Job opening: MWR Supervisory Recreation Specialist
Salary: $58 429 - 62 603 per year
Published at: Feb 14 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
This position is located in the Community Recreation Division, of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, located within Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). Manages and administers a comprehensive and diverse year round recreation program and various recreation facilities that can include but are not limited to Outdoor Rental/Resale/Adventure Activities, Camping/RV Parks, Vehicle Storage, Liberty Program, Library Program, Information, Tickets and Tours (ITT), and Bowling.
Duties
Supervision
Performs supervisory duties which include assigning work, defining priorities, selecting and recommending applicants for hire, evaluating performance, recommending pay adjustments/awards, providing or recommending training, approving and/or disapproving leave requests, initiating corrective actions, and recommending formal corrective/disciplinary actions as warranted.
Authorizes personnel action requests and ensures timekeeping documents are submitted in accordance with local direction.
Ensures interviews and selection of new hires is 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 experience 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.
Marketing
Solicits and assists with negotiating partnerships on behalf of the MWR Department.
Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations (park districts, forest preserve, clubs, special interest groups, etc.) to support and benefit MWR programs.
Develops contacts and creates professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-ups.
Researches and provides information and referral on a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.
Responsible for planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of programs and special events within the Community Recreation program by utilizing all available resources.
Seeks ways to promote and market MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base.
Promotes MWR facilities and events through staff and student indoctrination and other large group functions and gatherings. (Promoting events and programs are done by speaking to large groups and using administrative resources to create and post advertising materials, providing input for quarterly calendars, weekly base paper, etc.)
Administration
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 which tracks patron's usage and responses (including providing information for metric 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.
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.
Assists with writing standard operating procedures.
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 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 check-out 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
- Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Qualifications
Combination of experience related to customer service and or activity-based functions.
Ability to work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of recreational programs.
Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and methods of procedure used in organizing, planning and conducting all types of activities.
Knowledge of the entire scope of activities and their suitability in the Community Recreation Program for individuals and groups of varying demographics, ages and interests.
Ability to create, negotiate, implement and sustain partnerships via various MWR agreements.
Ability to maintain a clear and accurate database.
Ability to represent the department and speak in front of both small and large groups.
Knowledge of recreational and entertainment events.
Program planning and leadership skills to devise and implement a leisure and social recreation program that will stimulate and sustain the interest of participants and challenge participants that they may benefit from the social values to be derived from recreational activities.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license. License must be obtained within 90 days of being placed in the position.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Education
- Knowledge gained through relevant education and training (i.e., Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business or closely related field) and/or equivalent recreation related work experience.
Contacts
- Address NAVBASE San Diego
750 Pacific Coast Highway
San Diego, CA 92132-0058
US
- Name: Young Jun
- Email: [email protected]
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