Job opening: MWR Recreation Specialist
Salary: $45 742 per year
Published at: Mar 21 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
This position is located in Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, Athletics and Fitness Branch at Naval Base San Diego. The Athletics and Fitness Branch provides social and recreational facilities/programs to active duty and retired military personnel, their dependents, DoD civilian employees, and guests. The purpose of this position is to plan and carry out a comprehensive athletic program to include all fitness and sports activities to meet the needs of the eligible patrons.
Duties
The incumbent plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, controls, motivates, publicizes (either verbally or via written methods, individually or through others inside/outside the department), and administers the activities and services of a large size sports recreation program.
Plans, schedules, publicizes, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and coordinates an active year-round program of competition for sporting activities, both directed, and self-directed, aquatic and special events to improve and promote the physical fitness and mental well-being of authorized participants by providing administrative, technical and operational support and expertise to the program.
Determines the desirability for, and selection of programs to be offered. Programs include various activities such as Captain's Cup, intramural and varsity athletics, informal games, contests, and other events for general participation.
Researches the populations interest and adapts these various activities to the wide range of participant needs and requests to meet the limitations and maximize use of funds, facilities, equipment and staff support available.
Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing activities of the program from the standpoint of participant response, resources (financial, manpower, etc.), unforeseen developments, and program objectives, adapts and varies program activities in light of such findings.
Facilities/Activities include: one tennis court, two swimming pools with bath houses, one picnic area, three softball fields, one football/soccer fields, one outdoor basketball court, two outdoor volleyball courts, fitness trail, indoor gymnasium with basketball courts and resale area, gear issue room. Two racquetball courts, two physical fitness facilities in separate locations for weightlifting and aerobics classes, men's and women's locker/shower rooms and saunas.
Responsible for maintaining the athletic facilities and surrounding grounds.
Makes recommendations' concerning the need for improvements to the existing facilities to meet the needs of the customers.
Plans for the construction and renovation of various athletic facilities by developing special projects for appropriated and non-appropriated funding.
Ensures adequate and safe spaces are maintained. Advises contractor or Public Works with professional expertise involving proper layout, etc. of athletic facilities.
Operates a small resale operation.
Orders supplies and establishes prices.
Maintains proper inventory and cash controls.
Responsible for risk management to eliminate unsafe conditions and practices to protect employees, patrons, equipment and property.
Develops plans for the use of all sports and aquatic facilities in the basic categories (i.e., basketball, softball, and swimming and those designed to meet more specialized interests and needs (i.e., karate, archery, and judo).
Devises and adapts these various activities to conform to limitations in funds, facilities, equipment, and staff support.
Ensures maximum effectiveness in attracting and motivating participants in recurring and non-recurring activities and special events.
Reviews plans and specifications to ensure hazards are eliminated.
Participates with local safety professional and industrial hygienists in the review process and makes recommendations for improvements.
Ensures all recreational equipment conforms to the safety guidelines established by nationally recognized consumer agencies.
Inspects all branch facilities.
Prepares written reports on inspections, recommending hazard abatement plans and conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections have been made.
Makes recommendations concerning requests from non-movement groups for use of the athletic facilities for events such as community swim meets or special events and activity classes.
Ensures usage does not conflict with official policies governing such use, prohibiting direct competition with civilian facilities.
Serves as Naval Station Project Officer for Navy- wide Armed Forces training camps and championships.
Works closely with BUPERS (Navy Personnel Center) to schedule events and arrange logistical support.
Provides technical advice to commands on sport rules and conducting events.
Organizes and administers the Captains Cup, Intramural and Varsity sports.
Maintains records for all sports and publishes current standings.
Meets annually with all military unit Athletic Officers to review the Station Sports Program instruction.
Evaluates the effectiveness of athletic programs and special events.
Reviews participation, resources, unforeseen developments and program objectives.
Prepares quarterly/annual income/expenditure budget for appropriated and non-appropriated budget support.
Analyzes the budget plan and initiates action when indicated. Recommends cost savings and budget reductions in support of current Most Efficient Organization (MEO) guidelines.
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.
- The work requires standing, sitting, walking and lifting 50 pounds or more while performing duties.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certification is required.
- Certification from a nationally recognized agency in the area of exercise science or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
Qualifications
Knowledge of athletics and safety program that would normally be obtained with completion of a four-year degree in athletics or related field or with a minimum of five years extensive in the athletic/recreation arena.
Must have an in-depth knowledge of activities, interest and needs of the military community to plan and conduct programs which will attract maximum number of participants.
Knowledge of athletics and aquatics program to include all related principles, concepts and rules and must have the ability to apply them to effectively oversee and administer a versatile athletic program to include self-directed activities, intramural and varsity sports. All Navy and Armed Forces level events and training camps.
Must be knowledgeable of NCAA, AAU, ASA rules and Navy and Armed Forces instruction on sports.
Skill and knowledge necessary to effectively manage financial and physical resources.
Knowledge of personal physical fitness to include but not limited to basic anatomy, cardiovascular system, aerobics and aqua aerobic/anaerobic exercise and be proficient in formulating both personal and group physical fitness programs for a vast section of the military community.
Skill in writing and developing instructions, correspondence, training plans and various reports. All written material must be understandable to a wide section of the military community as well as the civilian section.
Must have the ability to write at a level that will be accepted at the command and executive level.
Knowledge of athletics and recreation facilities and sports fields for the purpose of providing guidance and technical assistance to Public Works. Contractors and thus ensuring that the facilities are constructed in a safe and functional manner.
Ability to supervise, direct and motivate employees to obtain maximum productivity and efficiency.
Must be knowledgeable in both appropriated/non-appropriated personnel instructions and must be able to apply them while handling routine to complex personnel issues.
Must have ability and knowledge to deal with personnel actions in a logical way that would be satisfying to both management and personnel involved.
Education
High school diploma or GED is preferred.
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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