Supervisory Rec Specialist - Sports Fitness and Aquatics Director

Summary Serves as Supervisory Recreation Specialist - Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Director for the Navy Region Northwest, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, Fleet Readiness Division. The primary purpose of this position is to plan and administer a comprehensive and diverse year-round total installation sports, fitness and aquatics program consisting of self-directed and unit-level type programs and activities that enhance the physical, mental, and social well-being of program participants. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Qualifications Knowledge of goals, philosophy, principles, techniques and methods of procedures used in organizing, planning and administering sports, fitness and aquatics programs as would be gained through a four-year undergraduate degree in Sports or Recreation Management or through three years of relative experience. This would enable the incumbent to apply the principles, concepts, and techniques of sports, fitness and aquatics administration for a military community. Must be capable of organizing and operating several facilities/programs simultaneously. Skill in dealing with people and knowledge of human relations sufficient to effectively perform supervisory duties such as counsel employees, develop performance standards and appraise employee performance, assign and direct work, resolve employee complaints, recruit, select, train and develop personnel Knowledge and understanding of the Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Knowledge of sports and fitness sufficient to understand the physical and psychological effects of these activities in order to recognize the needs, physical capabilities, and physical limitations of participants and to develop, adapt, modify, expand, or otherwise change program/activity. Knowledge of a wide range of sports, fitness and aquatic activities and services that will support implementation of these services and activities for a large military community. Skill in the effective management and utilization of available resources and the ability to determine and justify the funds, travel, training, supplies and equipment needed to develop and carry out diverse sports fitness and aquatics program. Knowledge of a wide range of concepts, theories, principles, games rules, procedures which enable the incumbent to apply such information to insure a balanced program and contribute to appropriate activities for patrons. Knowledge of general business principles for financial planning/reporting and of the Department of the Navy budget process methods for appropriated and non-appropriated funds (NAF) 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. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to solve problems with skill, tact and resourcefulness. Education A 4 year degree in Sports or Recreation Management is preferred. *Transcripts must be uploaded with application for consideration* Additional information We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Northwest Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.