Community Recreation Programmer

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

(a.) Supervision

• Performs supervisory duties which include assigning work defining priorities selecting and recommending applicants for hire evaluating performance recommending pay adjustments/awards providing or recommending training approving and/or disapproving leave requests initiating corrective actions and recommending formal corrective disciplinary actions as warranted.
• Authorizes personnel action requests (SF-52) and ensures timekeeping documents are submitted in accordance with local direction.
• Leads and instructs subordinate staff in administrating traditional and non-traditional workshops clinics and events in a variety of outdoor skills areas including but not limited to camping cycling sailing backpacking canoeing snow skiing hiking or water sports.
• Leads day-to-day operation of multiple programs to which assigned; assists with staffing training and scheduling.

• Uses creativity to plan promote and implement well-rounded Community Recreation programs utilizing numerous facilities within the entire MWR Department in accordance with CNIC approved program standards.
• Coordinates leisure skills development activities and classes.
• Provides support for unit allocation events to include equipment programming ideas and coordination assistance.
• Responsible for the development management maintenance planning business plan execution and administration of a diverse Community. Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations (park districts forest preserve clubs special interest groups etc.) to support and benefit MWR programs.

• Researches and provides information and referral on a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.
• Responsible for planning coordinating publicizing marketing and execution of programs and special events within the Community Recreation program by utilizing all available resources.

• Provides administrative duties and support through after-action reports data collection and database administration. All administrative duties are completed through a variety of sources including computer software which tracks patrons usage and responses (includes providing information for metrics and patron counts).
• Solicits input from activity managers regarding internal short/long range goals business plan objectives and program standards.
• Monitors various programs to ensure standards are met or exceeded.
• Routinely evaluates and reviews ongoing programs and provides activity managers with guidance that may develop adapt modify expand or otherwise change the program activity to better meet and enhance the expected effectiveness of the programmed activity.
• Assists with writing standard operating procedures.
• Performs regular analysis of projected projects and programs; considering operating budget staffing requirements plans trends command mission and changing population.
• Provides onsite project oversight and ensures that approved plans are implemented and notifies local and regional leadership of any issues or concerns that may arise.
• Uses metrics and financial data to make recommendations for any modifications to programs.
• Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the Community Recreation program meet established fire safety security and sanitation guidelines.
• Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with appropriate entities.
• Leads and performs check-in and check-out of materials and collects any applicable fees by operating point of sale (POS) computer system for equipment and activities associated with Community Recreation Programs.
• Inspects equipment upon return for damage and makes recommendations for replacement when required.
• Completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) to ensure accountability for the balancing and reconciliation of daily sales transactions.
• Performs inventory of various types of equipment retail items supplies and any other item deemed to have cash value.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• 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.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• A valid State drivers license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid state drivers license to drive a government vehicle in the performance of duties. License must be obtained within 90 days of being placed in the position.
• MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK VARYING WORK SCHEDULES TO MEET OPERATION NEED WHICH WILL INCLUDE WEEKENDS HOLIDAYS AND EVENINGS.
• RESUME MUST SHOW EVENT PLANNING AND PROGRAMMING EXPERIENCES.
• The incumbent will be required to split their time between our Gulfport location and our office at Lakeside in Pascagoula. The incumbent will be authorized the use of a government vehicle to travel between the locations.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills knowledge and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan series grade to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Knowledge gained through relevant education and training (i.e. bachelors degree in Recreation Marketing Business or closely related field) and/or equivalent recreation related work experience.
• Combination of experience related to customer service and or activity based functions.
• Ability to work independently make sound decisions and have the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of recreational programs.
• Knowledge of the goals principles techniques and methods of procedure used in organizing planning and conducting all types of activities.
• Knowledge of the entire scope of activities and their suitability in the Community Recreation Program for individuals and groups of varying demographics ages and interests.
• Ability to create negotiate implement and sustain partnerships via various MWR agreements.
• Ability to maintain a clear and accurate database.
• Ability to represent the department and speak in front of both small and large groups.
• Knowledge of recreational and entertainment events.
• Program planning and leadership skills to devise and implement a leisure and social recreation program that will stimulate and sustain the interest of participants and challenge participants that they may benefit from the social values to be derived from recreational activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. professional philanthropic religious spiritual community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest

KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Social Security Card is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. As of May 7 2025 The REAL ID act requires visitors to have a REAL ID or passport to access to Government Facilities. This will be a requirement for employment.
• A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at Although a Self-Check is not mandatory it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.