Clarification from the agency

Open to the public, military spouses, and veterans.

• The applicant plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, motivates, publicizes (either verbally or via written methods, individually or through others inside/outside the department), and administers the activities and services of an installation sports, aquatics and fitness program. The program includes year-round sporting activities, both directed, self-directed, intramural sports, informal games and contests, and special events to improve and promote the physical fitness and mental well-being of authorize patrons.
• Researches the populations' interests and adapts these various activities to the wide range of participant needs.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing activities and programs from the standpoint of particular response of available resources (financial, manpower, etc., unforeseen developments, and program objectives) and adapts and varies program activities in light of such findings.
• Facilities/Activities may include some or all of the following: picnic areas, softball fields, multi-purpose fields, outdoor basketball, volleyball courts, track, running trails, indoor gymnasium, basketball courts, racquetball courts, gear issue room and a physical fitness facility with separate locations for a weightlifting.
• Area of responsibility normally includes men's and women's locker/ shower rooms and saunas.
• Applicant is responsible for maintaining the athletic facilities and surrounding areas. Makes recommendations to the MWR/Recreation Director/designated Supervisor concerning the need for improvements to the existing facilities to meet the needs of our customers.
• Ensures adequate and safe spaces are being maintained.
• Responsible for generating and submitting for approval request for purchases in accordance with the current regulations and local instructions and within approved budget; recommends approval of purchase variances; and performs research to recommend source of procurement.
• Ensures accountability of all receipts, propriety of expenditures, accuracy of source data, and adherence of internal control procedures at all subordinate levels, maintains the key and lock control program accountability control and proper to disposition of assigned property through administrative offices.
• Maintains and enforces security for funds, merchandise, supplies, and equipment to preclude or minimize the potential for fraud waste and abuse.
• Develops plans for the use of sports facilities in the basic categories (i.e., basketball, softball and those designated to meet more specialized interest, and needs (i.e., karaoke and judo): Devises and adapts these various activities to conform to limitations in funds, facilities, equipment, and staff support.
• Ensures maximum effectiveness in attracting and motivating participants in recurring and nonrecurring activities and special events.
• Responsible for risk management to eliminate unsafe conditions and practices to protect employees, patrons, equipment and property. Interacts with local safety professional and industrial hygienist in the review process and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Ensures all recreational equipment conforms to the safety guidelines established by nationally recognized consumer agencies.
• Prepares written reports on inspections, recommending hazard, abatement plans and conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections have been made.
• The applicant may provide direct administrative and technical supervision to one or the following positions: NF - 0188-03 Supervisory Recreation Specialist, NF - 0189-02 Recreational Assistants and NF - 0189-01 Recreation Aids.
• Interviews and selects new employees and provide them with required orientation; plans and assigns work; provides applicable performance; resolves problems; approves leave; under direction initiates discipline or meritorious actions, as appropriate; develops training plans recommends advancement and promotes equal Employment Opportunity.
• Ensure records are maintained for all sports and that current standings are advertised. Reviews participation, resources unforeseen developments and program objectives.
• Determines the need for publicity, schedules of events and submits to the media and publicly specialist, ensuring maximum effectiveness in attracting and motivating participants in providing the widest possible range of activities in terms of military personnel interest and needs.
• Prepares and submits preliminary annual income/expenditure data for NAF budget via SAP systems. Monitors respective budget documentation to ensure appropriate execution of same. Recommends cost savings and budget reductions as required and/or noted.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.
• The work requires standing, sitting, walking and lifting 50 pounds or more while performing duties.
• Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift, late shift, evenings, weekends and holidays when the need arises.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certification is required.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency in the area of exercise science or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

• Knowledge of athletics, fitness, sports and related safety programs that would be obtained with completion of a four-year degree in athletics or related field of a minimum of four years of progressive experience in the athletic/recreation arena.
• Must have an in-depth knowledge of activities, interest and needs at the military community to plan and conduct programs, which will attract a maximum number of participants.
• Knowledge of NCAA, AAU, ASA rules and Navy and Armed Forces instruction of sports and athletic programs.
• Skills and knowledge necessary to effectively manage financial and physical resources.
• Knowledge of personal physical fitness to include but not limited to basic anatomy, cardiovascular system, aerobics and aqua aerobics/anaerobic exercise and be proficient in formulating both personal and group physical fitness programs for a vast section of the military community.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally it in writing.
• Ability to supervise, direct and motivate employees to obtain maximum productivity and efficiency.
• Must be knowledgeable in non- appropriated (NAF) personnel instructions and must be able to apply them while handling routine to complex personal issues.
• Must have ability and knowledge to deal with personal actions in a logical way that would be satisfying to both management and personnel involved.

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. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided 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.

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Resume
• Proof of education/training: 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

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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