Job opening: MWR Recreation Specialist (Liberty Coordinator)
Salary: $52 169 per year
Published at: Jul 18 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
This position is located in the Fleet Recreation Program of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department at Naval Base Point Loma in the Southwest Region. The primary purpose of this position is to provide a comprehensive program of social, cultural, athletic and recreational activities that promote a happy, healthy lifestyle and meet the identified needs and interests of sailors.
Duties
1. Responsible for managing, supervising and directing the day-to-day operation of the NBPL Liberty Center, located at NMAWC (Liberty Hall), which includes, but not limited to a game room, pool tables, TV Center, computer room, music listening area, theatre, outdoor adventure trips, Community Outreach Program and Recreation Education opportunities. Responsible for oversight of the NBPL Liberty Program to be conducted at the Main Base (The Hub) and NMAWC (Liberty hall) Liberty Centers. Develops facility and Program Standard Operating Procedures and develops programming and facility improvements in accordance with Liberty Standards.
2. Plans and coordinates details of recurring and non-recurring activities, special events and joint community undertakings to ensure maximum utilization of facilities, services and other resources. Suggests improvements and revisions to these various activities to the wide range of participant needs and interests to meet the limitations of funds facilities equipment and volunteers and other staff support.
3. Plans, develops and administrates existing programs. Evaluates effectiveness of on-going programs based on participation, patron satisfaction and facility utilization. Recommends program changes, variations, policies, fees, and charges.
4. Evaluates recreational needs on a continuing basis by interest surveys and personal contacts with individuals
and groups to determine specific needs. Compiles results to determine if new programs should be offered, expanded, curtailed, or eliminated.
5. Plans, develops and coordinates tournaments and other
special recreation activities. Coordinates programs efforts with facility managers, club managers and supervisor of recreation areas such as gymnasium, theater, auto hobby shop, bowling center, etc.
6. Schedules and publicizes activities, insuring maximum
effectiveness in attracting and motivating participants and in providing the widest possible range of activities in terms of interest and needs. Responsible for developing and purchasing program promotional materials.
7. Arranges for all supplies and equipment necessary to support programs. Insures proper internal controls are followed to protect income, minor property, fixed assets, supplies, records, etc. Takes periodic inventories.
8. Responsible for the maintenance, security and safety of all records, reports and information. Maintains custody of property and funds assigned.
9. Assists with developing budget criteria. Analyzes financial data, reviews the budget and submits reports and recommendations. Ensures financial integrity is maintained for the operation and required reports and records are properly maintained.
10. Serves as point of contact for young adult activities. Attends conferences and meetings as required by supervisor. Maintains liaison and communicates with BUPERS and echelons of higher authority by telephone and personal contact on young adult matters.
11. Ensures compliance with fire, safety, and security regulations. Responsible for ensuring that maintenance and repair work is accomplished for all equipment located throughout the Liberty Center.
12. Provides for adequate staffing, effective training and supervision of subordinate employees; informs staff of required operational policies. Evaluates personnel performance, initiates disciplinary action and recommends other appropriate personnel actions.
13. Carries out EEO policies and communicates support of these policies to subordinates. Assures quality in determining selections, training, promotions, details, qualifications, discipline and awards to employees. Cooperates and participates fully in the development of an EEO affirmative action plan and efforts regarding staffing, motivation and training of develop of employees. Ensures that minorities and woman are considered for training, opportunities and are nominated/appointed to boards and committees.
14. Performs other related 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.
- Work requires walking, carrying, lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds, standing, stooping, bending and sometimes being in uncomfortable positions
- Incumbent works primarily indoors, which is lighted, heated, and ventilated adequately. Outdoor work is usually done in pleasant weather.
Qualifications
Knowledge of recreation policies, principles concepts and methodology of recreation.
Knowledge and skills required to plan, implement and carry out all activities of a young adult activity program.
Ability to plan, assign, train and supervise the work of subordinates.
Knowledge of inventory procedures and controls.
Ability to market programs.
Knowledge of budget preparation and accounting systems and processes.
Ability to make independent judgment and sound decisions.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Education
A degree from an accredited college or university with a course of study in Recreation Management/Administration or closely related field, is desired.
Contacts
- Address NAVBASE Point Loma
750 Pacific Coast Highway
San Diego, CA 92132-0058
US
- Name: Dylan Gable
- Email: [email protected]
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