Supervisory Recreation Specialist Community Recreation

This position is located in the Community Recreation Division of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, within Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) at NSA Mechanicsburg, PA.

Responsibilities

• Performs supervisory duties including assigning work, defining priorities, selecting and recommending applicants for hire, evaluating performance, recommending pay adjustments/awards, providing or recommending training, approving/disapproving leave requests, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.
• Supervises federal civil service employees (NF-01/GS-1/2/3, NF-02/GS-4, NF-03/GS-5/6/7/8, NA-05, NA-8), military employees, non-Federal workers, volunteers, student trainees, and others.
• Authorizes personnel action requests (SF-52) and ensures timely submission of timekeeping documents.
• Ensures interviews and selection of new hires comply with established hiring practices.
• Provides outdoor field experiences such as day and weekend trips related to skill training.
• Leads day-to-day operations of multiple programs, including staffing, training, and scheduling.
• Plans, promotes, and implements well-rounded Community Recreation programs using MWR facilities in accordance with CNIC standards.
• Coordinates leisure skills development activities and classes.
• Organizes community special events (e.g., comedy shows, holiday events, concerts, 4th of July Festival, Winterfest).
• Serves as a liaison for MWR activities with Training Support Center (TSC), Fleet & Family Readiness Departments (N9), and other tenant commands.
• Supports unit allocation events with equipment, programming ideas, and coordination assistance.
• Develops, manages, maintains, and administers a diverse Community Recreation program, including business plan execution.
• Solicits and negotiates partnerships with on-base and off-base organizations (e.g., park districts, clubs, special interest groups) to support MWR programs.
• Develops professional proposals, executes agreements, and conducts follow-ups.
• Plans, coordinates, publicizes, markets, and executes programs and special events using available resources.
• Performs administrative duties, including after-action reports, data collection, and database administration (e.g., tracking patron usage and metrics).
• Solicits input from activity managers regarding short/long-range goals, business plan objectives, and program standards.
• Monitors programs to ensure standards are met or exceeded and provides guidance for program adaptation or modification.
• Assists with writing standard operating procedures.
• Analyzes projected projects and programs considering budget, staffing, trends, command mission, and population changes.
• Provides onsite project oversight and notifies leadership of issues or concerns.
• Uses metrics and financial data to recommend program modifications.
• Ensures facilities and activities meet fire, safety, security, and sanitation guidelines; coordinates corrective actions as needed.
• Operates point-of-sale (POS) systems for equipment check-in/check-out, fee collection, and damage inspection.
• Completes Daily Activity Reports (DAR) for balancing and reconciling sales transactions.
• Performs inventory of equipment, retail items, supplies, and other cash-value items.
• Promotes customer service awareness, manages merchandise requisitioning, and ensures adequate stock levels.
• Transports patrons off-base to local attractions for trips, tours, and outings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must pass all applicable records and background checks.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check; discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Work hours vary based on program needs, including split days off, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• May be required to work early, late, weekends, and holidays; subject to regular recall.
• Must wear protective clothing and equipment as required.
• Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.
• Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge gained through relevant education (e.g., Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business, or a closely related field) and/or equivalent recreation-related work experience.
• Combination of experience in customer service and activity-based functions.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of recreational programs, goals, principles, techniques, and methods for organizing and conducting activities.
• Understanding of the scope of activities suitable for diverse demographics, ages, and interests in a Community Recreation Program.
• Ability to create, negotiate, implement, and sustain partnerships via MWR agreements.
• Ability to maintain a clear and accurate database.
• Ability to represent the department and speak in front of small and large groups.
• Knowledge of recreational and entertainment events.
• Program planning and leadership skills to devise and implement engaging leisure and social recreation programs.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Pay

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Additional Information

• Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs; all employees must remain drug-free throughout employment.
• Some positions have special requirements (e.g., proof of education, medical screening, drug testing).
• All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks and successful National Agency Background Check.
• Occupants must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate high ethical conduct.