USAJOBS · 5 hours ago
Recreation Specialist (Community Recreation)
Colts Neck, New Jersey, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20.50/hr - $21.50/hrUSAJOBS is seeking a Recreation Specialist for the Community Recreation Division of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department. The role involves managing and administering a diverse year-round recreation program and various recreation facilities, ensuring compliance with policies and standards while promoting recreational opportunities.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Plans, promotes, and implements well-rounded Community Recreation programs using MWR Department facilities, in accordance with CNIC approved program standards
Coordinates leisure skills development activities and classes; organizes community special events like comedy shows, holiday events, celebrity appearances, concerts, and festivals
Serves as a liaison for MWR activities with the Training Support Center (TSC), Fleet & Family Readiness Departments (N9), and other on-base tenant commands
Provides support for unit allocation events, including equipment, programming ideas, and coordination assistance
Performs the development, management, planning, and administration of a diverse Community Recreation program, including business plan execution and assisting with writing standard operating procedures
Ensures programs comply with local, Regional, Navy, and Department of Defense (DoD) policies and standards, using judgment to adapt guidelines for specific situations. Exercises independent judgment in developing plans and solutions
Solicits, negotiates, and develops working partnerships with on- and off-base organizations (park districts, clubs, etc.) to support MWR programs. This includes creating proposals, executing agreements, and follow-ups
Researches and provides information and referral on recreational opportunities on and off the base
Assumes responsibility for planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing, and executing programs and special events, utilizing all available resources
Promotes MWR facilities and events through outreach, staff/student indoctrination, and speaking to large groups. Provides input for quarterly calendars and the weekly base paper
Provides administrative support through after-action reports, data collection, and database administration, using software to track patron usage for metrics
Monitors and evaluates ongoing programs, recommending changes or enhancements to improve effectiveness. Performs regular analysis of programs, considering budget, staffing, trends, and command mission
Uses metrics and financial data to recommend program modifications. Provides onsite project oversight and notifies leadership of any issues
Ensures all facilities and activities meet established fire, safety, security, and sanitation guidelines, taking timely action to correct deficiencies. Assists in planning facility renovations
Leads check-in/out of materials and collects fees using a point of sale (POS) system. Inspects returned equipment for damage and recommends replacement
Balances and reconciles daily sales transactions (DAR) and performs inventory of equipment, retail items, and supplies
Leads and instructs staff in administering workshops, clinics, and events in outdoor skills (camping, cycling, sailing, hiking, water sports), and provides related day and weekend field trips
Leads day-to-day operation of assigned programs; assists with staffing, training, scheduling, and ensuring adequate stock levels
Supervises staff and recommends personnel actions (recruitment, evaluation, counseling) on a temporary, as-needed basis consisting of less than 20% of overall duties
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Combination of experience related to customer service and or activity based programming
Ability to work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Knowledge of 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 MWR 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
Company
USAJOBS
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