Supervisory Recreation Specialist

Commander, Navy Installations Command; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) manages and administers a comprehensive year-round recreation program across multiple facilities, located at The Depot Liberty Program, Naval Weapons Station Yorktown.

The role involves supervising civil service and other staff, coordinating a broad range of community recreation activities, and partnering with on-base and external organizations to deliver engaging programs and events year-round.

Qualifications

• This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Performs supervisory duties including assigning work, setting priorities, and evaluating performance.
• Recommends pay adjustments/awards and training; approves leaves and corrective actions as warranted.
• Supervises federal civil service and other staff; handles interviews and hiring.
• Leads day-to-day operation of multiple programs within Community Recreation; plans and promotes programs.
• Coordinates leisure activities, organizes events (holiday events, concerts, festivals), and liaises with base departments.
• Develops partnerships with on-base and off-base organizations; negotiates and executes proposals and agreements.
• Manages administrative tasks, data collection, and program standards; monitors budgets and staffing.
• Inspects facilities and equipment; ensures safety guidelines and balances daily transactions.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command

This position is located in the Community Recreation Division, of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, located within Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). Manages and administers a comprehensive and diverse year round recreation program and various recreation facilities. This position is located at The Depot Liberty Program at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown.

Key Responsibilities

Performs supervisory duties which include assigning work, defining priorities, selecting and recommending applicants for hire, evaluating performance, recommending pay adjustments/awards, providing or recommending training, approving and/or disapproving leave requests, initiating corrective actions, and recommending formal corrective/disciplinary actions as warranted.

Supervises federal civil service employees at the NF-01/GS-l/2/3, NF-02/GS-4, NF03/GS-5/6/7/8, NA-05 or NA-8, whether FT, PT, Flex, or temporary; assigned military employees; non-Federal workers; unpaid volunteers; student trainees, or others. Authorizes personnel action requests (SF-52) and ensures timekeeping documents are submitted in accordance with local direction. Ensures interviews and selection of new hires is performed in accordance with established hiring practices.

Provides outdoor field experiences related to above skill training in the form of day and weekend trips. Leads day-to-day operation of multiple programs to which assigned; assists with staffing, training and scheduling. Program Management 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.

Coordinates leisure skills development activities and classes. Organizes community special events such as comedy shows, holiday events, celebrity appearances, concerts, 4th of July Festival, and Winterfest, which are just a few of the many programs offered throughout the year. Serves as a liaison for MWR related activities associated with Training Support Center (TSC), Fleet & Family Readiness Departments (N9) and other tenant commands on base, on an as needed basis.

Provides support for unit allocation events to include equipment, programming ideas, and coordination assistance. Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse Community Recreation program. Marketing Solicits and assists with negotiating partnerships on behalf of the MWR Department.

Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations (park districts, forest preserve, clubs, special interest groups, etc.) to support and benefit MWR programs. Develops contacts and creates professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-ups. Responsible for planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of programs and special events within the Community Recreation program by utilizing all available resources.

Administration 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 paTron's usage and responses (includes providing information for metrics and patron counts). Solicits input from activity managers regarding internal short/long range goals, business plan objectives and program standards.

Monitors various programs to ensure standards are met or exceeded. Routinely evaluates and reviews ongoing programs and provides activity managers with guidance that may develop, adapt, modify, expand, or otherwise change the program activity to better meet and enhance the expected effectiveness of the programmed activity. Assists with writing standard operating procedures.

Performs regular analysis of projected projects and programs; considering operating budget, staffing requirements, plans, trends, command mission and changing population. Provides onsite project oversight and ensures that 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 any modifications to programs.

Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the Community Recreation program meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines. Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with appropriate entities. 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 Community Recreation Programs.

Inspects equipment upon return for damage and makes recommendations for replacement when required. Completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) to ensure accountability for the balancing and reconciliation of daily sales transactions. Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail items, supplies and any other item deemed to have cash value.

Promotes customer service awareness and information, requisitioning merchandise, ensuring adequate stock levels, entertainment and promotion schedules. Transports patrons off-base to local attractions for trips, tours and outings. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

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 $25 – $25/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-08.

What is the work schedule?

This is a 35-40 HOURS W/ BENEFITS position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

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