Duties
A. Plans and Administers Installation Sports, Fitness, and Aquatics Program
Plans and administers the total installation sports and fitness program consisting of self-directed and unit level sports/athletic programs, intramural sports programs, above-intramural sports programs, aquatic programs, and comprehensive self-directed and unit level fitness programs.
Provides specific guidance regarding the maintenance of current and development of new programs to fitness/gym, aquatics and intramural sports activity/facility managers. Continuously reviews the overall sports, fitness and aquatics program and its subprograms for accomplishments; recommends and establishes new operational activities/subprograms in conjunction with section managers. Continuously reviews ongoing program and provide activity managers with guidance to plan and implement changes.
Solicits input from activity managers regarding internal short/long range goals, objectives and program standards. Monitors various programs to ensure standards are met or exceeded. Routinely evaluates and reviews ongoing programs and provides activity managers with guidance that may develop, adapt, modify, expand, or otherwise change the program activity to better meet and enhance the expected effectiveness of the programmed activity. Uses metric and financial data to make recommendations and modifications to programs.
Ensures that all facilities and playing fields associated with the program meets established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines. Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with local agencies. Assists in planning and designing of construction projects that include facility and playing field renovations and new construction projects.
Incumbent frequently reviews long and short-term program goals and when necessary, makes revisions to meet the ever-changing needs and diverse interest of the community. Performs regular analysis of projected projects and programs, considering operating budget, staffing requirements, plans, trends, command mission and changing population. Responsible for program incorporating fads and trends and financial feasibility to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensures that the sports, fitness and aquatics program is in compliance with regional program policies, regulations, and procedures, DOD instructions, SUPERS, other regulations, standard operating procedures and letters of instruction; uses judgment in adapting guidelines for specific situations, methods and processes that may deviate from guidelines.
B. Provides Supervision
Provides administrative and technical supervision to a workforce consisting of both appropriated and non-appropriated fund employees: up to five NF4 or GS 9/11 Supervisory Recreation Specialists and 1 to 3 NF3/GS 5/7, Leads, Sports Technician, and Equipment Maintenance personnel. Indirectly supervises up to 80 full-time, part-time and flex scheduled APF & NAF support and recreation employees. Sets priorities and establishes schedules for work completion. Distributes and balances work based upon priority, skill requirements and level of difficulty. Discusses activities in process, answering questions from team members concerning procedures, directives, policy, etc. Evaluates performance of subordinates and provides specific recommendations related to training needs. Responsible for training, supervising, scheduling & evaluating all employees within the branch. Interviews and recommends for selection all new hires within the branch, initiates appropriate disciplinary action; hears and resolves complaints from employees. Assures equality in determining selection, assignment, training and promotion, discipline and incentive awards to employees. Controls attendance and leave insuring adequate work force is available at all times to accomplish the mission. Routinely approves sick and annual leave.
Incumbent actively supports and promotes all aspects of the Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Ensures all laws and regulations concerning Merit System Principles and Prohibited Personnel Practices are adhered to.
C. Coordinates Budget Requirements
Coordinates budget requirements with activity/facility managers and provides general guidance for preparation of the annual operating budget. Based on activity input formulates budget plans for both appropriated and non-appropriated funds. Justifies budget requirements for personnel, equipment, supplies, travel, training, and service contracts. Reviews monthly financial reports, compares to budget, provides execution explanations for higher level review. Develops plans for under executed funds, end of the year funds and future requirements.
Maintains funds and property accountability for all APF and NAF fund equipment, supplies, resale funds, and inventories. Incumbent is responsible for ensuring inventories are conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory guidelines.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a secret Security clearance.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license for operating government vehicles.
- Incumbent must have current CPR and First Aid certifications.
- Preferred CFL and NOFFS Certification. Must be obtained within first six (6) months 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 will possess the following:
Knowledge of goals, philosophy, principles, techniques and methods of procedures used in organizing, planning and administering a sports, fitness and aquatics programs as would be gained through a four-year undergraduate degree in Sports or Recreation Management or through three years of relative experience. This would enable the incumbent to apply the principles, concepts, and techniques of sports, fitness and aquatics administration for a military community. Must be capable of organizing and operating several facilities/programs simultaneously.
Skill in dealing with people and knowledge of human relations sufficient to effectively perform supervisory duties such as counsel employees, develop performance standards and appraise employee performance, assign and direct work, resolve employee complaints, recruit, select, train and develop personnel. Knowledge and understanding of the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
Knowledge of sports and fitness sufficient to understand the physical and psychological effects of these activities in order to recognize the needs, physical capabilities, and physical limitations of participants and to develop, adapt, modify, expand, or otherwise change program/activity.
Knowledge of a wide range of sports, fitness and aquatic activities and services that will support implementation of these services and activities for a large military community.
Skill in the effective management and utilization of available resources and the ability to determine and justify the funds, travel, training, supplies and equipment needed to develop and carry out diverse sports fitness and aquatics program.
Knowledge of a wide range of concepts, theories, principles, games rules, procedures which enable the incumbent to apply such information to insure a balanced program and contribute to appropriate activities for patrons.
Knowledge of general business principles for financial planning/reporting and of the Department of the Navy budget process methods for appropriated and non-appropriated funds (NAF) to ensure optimum use of resources. Ability to plan, present, and execute budgets and to analyze impact on programs and to forecast long term funding requirements.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to solve problems with skill, tact and resourcefulness.
Education
Four-year undergraduate degree in Sports or Recreation Management. Transcripts must be attached to application for consideration.
Must complete all Navy MWR required certifications within 6 months of employment. Current certifications in Command Fitness Leader (CFL) and Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Systems (NOFFS) is preferred.
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 8/31/23 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.
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.
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