Supervisory Recreation Specialist

Responsible for the overall economic and efficient operation of the Outdoor Recreation Program. Administers the business financial and recreational operation of the outdoor activities program within established policies and objectives. Oversees a variety of geographically dispersed facilities/activities; and ensures usage does not conflict with policies governing participation. Develops goals and objectives for the Outdoor Recreation Programs which meet agency intent. Establishes develops and maintains effective working relationships. Generates comprehensive short and long term budgets and fiscal requirements to meet the program objectives and maintain internal control. Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing outdoor recreation activities from the standpoint of participants response resources unforeseen developments and program evaluations. Adapts and varies program activities as a result of findings. Formulates justifies and executes both the appropriated funds (APF) and non-appropriated funds (NAF) budget for all aspects of operations. Maintains an accurate account of daily sales revenue operational funds fixed assets and property. Procures and/or initiates procurement documents for supplies and equipment. Assures the maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment. Prepares and submits work order requests as required. Organizes and publicizes outdoor activities assuring maximum effectiveness in attracting and motivating participants which includes the completion and submission of marketing requests for event promotion. Coordinates with appropriate installation offices on plans for the use of natural land and water resources for selected outdoor recreation activities. Maximizes recreational use of natural resources to include development conservation sound usage improvement and management. Plans schedules and executes outdoor activities such as but not limited to biking camping canoeing ice skating kayaking paintball rock climbing scuba diving skiing skydiving snowboarding swimming white water rafting and overnight recreational trips. Ensures that safety orientation is provided regarding specific activities. Devises improvises and adapts these various activities to fit the conditions of the natural environment and to conform to limitations in funds facilities equipment and staff support. Supervises personnel assigned to Outdoor Recreation Program. Assigns directs and reviews the work of subordinate employees; plans and carries out the training and development of employees; evaluates employee work performance; recommends selections status changes and disciplinary actions; plans schedules and coordinates work operations explains management policies. Works to achieve the objectives of personnel programs and policies and deals effectively with employees on complaints grievances and other matters involved in the day-to-day administration of the Recreation Program. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• Must be willing to provide information that you are a U.S. citizen.
• Work may require other than normal duty hours which may include evenings weekends and/or holidays.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid state drivers license due to the operation of a government vehicle for official travel away from duty station in accomplishing duties.
• This position requires a drug test due to the driving requirement IAW AFI 90-508.

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicants eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date 10/26/2026

Business Based Action Outside Applicant Veteran and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Planning organizing coordinating supervising or evaluating outdoor recreational program; developing and executing a program level budget; evaluating and/or instructing in the principles and techniques of recreational program planning and management; ability to supervise and lead a team of employees.

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Substitution for Experience: Undergraduate (Associates or Bachelors degree) or Graduate (Masters degree) education with a major study in general recreation or the fields of: outdoor recreation or youth recreation or community recreation.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: