Job opening: Community Recreation Director
Salary: $45 - 56 per hour
Published at: Aug 08 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
This position is assigned to the Community Programs (N922) Branch; Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Recreational Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services (N94); Commander, Navy Region Hawaii, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam (JBPHH), HI. The primary purpose of this position is to provide support to the Installation Program Director by managing facilities that can include the Information, Tickets and Tours (ITT), Theater, Meeting Rooms, Special Events, Auto Skills Program and Library.
Duties
Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse recreation program. Develops and or assists managers with writing standard operating procedures. Ensures programs are in compliance with local regional program policies, regulations, and procedures, and higher-level Navy and DoD instructions, regulations and program standards; uses judgment in adapting guidelines for specific situations, methods and processes that may deviate from guidelines.
Provides specific guidance regarding the maintenance of current and development of new programs to recreation division managers. Continuously reviews the overall assigned recreation programs for accomplishments; recommends and establishes new operational activities/subprograms in conjunction with activity managers. Monitors associated contracts, Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding (MOA/MOU) in Area of Responsibility (AOR).
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. Performs regular analysis of projected projects and programs, considering operating budget, staffing requirements, plans, trends, command mission and changing population. Provides onsite project oversight and 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 program meet 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 and renovation projects.
Provides administrative and technical supervision of a workforce consisting of both Appropriated (APF) and Non-Appropriated fund (NAF) employees and acts as Rating Official (RO). Acts as Senior Rating Official (SRO) for activity managers in assigned AOR. Ensures approved staffing levels are maintained to support programs and operations in a cost-effective manner. Distributes and balances work based upon priority, skill requirements, and level of difficulty. Discusses work in progress, answering questions from team members concerning procedures, directives, policy, etc., as well as technical questions. Evaluates performance of subordinates and provides specific recommendations related to training needs, Responsible for training, supervising, scheduling and evaluating all employees within the branch. Participates in interviews and recommends selection for 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. Recommends awards or bonuses for supervisory and non-supervisory personnel and changes in position classification, subject to approval by higher level supervisors.
Actively supports and promotes all aspects of the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and Affirmative Action Plan as directed by applicable laws and regulations, and to communicate this support to subordinates, minority groups and women. Ensures all laws and regulations concerning Merit System Principles and Prohibited Personnel Practices are adhered to.
Coordinates budget requirements with activity/facility managers and provides general guidance for preparation of the annual operating budget. Based on activity input formulates budgets for both Appropriated and Non-Appropriated funds. Maintains funds and property accountability for all APF and NAF fund equipment, supplies, resale funds, and inventories in AOR. Responsible for inventories conducted in accordance with applicable higher level regulatory guidelines. May act as an Approving Official (AO) for government purchase card holders within AOR.
Represents the department at meetings, conferences, etc. Cultivates a cooperative relationship with the military, regional, and civilian community by maintaining liaison with private organizations, special interest groups, community groups, etc. Oversees, solicits and helps to negotiate partnerships on behalf of the MWR Department. Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations to support and benefit MWR programs. Exercises delegated managerial authority to a set series of annual, multi-year or similar types of long-range work plans, schedules for work. Assures implementation (by lower or subordinate staff) of the goals and objectives for the program area of responsibility (AOR).
Performs other related duties as assigned.
**Position Description Pending for Classification**
Requirements
- 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.
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 possesses the following:
Knowledge Required by the Position:
A four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation or three years of comparable experience that illustrates a progression in management experience is required. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of recreation policies, requirements, administrative practices and procedures relating to the planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating of recreational programs and the efficient operation and utilization of facilities and equipment. Must be capable of organizing and operating several facilities/programs simultaneously. Must possess skill in negotiating program issues and operational requirements with patrons and personnel inside and outside the local installation and community organizations. Must have knowledge of general business principles for financial planning/reporting and of the Department of the Navy budget process methods for APF and NAF funds 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.
Knowledge of business principles and personnel management.
Ability to communicate and clarify the application of the department's policies to employees and management personnel.
Ability to develop, explain, justify, persuade and deal with a wide range of problems and with people of diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to manage various functions through a subordinate staff.
Ability to communicate proficiently both orally and in writing.
Supervisor Controls:
This position is accountable to the Installation Program Director (IPD) or MWR Director. The IPD sets overall objectives and priorities, but the employee is expected to carry out duties independently. Supervisor provides guidance and consultation as required. The incumbent has considerable responsibility for and independence in planning and implementing a recreation program. Program services and operations are periodically reviewed for quality level, responsiveness to community interest and need, and achievement of program objectives.
Guidelines:
The DODI 1015.10 and CNIC 1710.3 are specific guidance for this program. In addition, may utilize other manuals, directives and publications (example: Navy Program Standards) prescribed by higher authorities that affect the operations of the local MWR Department. Verbally discusses policies on personnel management, finance, supplies and equipment requisitions, programs and general administrative procedures with appropriate personnel.
Complexity:
The Community Recreation Program encompasses many different and unrelated processes, methods and procedures and must be carefully managed to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. The program utilizes a variety of scattered facilities and areas.
The work directed is analytical, interpretive, judgmental, evaluative and creative. Such workplaces significant demands on the supervisor to resolve conflicts and maintain compatibility of interpretation, judgment, logic and policy application, because the facts, information and circumstances often vary substantially; guidelines are incomplete, or do not readily yield identical results, or differences in judgments, recommendations, interpretations, or decisions can have consequences or impact on the work of other subordinates. Such work also may be accomplished by a team, each member of which contributes a portion of the analyses, facts, information, proposed actions, or recommendations, which are then integrated by the supervisor.
Scope and Effect:
Work affects the success of the Navy mission. A well-rounded MWR program contributes to fleet readiness and provides the sailors and the base Community with a positive leisure experience. Activities, programs and services provided by the Community Recreation Program are highly visible because of the direct interactions with both internal and external customers and all actions directly contribute to the morale and welfare of the Installation community.
Depending on the location of the position, the work provided supports Active Duty service members, their immediate family members, military retirees and DoD civilian employees.
Personal Contacts:
In addition to program participants and volunteers, the incumbent has contact with command officials. co- workers, local contractors, special interest groups, local community, and the general public. Command level departments such as but not limited to: Senior command leadership. Public Works, Security, Base Medical, Navy Exchange, Commissary, Human Resources, Union representatives and representatives from the Fleet and Family Readiness Department.
Purpose of Contacts:
Purpose of contacts is to effectively solicit support for the recreation program, identify information and resources in the local community for the base population, and negotiate and promote access to those resources to ultimately provide a fully developed Community Recreation Program to the base population. In addition, the purpose of the contacts is to ensure that information provided to internal and external parties is accurate and consistent: to plan and coordinate the work directed with that of others outside the subordinate organization; and/or to resolve differences of opinion among managers, supervisors, and employees.
Physical Demands:
The employee's work is sedentary at times but physical exertion is involved with program set-up. Bending, stooping, lifting of items, etc. will be required when organizing or setting up for programs/events. Work may require considerable physical exertion while instructing or guiding participants in a variety of activities. 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. Work may require working outside for special events or leading outdoor group outings or trips.
Work Environment:
The activities segment of this position involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of the various activities involved. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, without a fixed schedule. The work areas are adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. Administrative work is performed in an office setting, which has adequate lighting, heating and ventilation.
Other Requirements:
Hours of work will vary as required by the needs of the program to include split days off, evenings, weekends and holidays. May be required to work early, late, and on weekends and holidays.
Subject to recall regularly.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as situations warrant.
Must be able to satisfactorily complete a suitability background check. If program has visiting ships, security clearance is required.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license for operating government vehicles.
Must be able to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.
Travel may be required.
**Position Description Pending for Classification**
Education
This position does require a four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation or three years of comparable experience that illustrates a progression in management experience.
Contacts
- Address Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam
620 Main Street
Honolulu, HI 96818
US
- Name: Navy Region Hawaii NAF HRO
- Phone: (808) 422-3784
- Email: [email protected]
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