Summary
This position is located within the Regional Support Services Program, Mid-Atlantic MWR Department, Fitness/Sports and Fleet Recreation Division, Fitness/Sports Branch/Sewells Point, Naval Support Activity, Norfolk. The purpose of this position is to provide service to eligible patrons of the parks, ball fields, and outdoor courts located at Naval Station Norfolk and NSA Norfolk.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
Duties
A. Supervisory Duties
The incumbent plans the work of the unit, establishes procedures, and makes recommendations to the Operations Manager on ways or methods to improve quality and timeliness. The incumbent is responsible for making informal recommendations concerning such personnel matters as staffing needs, promotions, reassignments, or other status changes affecting assigned personnel. Approves leave, directs on-the-job training to develop employee skills, advises employees of performance requirements and their progress in meeting those requirements, discusses corrective measures to improve performance and prepares formal performance appraisals. Resolves informal employee complaints, provides general explanation of the nature and basis for personnel policies and procedures. Maintains effective employee and management communications and promotes an equal employment opportunity climate.
Directly Supervises:
(1) Maintenance Worker NA-07
(4) Tractor Operators NA-05
B. Non-Supervisory Duties
1. Oversees all operations of the parks program at Naval Station and NSA Norfolk. This includes ensuring that all areas are kept maintained for programs (picnics, special events, sports gatherings) and that the schedule is maintained without conflicts in timing.
2. Performs maintenance and repair of the physical structures and grounds of all assigned areas. Determines and establishes maintenance criteria and the relative priority of projects to be performed on the grounds and buildings. Participates in developing long range plans for future projects.
3. Maintains picnic areas, ball fields and other assigned areas by cutting grass, planting shrubs, lining ball fields and general landscaping duties as necessary. Maintains jogging trails and provides oversight for mulching projects.
4. Recommends major repairs that cannot be accomplished by incumbent and staff.
III. FACTORSA. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
1. Knowledge gained through experience which enables the employee to competently and independently carry out continuing recreation projects or programs through proper application of the principles, concepts, and techniques of recreation to the specific needs of the projects or programs at hand.
2. Knowledge of upkeep and maintenance of buildings, grounds, athletics and recreational field preparation, seeding, fertilizing, cutting grass, trees and shrubbery. Exercises knowledge in purchasing material and equipment required for upkeep of grounds.
3. Incumbent must possess skill in personnel management and supervision. Must have strong conflict resolution skills needed to diffuse issues with patrons or staff.
4. Incumbent must have knowledge of Navy Safety standards, MWR Department policies and procedures.5. Incumbent must have working knowledge of principles of construction and grass cutting and ball field preparation. Must have productive ideas on use of material and methods insuring effective use of the most economical procedures and techniques and modernization of tools and equipment.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must pass all applicable records and background check.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Valid Driver's License
- The work is performed both in an office setting and outdoors in the park areas; the incumbent may be either indoors and/or outdoors.
- Work may require prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stooping. Lifting is often required. Much time may be spent outdoors exposed to the elements, particularly direct sunlight, heat, rain, wind and snow.
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
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
1. Knowledge gained through experience which enables the employee to competently and independently carry out continuing recreation projects or programs through proper application of the principles, concepts, and techniques of recreation to the specific needs of the projects or programs at hand.
2. Knowledge of upkeep and maintenance of buildings, grounds, athletics and recreational field preparation, seeding, fertilizing, cutting grass, trees and shrubbery. Exercises knowledge in purchasing material and equipment required for upkeep of grounds.
3. Incumbent must possess skill in personnel management and supervision. Must have strong conflict resolution skills needed to diffuse issues with patrons or staff.
4. Incumbent must have knowledge of Navy Safety standards, MWR Department policies and procedures.5. Incumbent must have working knowledge of principles of construction and grass cutting and ball field preparation. Must have productive ideas on use of material and methods insuring effective use of the most economical procedures and techniques and modernization of tools and equipment.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Benefits
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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
The following documents are required at the time of application:
- Resume
- 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
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 07/11/2024 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/12468709
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=Applicant
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DON 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.
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