Afloat Recreation Specialist (Fun Boss)

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Norfolk (VA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 75,000

Full time

2 days ago

Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command is seeking an Afloat Recreation Specialist to plan and oversee the morale, welfare and recreation program aboard U.S. Navy ships worldwide, including aircraft carriers and large-deck ships.

The role deploys with the ship during underway periods and collaborates with the Fit Boss to co-manage intramural and varsity sport activities, coordinate tickets, and run recreation equipment programs for thousands of crew and embarked personnel.

Qualifications

A four-year degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field of study, or Physical Education.
An equivalent combination of three or more years of education from an accredited college or university towards a major in Recreation or related field of study, or Physical Education AND two or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs.
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs.

Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates, organizes and directs well balanced recreation and leisure activity programs for crew members assigned to the ship, their family members and embarked personnel.
Deploys with ship during underway periods and co-manages the ship's intramural and varsity level sports program with the Afloat Fitness Specialist "Fit Boss."
Administers a ticket rebate and tickets sales program. Operates the ship's recreation equipment checkout program, gear locker.

Education

A four-year degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field of study, or Physical Education.

An equivalent combination of three or more years of education from an accredited college or university towards a major in Recreation or related field of study, or Physical Education AND two or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs.

Three or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs.

Job description

Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command

This position is that of Afloat Recreation Specialist (NAF Civilian position) on board ships worldwide. The primary purpose of this position also known as "Fun Boss" is to plan, coordinate, organize, and direct a well-balanced afloat recreation program and leisure activities for crew members and embarked personnel aboard United States Navy aircraft carriers and large-deck amphibious assault ships.

In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.

This position serves on board a large U.S. Navy ship (aircraft carrier, multi-purpose amphibious assault ship or hospital ship) and is responsible for developing a comprehensive Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program for as many as 5,600 shipboard personnel.

Duties include but are not limited to: Plans, coordinates, organizes and directs well balanced recreation and leisure activity programs for crew members assigned to the ship, their family members and embarked personnel.

Deploys with ship during underway periods. Co-manages the ship's intramural and varsity level sports program with the Afloat Fitness Specialist "Fit Boss." Administers a ticket rebate and tickets sales program. Operates the ship's recreation equipment checkout program, gear locker. Organizes and facilitates ship's recreation social activities. Instructs recreation leisure skills courses.

Advertises and promotes ship's afloat recreation program activities utilizing various resources. Assists in planning and organizing ship's Command level programs, which could include family members, such as a summer picnic or holiday party.

Coordinates port visits to include gathering information on ports of calls using the Logistics Requisition (LOGREG) or foreign area clearance guides; conducting port briefs to all shipboard personnel via site TV, PowerPoint presentations or in person; planning and implementing trips and tours ashore; and traveling with advanced detachment (Advance Det), when approved. Assists with drafting of financial plan/annual budget and executing of same.

Assist with keeping the Commanding Officer informed on the status of the afloat recreation fund and program. Provides guidance in the unauthorized expenditure of ship's Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) afloat recreation funds. Assists in processing financial reports, summaries, data collection and filing of same.

Instructs and motivates military personnel assigned to the shipboard recreation division on proper operating procedures and policies; conducts the same for volunteers supporting the afloat recreation program. Reviews and inspects work assignments given to assigned military or volunteers within the recreation division. Directs designated military personnel and volunteers with tasks in support of the afloat recreation program, when authorized.

Communicates through various formats to include but not limited to; memorandums, executive summaries, slide presentations, briefs and e-mails to effectively correspond with CNIC HQ, ship's command and crew. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Education

If qualifying all of in part based on education, proof of education MUST be submitted at time of application in order to be considered. A four-year degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field of study, or Physical Education.

OR An equivalent combination of three or more years of education from an accredited college or university towards a major in Recreation or related field of study, or Physical Education AND two or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs. OR Three or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $70038 – $75038/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-27.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.