Recreation Specialist (Auto Skills Center)

Commander, Navy Installations Command; Kingsville (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command at NAS Kingsville seeks a Recreation Specialist for the Auto Skills Center within the MWR Department. You will plan, promote, and implement a diverse Auto Skills Center program, manage operations, and ensure compliance with Navy instructions.

Responsibilities include data collection, metrics reporting, inventory and customer service, and coordinating staff to support program development and budget considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business or a closely related field.
• At least three years of relatable work experience or a combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, promote and implement a well‑rounded Community Recreation program across multiple facilities.
• Manage development, maintenance, budgeting, data collection and administration for the Auto Skills Center.
• Provide oversight, monitor compliance with Navy/DoD instructions, and report metrics and patron usage.

Skills

Program planning

Project management

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation

Tools

POS system

Job description

Recreation Specialist (Auto Skills Center)

• Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command

This position is located in the Auto Skills Center, which is a branch of the Community Recreation Division, of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, located within Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) at NAS Kingsville. The incumbent, plans, promotes and implements a variety of MWR or Community Recreation programs and activities within the Auto Skills Center Department.

Key Responsibilities

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.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Incumbent may perform other duties as assigned as they pertain to the duties of the assigned Community Recreation program. Uses creativity to plan, promote and implement well-rounded Community Recreation programs utilizing numerous facilities within the entire MWR Department, in accordance with CNIC approved program standards.

Performs the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse Auto Skills Center program. Ensures programs are in compliance with local and Regional program policies, regulations, and procedures, including higher level Navy and Department of Defense (DoD) instructions, regulations and program standards; uses judgment in adapting guidelines for specific situations, methods and processes that may deviate from guidelines.

Exercises authority and independent judgment in development of plans and solutions. Promotes MWR facilities and events through staff and student indoctrination and other large group functions and gatherings. Provides administrative duties and support through after-action reports, data collection and database administration.

All administrative duties are completed through a variety of sources including computer software which tracks patrons' usage and responses (includes providing information for metrics and patron counts). Performs regular analysis of projects and programs; considering operating budget, staffing requirements, plans, trends, command mission and changing population.

Provides onsite project oversight and ensures approved plans are implemented and notifies local and regional leadership of any issues or concerns that may arise. Uses metrics and financial data to make recommendations for modifications to programs. Ensures facility and activities associated with the Auto Skills Center meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines.

Leads and performs check-in and check-out of materials and collects any applicable fees by operating point of sale (POS) computer system for equipment and activities associated with the Auto Skills Center. Balances and reconciles daily sales transactions by completing a Daily Activity Report (DAR). Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail items, supplies and any other item deemed to have cash value.

Provides customer service awareness and information, requisitioning merchandise, ensuring adequate stock levels, entertainment and promotion schedules. Recommends personnel actions to include recruitment, evaluation, counseling, employee development and termination on a temporary, as needed basis consisting of less than 20% of overall duties. Inspects equipment upon return for damage and makes recommendations for replacement when required.

Requirements & Education

Applicants can qualify based on education OR experience OR a combination of both. If qualifying based on education, applicants must submit transcripts showing degree awards and course work. A bachelor's degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business or a closely related field. OR At least three years of relatable work experience as described in qualifications OR Combination of both education and experience.

Regular Full-time employees are eligible to the following benefits: (No enrollment waiting period - immediate enrollment and coverage available): Annual Leave - 13 Per Calendar Year Sick Leave - 13 Per Calendar Year Paid Holidays - 11 Per Year Medical (vision included) and Dental Insurance NAF Retirement Plan 401K Savings Investment Plan with employer match up to 3% Basic life insurance with optional life and spouse/dependent coverage Medical savings account (FSA) LTD (Long Term Disability) Access to Morale, Welfare & Recreation Programs to include Golf Courses, Marinas, Gyms/Fitness Centers, Bowling Centers, Restaurants, Discounted Tickets and Travel options and shopping privileges at the Navy Exchange!

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 $19 – $21/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-22.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

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