INTRODUCTION
This position is located within Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, Community Recreation Division. The primary purpose of this position is to provide support to the Installation Operations Director through the day to day management of the Community Recreation Division. This position manages and administers comprehensive and diverse year round recreation programs and facilities that can include but is not limited to Special Events, Parks and Picnic areas, Outdoor Rental/Adventure Activities, Movies, Recreation and Leisure Skills, Community Library, Arts & Crafts, Special Events, Paintball, and Auto Hobby. US CITIZENS - WORLDWIDE
II. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse recreation program. Develops and/or assists managers with writing standard operating procedures. Ensures programs are in compliance with local regional program policies, regulations, and procedures, and higher level Navy or DoD instructions, regulations and program standard; 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.
Provides specific guidance regarding the maintenance of current programs and the development of new programs to recreation division managers. Continuously reviews the overall assigned recreation programs for accomplishments; recommends and establishes new operational activities/subprograms in conjunction with activity managers. Monitors associated contracts, Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding (MOA/MOU) in Area of Responsibility (AOR).
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. 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 that approved plans are implemented, and notifies local and regional leadership of any issues or concerns that may arise. Finds and implements ways to eliminate or reduce significant bottlenecks and barriers to program execution, teamwork or use of established business practices.
Coordinates budget requirements with activity/facility managers and provides general guidance for preparation of the annual operating budget. Based on activity input formulates budgets for both Appropriated and Non-Appropriated funds. Justifies budget requirements for personnel, equipment, supplies, travel, training, and service contracts to local and regional leadership. Monitors and provides technical advice to activity/facility managers regarding budget execution. Reviews monthly financial reports, compares to budget, and provides execution explanations for higher level local and regional review. Develops plans for over/under executed funds, end of the year funds, grants and future requirements based on higher level guidance.
Maintains funds and property accountability for all APF and NAF fund equipment, supplies, resale funds, and inventories in AOR. Responsible for inventories conducted in accordance with applicable higher level regulatory guidelines. May act as an Approving Official (AO) for government purchase card holders within AOR.
Oversees, solicits, and helps negotiate partnerships on behalf of the MWR department. Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations to support and benefit MWR programs. Responsible for the development of contacts and creating professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-up. Researches and provides information and referral on a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.
Ensures approved staffing levels are maintained to support programs and operations in a cost effective manner. Plans work to be accomplished. Sets priorities and establishes schedules for work completion. Distributes and balances work based upon priority, skill requirements, and level of difficulty. Discusses work in progress, answering questions from team members concerning procedures, directives policy, etc., as well as technical questions. Evaluates performance of subordinates and provides specific recommendations related to training needs. Participates in interviews and recommends selection for all new hires within the branch, initiates appropriate disciplinary action; hears and resolves complaints from employees. Assures equality in determining selection, assignment, training and promotion, discipline and incentive awards to employees.
Actively supports and promotes all aspects of the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and Affirmative Action Plan as directed by applicable laws and regulations, and to communicate this support to subordinates, minority groups and women. Ensures all laws and regulations concerning Merit System Principles and Prohibited Personnel Practices are adhered to.
III. REQUIREMENTS
A four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation, Tourism, Hospitality, Business Management or other directly related degree OR three (3) years of comparable experience that illustrates a progression in management experience. One year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
* Possess comprehensive knowledge of recreation policies, administrative practices and procedures related to the planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating of recreational programs and the efficient operation and utilization of facilities and equipment.
* Demonstrated capability of organizing and operating several facilities/programs simultaneously
* Must have knowledge of general business principles for financial planning/reporting and of the Department of Navy budget process methods for APF and NAF funds to ensure optimum use of resources.
* Ability to plan, present, and execute budgets and to analyze impact on programs and to forecast long term funding requirements.
* Knowledge of business principles and personnel management.
* Ability to develop, explain, justify, persuade, and deal with a wide range of problems and with people with diverse backgrounds.
* Demonstrated ability to manage various functions through subordinate staff.
EVALUATION:
Candidates will be evaluated on quality and nature of the experience pertinent to the position. Resume and supporting documents must demonstrate sufficient knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the full range of duties of the Community Recreation Director. Applications should include details all experience including dates of employment, training, education, or other information that is relevant to the announced vacancy.
HOW TO APPLY:
In person resumes will not be accepted. Please submit resume/application to: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/674458000?t=1661875461701
As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer upon hiring.
The Department of Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.
NOTE: Management reserves the right to fill the vacancy by methods other than merit staffing procedures (i.e., non-competitive placements in lieu of, or as exceptions to competitive procedures), or cancel the vacancy announcement at any time during the recruitment process
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