Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) · 19 hours ago
Community Recreation Programmer
Gulfport, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelNavy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is seeking a Community Recreation Programmer to manage and administer a comprehensive recreation program within the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department. The role involves planning, promoting, and implementing various community recreation programs while fostering partnerships within the community.
Military
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
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 (SF-52) and ensures timekeeping documents are submitted in accordance with local direction
Leads and instructs subordinate staff in administrating 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 sports
Leads day-to-day operation of multiple programs to which assigned; assists with staffing, training 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
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. 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
Researches and provides information and referral on a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base
Responsible for planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of programs and special events within the Community Recreation program by utilizing all available resources
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
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation
Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check
You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9
May be required to pass pre-employment examinations
A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles
Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license to drive a government vehicle in the performance of duties
MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK VARYING WORK SCHEDULES TO MEET OPERATION NEED, WHICH WILL INCLUDE WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS, AND EVENINGS
RESUME MUST SHOW EVENT PLANNING AND PROGRAMMING EXPERIENCES
The incumbent will be required to split their time between our Gulfport location and our office at Lakeside in Pascagoula
Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above
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 to work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Knowledge of recreational programs
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
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 communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Preferred
A bachelor's degree in recreation, leisure studies, exercise science or a related field is preferred but may be substituted by an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.)
Stability of Federal Civilian Service
People with passion for doing work that matters
Quality of Work Life Balance
Company
Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
OUR VISION: Deliver dynamic, innovative, and integrated programs and services that inspire Sailors and Navy families to thrive throughout their military life cycle.
Jacksonville, Florida, US
51-200 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase