Job opening: SPORTS SPECIALIST (YOUTH ACTIVITIES)
Salary: $46 696 - 60 703 per year
Published at: Aug 07 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
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The primary purpose of this position is to provide year round recreation and sports programs for dependent youth in grades Kindergarten through High School Senior. Also assumes full duties and responsibilities of the Youth Center Director in their absence.
Duties
Organizes, develops, coordinates, plans, administers and implements a moderately large, dependent youth sports program. Plans, organizes, schedules and promotes recurring and non-recurring activities ensuring maximum effectiveness in attracting participants to program activities.
Within established program guidelines, determines the score and variety of offerings considering the interests and abilities of the local youth and the availability of resources/facilities. Establishes and schedules leagues and tournament activities for various team sports.
Recruits and selects officials and coaches for sports activities. Ensures functional arrangements, equipment, supplies, etc. needed for various activities are available, appropriate and in acceptable condition for safe usage.
Oversees the Youth Center Snack Bar operations and concession stands by maintaining sufficient snack bar inventory for resale to include ordering and stocking. Considers input from patrons on items for resale. Conducts in-house training of all employees with regard to snack bar procedures.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- PCS expenses are not authorized
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- May be subject to a uncommon tour of duty
- Overtime may be required
- This position has been identified as having regular contact with children. IAW Public Law 101-647, Section 231a, a State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) is required.
- Completion of Local Agency Check (LAC) and a successful completion of National Agency Check with inquiries is required.
- Ability to obtain medical certificate, food handlers card and Red Cross First Aid/CPR training
- Must possess and maintain a current state driver's license with a positive driving record
- This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use
- A pre-employment physical examination will be required
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-05 grade level or equivalent. My experience includes the ability to plan, supervise, administer, or carry out a sports program that includes a variety of individual and team sports; and guide participants in developing the skills needed for participation in sports activities and to teach the techniques of various sports. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Managing or administering a sports program in a community, industrial activity, or secondary school or college, or planning, teaching, or evaluating a physical education curriculum for secondary or higher academic levels, or managing, umpiring, or officiating at amateur or professional athletic events, competitions, or games.
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EDUCATION: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
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Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, education must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of the principals of recreation programming with an emphasis on sports.
Ability to plan, evaluate and execute a continuing sports program.
Practical knowledge of sports activities and the rules governing the sport.
Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of individuals from different backgrounds.
Ability to evaluate and recommend changes to meet the needs of the participants.
Ability to handle funds, cash register and general knowledge of cash handling.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you
MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click
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FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Contacts
- Address Holloman AFB
681 Second Street
Bldg 222, Ste 201
Holloman AFB, NM 88330
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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