Supervisory Recreation Specialist - Aquatics Job in Kitsap County, WA

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

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

Duties

• Assists in planning, and implementing a comprehensive, aquatics program, for active and retired military, authorized civilians, contractors, and dependents at multiple facilities.
• Program includes recreation swim, lap swim, water safety instruction, aquatic events, etc.
• Protects lives through aggressive prevention, preparedness, education, emergency medical, and rescue programs.
• Ensures all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to swimming pools and waterfronts are posted and observed.
• Performs water rescues and land rescues equal to the standard of training when an emergency is taking place (e.g. drowning, medical or trauma in the water, etc.).
• Manages respiratory, cardiac and first aid emergencies to include performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bag-valve-mask (BVM) resuscitation, or automatic external defibrillation (AED).
• Manages the use and maintenance of emergency equipment such as specialized kits and rescue bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, and monitoring equipment.
• Develops and oversees emergency medical and rescue training, public education and other related educational and functional duties.
• Teaches various swimming skills and basic diving for all age groups. Prepares material for classes being taught. Ensures the safety of all patrons in the class.
• Ensures all maintenance work, water chemical testing, pool vacuuming, and filtration
• Serves as the subject matter expert on aquatics for the installation.

• Plans and coordinates the details of activities, special events and joint community undertakings within the assigned program(s) to make maximum use of resources, consistent with military mission and with the principles of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program development.
• Assists the Fitness Program Director in periodically updating the departmental strategic plan and reports.
• Monitors inventories, cost controls, patron counts and maintains related records and reports.
• Seeks ways to directly connect departmental plans to current CNIC, MWR priorities including recruitment and retention.
• Coordinates program efforts with other Fitness Division team members.
• Works closely with other MWR departmental personnel in regards to scheduling, supervision, and facility guidelines.
• Identifies installation and MWR target groups with whom special programs may be cosponsored.
• Assists in developing and maintaining a comprehensive publicity and marketing plan to include public relation duties (e.g., preparing and distributing flyers, press releases, brochures, etc.).
• Arranges for equipment, supplies and services needed to accomplish scheduled programs and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Ensures programs, operations, and use of equipment are conducted within all prescribed sanitation, and health and safety regulations, standards, and guidelines.
• Assists in implementing an effective written safety/risk management plan and procedures for emergency care for participants; schedules training/certification classes in First Aid/CPR training for appropriate personnel.
• Conducts regular safety inspections of the facilities, and reports concerns to the immediate supervisor.
• Prepares training manuals/material, operating manuals, and conducts staff meetings and training.
• Provides clerical support, program registration, answers telephones, and maintains correspondence with other divisions or agencies; responds to public inquiries about the facility.
• Assists with reservations, contracts, and access list for various fitness, sports, and aquatics facilities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Plans, schedules, and assigns work, based on priorities, difficulty of assignments, and the capabilities for one or more NF1 Recreation Assistants, NF2 Recreation Assistants, and NF3 Recreation Specialists
• Establishes performance standards, provides continuous feedback, and conducts annual performance reviews of staff.
• Interviews and recommends candidates for selection for hire, promotion, or reassignment.
• Monitors and approves or disapproves timekeeping and leave requests.
• Ensures staff complete all required training and receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.
• Identifies and provides employee development opportunities.
• Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary.
• Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understand and adhere to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable.
• Ensures subordinates are fully aware of and comply with appropriate personnel, safety and environmental laws and regulations.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to work varied work schedules to include holidays, weekends, and evenings.
• Must be able to work with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass an initial and recurrent physical agility test.
• Incumbent must pass all applicable records and background checks.
• Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain the following within 90 days of hire:
  • Blood Borne Pathogens Training
  • Navy Basic Fitness Certification (If working in fitness facility)

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 08/10/2025 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.

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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

**First review 07/25/2025**

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.

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