Supervisory Recreation Specialist

Summary

This position is located in NSA Mid-South, in Millington, Tennessee, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, Fleet Readiness Department in the Community Recreation Department. The incumbent will serve as the Outdoor Recreation Manager. The purpose of this position is to provide program management to the MWR's Outdoor Community Recreation Division's three facilities: the Outdoor Rec Center, the Ellison Liberty Center, and the Information, Tickets, and Travel Office.

Duties

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 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. Authorizes personnel action requests and ensures timekeeping documents aw submitted in accordance with local direction. Ensures interviews and selection of new hires is performed in accordance with established hiring practices. Leads and instructs subordinate in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of outdoor skills areas including but not limited to camping, cycling, sailing, backpacking, canoeing, snow skiing, hiking or water spoils. Provides outdoor field experiences related to above skill training Leads day-to-day operation of programs to which assigned; assists with staffing and scheduling. 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. 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 diverse Community Recreation program. (c.) Marketing 150/0 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. Seeks ways to promote and market MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base and gatherings. Provides administrative duties and support through after-action reports, data collection and database administration. All administrative duties arc completed through a variety of sources including computer software which tracks patron's usage and responses (includes providing information tur 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. 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.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. 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: Knowledge gained through relevant education and training (i.e., bachelor's degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business or closely related field) and/or equivalent recreation related work experience. Combination of experience related to customer service and or activity-based functions. Ability (o work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Knowledge or recreational programs. Knowledge or the goals, principles, techniques and methods of procedure used in organizing, planning and conducting all types of activities. Knowledge of the entire scope of activities and their suitability in the Community Recreation Program for individuals and groups of varying demographics, ages and interests. Ability to create, negotiate, implement and sustain partnerships via various M WR agreements. Ability to maintain a clear and accurate database. Ability to represent the department and speak in front of both small and large groups. Knowledge of recreational and entertainment events. Program planning and leadership skills to devise and implement a leisure and social recreation program that will stimulate and sustain the interest of participants and challenge participants that they may benefit from the social values to be derived from recreational activities. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license, License must be obtained within 90 days of being placed in the position. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsi