Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Community Recreation) Job in Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

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

• Military spouses

  Military spouses relocating under PCS orders or whose spouse is 100% disabled or died while on active duty.

• Family of overseas employees

  Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.

Duties

• Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse Community Recreation program.
• Ensures interviews and selection of new hires are performed in accordance with established hiring practices.
• Leads and instructs subordinate staff in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of outdoor skills areas including but not limited to camping, cycling, sailing, backpacking, canoeing, snow skiing, hiking or water sports.
• Provides outdoor field experiences related to above skill training in the form of day and weekend trips.
• Leads day-to-day operation of multiple programs to which assigned; assists with staffing, training and scheduling.
• Uses creativity to plan, promote and implement well-rounded Community Recreation programs utilizing numerous facilities within the entire MWR Department in accordance with CNIC approved program standards.
• Coordinates leisure skills development activities and classes.
• Organizes community special events such as comedy shows, holiday events, celebrity appearances, concerts, 4th of July Festival, and Winterfest, which are just a few of the many programs offered throughout the year.
• Serves as a liaison for MWR related activities associated with Training Support Center (TSC), Fleet & Family Readiness Departments (N9) and other tenant commands on base, on an as needed basis.
• Provides support for unit allocation events to include equipment, programming ideas, and coordination assistance.
• Researches and provides information and referral on a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.
• Seeks ways to promote and market MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base,
• Provides administrative duties and support through after-action reports, data collection and database administration. All administrative duties are completed through a variety of sources including computer software that tracks patron's usage and responses (includes providing information for metrics and patron counts).
• Solicits input from activity managers regarding internal short/long range goals, business plan objectives and program standards.
• Monitors various programs to ensure standards are met or exceeded.
• Assists with -writing standard operating procedures.
• Provides onsite project oversight, ensures that approved plans are implemented, and notifies local and regional leadership of any issues or concerns that may arise.
• Uses metrics and financial data to make recommendations for any modifications to programs.
• Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the Community Recreation program meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines.
• Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with appropriate entities.
• Leads and performs check-in and checkout of materials and collects any applicable fees by operating point of sale (POS) computer system for equipment and activities associated with Community Recreation Programs.
• Inspects equipment upon return for damage and makes recommendations for replacement when required.
• Completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) to ensure accountability for the balancing and reconciliation of daily sales transactions.
• Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail items, supplies and any other item deemed to have cash value.
• Promotes customer service awareness and information, requisitioning merchandise, ensuring adequate stock levels, entertainment and promotion schedules.
• Transports patrons off base to local attractions for trips, tours and outings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Travel of less than 10% may be required.
• Must possess and maintain a current driver's license to drive a government vehicle in the performance of duties.
• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, without a fixed schedule.
• Work may require sitting, walking, long periods of standing, bending and lifting of moderately heavy items up to 40 pounds, occasionally required to lift heavier items.

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 05/13/2025 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/12690313It 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

Please ensure that your resume and supporting documents contains all the information requested in the vacancy announcement. If your resume and supporting documents do not provide all the information requested on this form and in the job vacancy announcement, you may lose consideration for the job.

All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement cut-off date. Please note that if you provide an inaccurate email address or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate.