RECREATION PROGRAMMER - LIBERTY CENTER

Summary

(Customer service and event planning for Single Sailor / Liberty Program)

Performs a variety of duties in support of the MWR Community Recreation program that may include planning special events, recreation information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, recreational green space management, bowling, Library, Liberty, grab-n-go, movies, and outdoor recreation.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

Duties include event planning for the Single Sailor/ Liberty program for MWR Dept.)

Provides customer service, information and support of Community Recreation programs and activities.

Service to MWR customers includes, but is not limited to: checking patron eligibility to ensure authorized use of recreation facilities, resources and equipment, providing information about activities and program offerings, opening and closing facilities, ordering and restocking supplies, and preparing snack bar menu items or pre- packaged retail items.

Assists in day-to-day administration of multiple programs to which assigned. Tasks include submission of event after-action reports, patronage data collection and entering program data.

Provides recreation experiences related to leisure skill sets in the form of day and weekend trips.

Assists in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of leisure and recreation skills subject areas, in tune with offerings popular in the local area, including but not limited to camping, cycling, sailing, backpacking, canoeing, snow skiing, hiking and water sports.

Conducts inventory, maintains inventory controls and maintains equipment for proper accountability of program equipment and resources.

Ensures all rental or check-out forms are properly completed and reservation and check- out procedures are followed.

Notifies supervisor or program lead if damage or loss has occurred.

Checks Community Recreation equipment and resources in and out, collects any applicable rental fees, inventories items and completes inspections upon return.

Assists in processing customer Internet registrations (i.e. Net Near You), initial log-ins and event registrations.

Is accountable for the accuracy of daily sales transactions and completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) at the end of every shift.

Collects fees from customers associated with sales of tickets, retail and rental items, as well as from classes, trips, and various other Community Recreation programs using Point of Sales (POS) and computer programs.

Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail goods, supplies and items deemed to have cash value.

Provides support for Community Recreation event set up and break down.

Initiates and follows up on maintenance trouble calls to get equipment/facility issues resolved.

Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.

Researches and provides information and referral for a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.

Assists in the creation of professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-up.

Performs community outreach to assist in the development of contacts.

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.

Promotes use of recreational E-reading resources available through online MWR Library Program resources.

Seeks ways to promote MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base.

Assists in updating of electronic and multi-media support tools, as needed.

Performs entertainment and promotion scheduling.

Assists in the planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of MWR programs and special events.

Actively supports the command statement on adherence to EEO principles and policies.

Assists with recruitment, training and scheduling of Community Recreation staff.

Performs administrative duties, all of which are accomplished through a variety of means, including computer software programs which track resource inventories, patron usage/comments, and program standards metrics.

Performs other duties as assigned as they pertains to the duties of this position.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation.

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, without a fixed schedule. Administrative work is performed in a normal office setting.

Flexible availability is required during operational hours and special events. Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift, late shift, evenings, weekends and holidays when the need arises.

May have to obtain and maintain the following certification within 90 days of hire: Emergency First Responder or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Food Handlers and/or C.A.R.E (Controlling Alcohol Risks Effectively).

Event planning / Programmer experience preferred.

Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days of being placed into position, and maintain a valid state issued Drivers License.

Must have open availability during operational hours which include: Mon- Thurs- 1030 to 2030, Fri- 1030 to 2100, Sat- 0900 to 2100, Sun- 0900 to 1930.

Qualifications

Combination of experience related to customer service and or recreation activity-based functions.

Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities.

Must be able to work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning and conducting leisure time activities.

Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and the entire scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests.

Knowledge of the functions, procedures, and operations of recreation activities.

Must have strong customer service skills.

Ability to maintain records, compile and organize data for reports, and perform research on recreation topics for dissemination to customers.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Knowledge of computers, office procedures and print production.

Education

A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Additional information

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 Installations 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.

Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your experience is subject to evaluation and verification against the information in your resume. The numeric rating you receive is a self-assessment only and is based on your responses to the questionnaire. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. If a determination is made that you rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, or if your resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or may be considered ineligible.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents may or may not be required. Required documents will show a red asterisk during documentation upload.

-Resume

-Include name and contact information for at least three (3) professional references in your resume

-Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.

-Proof of certification, if applicable to position requirements.

-If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.

-If you are a current federal employee, submit your last three evaluations.

APPLICANTS CLAIMING HIRING PREFERENCE: Please ensure your status is indicated in your USAJOBS account and ALL required documents to claim preference are submitted at the time of resume submission.

WHAT ARE PREFERENCES? Preferences are advantages in the candidate selection process. Individuals can claim the following preferences:

1. Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Qualifying separated employees shall have priority placement in the NAF activity from which they were separated as a result of a Business Based Action (BBA), when the position has substantially the same duties as the position from which they were separated and it is not a higher grade or employment category, provided the position is not being filled by an internal candidate.

To claim this preference, you MUST:

-Submit a copy of your BBA Separation Notification indicating eligibility for RPL.

2. Military Spouse Preference (MSP): Qualifying spouses eligible for MSP are spouses of an active duty military member of the U.S. Armed Forces, including members of the National Guard or Reserves on active duty. The marriage must have occurred before the military member received official permanent change of station (PCS) orders to the installation listed above. MSP is applicable only when applying for NAF positions at the NF-03 and below and equivalent craft and trade (CT) positions.

To claim this preference, you MUST:

-Submit sponsor's PCS orders to installation you are applying for; AND

-If you are not indicated as a spouse on the PCS orders, you MUST submit proof of marriage prior to PCS.

3. Veteran's Preference/Gold Star Veteran's Preference: Qualifying military veterans, and spouses/parents of deceased veterans shall be given employment preference over non-preference applicants if they are equally qualified. Preference applicable for positions open to external candidates.

To claim Veteran's preference, you MUST:

-Submit a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy); AND

-Submit completed SF15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND

-Submit any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc)

To claim Gold Star Veteran's preference, you MUST:

-Submit completed SF-15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND

-Submit a legible copy of DD-1300; AND

-Submit any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc).

***Qualifying applicants with preferences are considered in the order listed above. Then all other qualifying applicants are considered.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from .

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.