Recreation Center Director: Programs & Facilities Leadership

Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) at Norfolk Naval Station seeks a Manager of the Recreation Program to oversee the Recreation Center, the Liberty Programs, and related facilities, ensuring safe, engaging activities for the military community.

The role requires strong leadership, program development, budgeting, scheduling, and collaboration with installation command and staff to sustain high‑quality services for Sailors and their families.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in recreation or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of planning, administering and managing a wide variety of recreation programs.
• Excellent written and oral communication with military personnel and the public.

Responsibilities

• Directs the Recreation Center and Liberty Programs.
• Plans, budgets and manages facility operations and staffing.
• Evaluates program effectiveness and adjusts activities to patron needs.

Skills

Program management

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation

Job description

Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) at Norfolk Naval Station seeks a Manager of the Recreation Program to oversee the Recreation Center, the Liberty Programs, and related facilities, ensuring safe, engaging activities for the military community.

The role requires strong leadership, program development, budgeting, scheduling, and collaboration with installation command and staff to sustain high‑quality services for Sailors and their families.