MWR Supervisory Recreation Specialist

U.S. Department of the Navy; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Navy is seeking a leader to head the Community Recreation Division, directing a comprehensive year-round recreation program under CNIC. You will oversee diverse facilities, parks, camping, and bowling while planning, promoting, and implementing MWR and Community Recreation initiatives.

The role emphasizes collaboration with local organizations, sound decision-making, and effective communication to meet the needs of varied demographics and interests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree 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.

Responsibilities

• Direct a comprehensive year-round recreation program within the Community Recreation Division.
• Manage facilities and activities including parks, camping, and bowling.
• Plan, promote, and implement MWR programs while building partnerships with local organizations.

Skills

Customer service

Oral and written communication

Recreation program knowledge

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation or related field

Job description

This role, in the Community Recreation Division of the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Department, under the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), directs a comprehensive year-round recreation program. It involves managing diverse facilities and activities, including parks, camping, and bowling. The position's duties also include the planning, promotion, and implementation of MWR and Community Recreation programs while fostering partnerships with local organizations and businesses.

• Knowledge gained through relevant education and training (i.e., Bachelor's 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.