Recreation Specialist (Program Manager) NF-04.

Obsolete Site; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) seeks a Warrior Zone Manager to develop and administer a recreation program for eligible personnel. You will plan events, manage interactive gaming, food and beverage operations, and coordinate tournaments and BOSS programs.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, conducting meetings, addressing misconduct, and marketing programs to the military/civilian community. Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends and holidays is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, manages, plans and administers recreation activities programs for Warrior Zone.
• Oversees gaming equipment, big screen TVs, and coordinates competitions and tournaments.
• Plans and executes community events; markets programs via marketing sources.
• Monitors staff, conducts meetings, and addresses employee misconduct; may recommend awards.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Job description

Duties

• Serves as the manager for the Warrior Zone. Develops, manages, plans and administers recreation activities programs to support eligible personnel for Warrior Zone activities.
• Such activities include, but not limited to, interactive gaming, food and beverage operation, movie theater, programming, and billiards and the BOSS Program.
• Directs, develops and administers plans and procedures to meet the leisure needs of the Soldiers. Conducts periodic staff meetings and takes appropriate action for employee misconduct as well as recommending employees for awards.
• As Warrior Zone manager, responsible for monitoring and maintaining electronic gaming equipment, big screen TVs, etc; coordinating inter and intra- garrison competitions and tournaments.
• Responsible for planning and executing of community special events that respond to the needs and interest of the military/civilian population. Markets programs through all available marketing sources.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must be willing to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Work requires the use of physical exertion when preparing for and overseeing events. Must be able to lift and carry light to moderately heavy items.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

• Directly related work experience provided the applicant the ability, knowledge, skills, principles, methods and techniques to plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate a recreational program.

Highly Preferred Criteria

• Minimum of 2 years experience managing or directing an entertainment facility to include food and beverage operations.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with financial analysis, budget development and execution and food and labor cost management.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with marketing and executing programs and events.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates Worldwide.

PCS Costs

• Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is in the Government's interest.

Incentives and Bonuses

• Incentives will not be paid.

Allowances and Differentials

• This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

• Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement.

As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.