Recreation Specialist-Programmer

Location: Naval Air Station Whidbey Island - Convergence Zone

Pay Grade: NF-0188-03

What You Get:

  • Access to base recreation centers, gyms, movie theaters, Navy Exchange, and discount travel through AmericanForcesTravel.com
  • NAF Retirement Savings AND401(k) plan will match up to 3% of your salary
  • Global Career Opportunities –Fleet & Family Readiness Programs is a worldwide enterprise with opportunities to Navy Bases around the world
  • Make a positive impact on the Military Community

What to Expect:

  • Responsible for organizing community large special events such as comedy shows, holiday events, celebrity appearances, concerts, festivals, which are just a few of the many programs offered throughout the year
  • Responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, execution, and evaluation of comprehensive monthly calendar of reoccurring and non-reoccurring recreational activities, classes, events, trips, and programs. Recreation includes but not limited to special events, operation uplift, arranging daily activities, classes, contests, trips and tournaments
  • Captures metrics and evaluates programs. Evaluates effectiveness of program delivery based on user metrics, surveys, interactions, with patrons, and ICE comments
  • Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse Community Recreation Program
  • Seeksvarious partnership with community organizations in support of the program
  • Prepares and submits required monthly reports and metrics for area of responsibility. Prepares, justifies, and monitors the execution of the annual NAF and APF operation budget. Reviews financial reports, compares to budget and provides execution explanation for higher level review
  • Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the program meet established safety, security and sanitation guidelines. Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with local agencies
  • May be required to act in a lead capacity, training, directing, and assigning work, preparing work schedules and assisting supervisor with timekeeping responsibilities for Recreation Assistants, Guides, and Motor Vehicle Operators
  • Provides necessary on the job training for staff as required and provides input to the manager on employee performance
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

What to Know: 

  • Must have a four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation or related subject areaand one year of professional experience OR three years of specialized subject experience equivalent to the next lower grade
  • Must possess practical knowledge of goals, philosophy, principles, techniques, and procedures used in managing, organizing, planning, administering facilities and conducting recreational activities
  • Must be able to utilize basic knowledge of software such as Microsoft Office products, strong communication skills
  • Must have general knowledge and skill in developing and executing operating budgets
  • Completed work is based on results and is reviewed for appropriateness and conformity to policy and requirements
  • The work requires frequent physical exertion such as, but not limited to: walking considerable distances, lifting, carrying, moving, and handling recreational supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Conditions of Employment: 

  • Must satisfactorily complete a suitability background check (NACI) and obtain a security clearance when necessary for access to areas of responsibility
  • May require the employee to occasionally travel away from the normal duty stations
  • Some overtime work may be required. Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, holidays and overnight trips and events
  • A valid state driver’s license is required as this position requires the employee to drive motor vehicles including a 15 passenger van
  • A First Aid and CPR certification is required
  • Incumbent will be required to have Safe Inflatable Operators Training Organization Certification

Other Information:

  • Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within 30 days of employment is required
  • We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor

How to Apply: Interested applicants may apply online via USAJobs: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/727105100

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