Recreation Assistant (Marina)

U.S. Department of the Navy; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Navy is seeking support staff for the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Community Recreation program at the Cove Marina in Virginia Beach.

The role emphasizes assisting with activities and events, coordinating recreational resources, and building partnerships to serve diverse groups. Candidates should demonstrate experience in customer service and program planning, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage partnerships and data related to community

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Event programming

Public speaking

Partnership building

Database management

Communication skills

Recreation events knowledge

Job description

Performs a variety of duties in support of the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Community Recreation program that may include special events, recreation information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, recreational green space management, bowling, Library, Liberty, grab-n-go, movies, and outdoor recreation.

This position is located at the Cove Marina. 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.