the principles and techniques of recreational program planning and management.
• Serving in a leadership role in the programs and activities of local, regional, and/or national recreational organizations.

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.

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Résumé: two-page limit, learn more here - Resume Requirements
• Proof of education: official transcripts only if qualifying all or in-part based on education; diplomas and degree audits are not acceptable. Failure to provide official transcripts will result in an ineligibility rating.
• Proof of training: licensures and certifications are acceptable, must show your name, licensure/certification type, and expiration date (if applicable)
• 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

Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major). If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent. Altered transcripts will not be accepted.

Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.

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