Recreation Specialist (Community Recreation)
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Job Location:
Monmouth County, NJ - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 20 - 21
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
This position is located in the Community Recreation Division of the Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department located within Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC). Manages and administers a comprehensive and diverse year round recreation program and various recreation facilities.
Plans promotes and implements well-rounded Community Recreation programs using MWR Department facilities in accordance with CNIC approved program standards.
Coordinates leisure skills development activities and classes; organizes community special events like comedy shows holiday events celebrity appearances concerts and festivals.
Serves as a liaison for MWR activities with the Training Support Center (TSC) Fleet & Family Readiness Departments (N9) and other on-base tenant commands.
Provides support for unit allocation events including equipment programming ideas and coordination assistance.
Performs the development management planning and administration of a diverse Community Recreation program including business plan execution and assisting with writing standard operating procedures.
Ensures programs comply with local Regional Navy and Department of Defense (DoD) policies and standards using judgment to adapt guidelines for specific situations. Exercises independent judgment in developing plans and solutions.
Solicits negotiates and develops working partnerships with on- and off-base organizations (park districts clubs etc.) to support MWR programs. This includes creating proposals executing agreements and follow-ups.
Researches and provides information and referral on recreational opportunities on and off the base.
Assumes responsibility for planning coordinating publicizing marketing and executing programs and special events utilizing all available resources.
Promotes MWR facilities and events through outreach staff/student indoctrination and speaking to large groups. Provides input for quarterly calendars and the weekly base paper.
Provides administrative support through after-action reports data collection and database administration using software to track patron usage for metrics.
Monitors and evaluates ongoing programs recommending changes or enhancements to improve effectiveness. Performs regular analysis of programs considering budget staffing trends and command mission.
Uses metrics and financial data to recommend program modifications. Provides onsite project oversight and notifies leadership of any issues.
Ensures all facilities and activities meet established fire safety security and sanitation guidelines taking timely action to correct deficiencies. Assists in planning facility renovations.
Leads check-in/out of materials and collects fees using a point of sale (POS) system. Inspects returned equipment for damage and recommends replacement.
Balances and reconciles daily sales transactions (DAR) and performs inventory of equipment retail items and supplies.
Leads and instructs staff in administering workshops clinics and events in outdoor skills (camping cycling sailing hiking water sports) and provides related day and weekend field trips.
Leads day-to-day operation of assigned programs; assists with staffing training scheduling and ensuring adequate stock levels.
Supervises staff and recommends personnel actions (recruitment evaluation counseling) on a temporary as-needed basis consisting of less than 20% of overall duties.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Conditions of employment
- Must pass all applicable records and background check.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Starting May 7 2025 non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)
- Work may require sitting walking long periods of standing bending and lifting of moderately heavy items up to 40 pounds occasionally required to lift heavier items.
- Wears protective clothing and equipment as situations warrant.
- No fixed schedule. Hours of work will vary as required by the needs of the program to include split days off early shift late shift evenings weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge skills and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate must possess:
- Combination of experience related to customer service and or activity based programming.
- Ability to work independently make sound decisions and have the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
- 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.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Additional information
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education participate in medical screening drug testing etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Physical Education
- Microsoft Publisher
- Van Driver
- Behavioral Therapy
- Commercial Driving
- Computer Literacy
- Website Maintenance
- Recreational Therapy
- Experience with Children
- Program Design
- PTSD Care
- Writing Skills
