Navy Region Northwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) · 23 hours ago
Recreation Specialist Community Recreation - Programmer
Oak Harbor, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expNavy Region Northwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is dedicated to supporting the Military's Quality of Life programs. The Recreation Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and evaluating recreational activities and programs for service members and their families, ensuring successful execution and promotion of these events.
National DefenseSocial MediaGovernmentCommunitiesMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for the planning, coordinating, execution and evaluation of a comprehensive monthly calendar of reoccurring and non-reoccurring recreational activities, classes, events, trips, and programs
Arranges for space set up, audio-visual and other equipment and coordinates with managers when additional staff is needed to make a program successful
Prepares and provides a detailed program event plan for each activity, class, trip, and event to include detailed event notes, budget, staffing plan, after action report, etc
Decorates and sets up for activities/programs and ensures where activities are held are cleaned up both prior to and after events
Works closely with program management and marketing to promote programs that are being planned and implemented
Uses creative techniques to encourage/attract patrons to participate
Coordinates with the installation marketing representative/sponsorship coordinator identifying commercial sponsorship opportunities in support of the program
Captures metrics and evaluates programs. Evaluates effectiveness of program delivery based on user metrics, surveys, interactions with patrons and ICE comments. Uses data to make recommendations and modification to the program
Conducts focus groups in order to determine future programs. Prepares and submits required monthly reports and metrics for area of responsibility
Prepares, justifies and monitors the execution of the annual NAF and APF operating budget
Reviews financial reports, compares to budget and provides execution explanation for higher level review
Researches and prepares purchasing documents in support of equipment/program funding
Ensures all facilities and activities associated with the program meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines
Identifies and communicates repairs related to facility and equipment maintenance deficiencies to the appropriate representatives
Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with local agencies
May be required to act in a lead capacity, training, directing and assigning work, preparing work schedules and assisting supervisor with timekeeping responsibilities for Recreation Assistants, Guides, and Motor Vehicle Operators. Provides necessary on the job training for staff as required and provides input to the manager on employee performance
Recruits, trains and manages volunteers, special interest groups and interns associated with programs in area of responsibility
Maintains documentation and ensures procedures are in place for managing special interest groups, volunteers and interns associated with the program
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must have a four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation or related subject area and one year of professional experience OR three years of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade equipping the incumbent with the skills to successfully perform the position's duties
Incumbent must possess practical knowledge of goals, philosophy, principles, techniques, and procedures used in managing, organizing, planning, administering facilities and conducting recreational activities
Must be able to utilize a computer and have basic knowledge of software such as Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Internet Explorer)
Possesses strong communication skills and ability to communicate to all military personnel, advisory groups, DoD personnel, local community program representatives, and vendors
Have the ability to solve problems, make sound decisions and exercise good judgment with skill, tact and resourcefulness
The incumbent has considerable responsibility for and independence in planning and implementing diverse activities requiring initiative, innovation, and resourcefulness
Incumbent must be skilled and able to perform multiple job duties with limited direction or supervision. Must have general knowledge and skill in developing and executing operating budgets
Incumbent demonstrates knowledge of marketing and promotion techniques motivating and encouraging program participation
Have the ability to evaluate activities, programs, and services to meet patron and organizational goals, objectives, interests, and needs taking corrective action when necessary to meet goals
The employee must satisfactory complete a suitability background check and obtain a security clearance when necessary for access to areas of responsibility
This position may require the employee to occasionally travel away from the normal duty to support trip and tours
The employee may be required to work overtime
This position requires the employee to drive motor vehicles including a 15-passenger van
A valid driver's license is required for the position
Requires within the first 90 days on the job be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid
Must be a U.S. Citizen to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance
Company
Navy Region Northwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
OUR VISION Deliver dynamic, innovative, and integrated programs and services that inspire Sailors and US Navy families to thrive throughout their military life cycle.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase