Recreation Specialist - Community Recreation Programmer

About the Role

Support the Military's Quality of Life programs! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging, and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military, and civilian employees. This position is located at the Naval Station Everett in Everett, WA. Employees are assigned to schedule and participate in activities, maintain the facility, and assist with daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Organize and participate in special events, Operation Uplift, daily activities, classes, contests, trips, and tournaments.
• Capture metrics and evaluate program effectiveness based on user metrics, surveys, patron interactions, and ICE comments.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote programs and use creative techniques to encourage patron participation.
• Manage social media marketing campaigns and daily activities, including creating, curating, and managing published content (images and videos).
• Seek partnerships with community organizations to support the program.
• Prepare and submit required monthly reports and metrics for the area of responsibility.
• Prepare, justify, and monitor the execution of the annual NAF and APF operation budget.
• Review financial reports, compare to budget, and provide execution explanations for higher-level review.
• Ensure all facilities and activities meet safety, security, and sanitation guidelines, taking timely action to correct deficiencies.
• Act in a lead capacity, training, directing, and assigning work, preparing schedules, and assisting with timekeeping for Recreation Assistants, Guides, and Motor Vehicle Operators.
• Provide on-the-job training and input on employee performance to the manager.

Requirements

• Must satisfactorily complete a suitability background check (NACI) and obtain a security clearance when necessary.
• Occasional travel away from the normal duty station may be required.
• Some overtime work may be required, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight trips/events.
• A valid state driver’s license is required, including the ability to drive a 15-passenger van.
• First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Safe Inflatable Operators Training Organization Certification is required.

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of goals, philosophy, principles, techniques, and procedures in managing, organizing, planning, and administering recreational facilities and activities.
• Four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation or related field and one year of professional experience, OR three years of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and strong communication skills.
• General knowledge and skill in developing and executing operating budgets.
• Ability to perform frequent physical exertion, including walking, lifting, carrying, and handling recreational supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds.

Education

Must have a four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation or a related subject area and one year of professional experience, OR three years of specialized subject experience equivalent to the next lower grade. If claiming education in place of specialized experience, transcripts must be uploaded at the time of application.

Additional Information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one-year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of the issuance of the selection certificate.