Summary This position is located in the Community Recreation Division, of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department located in, Millington, TN. The primary purpose of this position is to provide support to the Installation Program Director through the day to day management of the Community Recreation Division. Manages and administers a comprehensive and diverse year round recreation program and facilities. Responsibilities Responsible for the development, management, maintenance, planning, business plan execution, and administration of a diverse recreation program. Ensures programs are in compliance with local and regional program policies, regulations, and procedures, and higher-level Navy and DoD instructions, regulations and program standards; uses judgment in adapting guidelines for specific situations, methods and processes that may deviate from guidelines. Exercises authority and independent judgment in development of plans and solutions. Provides specific guidance regarding the maintenance of current and development of new programs to recreation division managers. Continuously reviews the overall assigned recreation programs. 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 to better meet and enhance the expected effectiveness of the programmed activity. Performs regular analysis of projected projects and programs, considering operating budget, staffing requirements, plans, trends, command mission and changing population. Finds and implements ways to eliminate or reduce significant bottlenecks and barriers to program execution, teamwork or use of established business practices. Takes timely action to correct deficiencies through coordination with local agencies. Provides day to day administrative and technical supervision of a workforce consisting of both Appropriated (APF) and Non-Appropriated fund (NAF) employees and acts as Rating Official (RO). Acts as Senior Rating Official (SRO) for activity managers in assigned AOR. Distributes and balances work based upon priority, skill requirements, and level of difficulty. Discusses work in progress, answering questions from team members concerning procedures, directives, policy, etc., as well as technical questions. Responsible for training, supervising, scheduling and evaluating all employees within the branch. Participates in interviews and recommends selection for all new hires, initiates appropriate disciplinary action; hears and resolves complaints from employees. Assures equality in determining selection, assignment, training and promotion, discipline and incentive awards to employees. Controls attendance and leave ensuring adequate work force is available at all times to accomplish the mission. Routinely approves sick and annual leave. Actively supports and promotes all aspects of the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and Affirmative Action Plan as directed by applicable laws and regulations, and to communicate this support to subordinates, minority groups and women. Coordinates budget requirements with activity/facility managers and provides general guidance for preparation of the annual operating budget. Based on activity input formulates budgets for both Appropriated and Non-Appropriated funds. Justifies budget requirements for personnel, equipment, supplies, travel, training, and service contracts to local and regional leadership. Monitors and provides technical advice to activity/facility managers regarding budget execution. Reviews monthly financial reports, compares to budget, and provides execution explanations for higher level local and regional review. Develops plans for over/under executed funds, end of the year funds, grants and future requirements based on higher level guidance. Responsible for inventories conducted in accordance with applicable higher level regulatory guidelines. May act as an Approving Official (AO) for government purchase card holders within AOR. Represents the department at meetings, conferences, etc. Cultivates a cooperative relationship with the military, regional, and civilian community by maintaining liaison with private organizations, special interest groups, community groups, etc. Duties are performed to provide customer satisfaction and contribute positively to the success and profitability of the organization. Oversees, solicits and helps to negotiate partnerships on behalf of the MWR Department. Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations to support and benefit MWR programs. Responsible for the development of contacts and creating professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-up. Exercises delegated managerial authority to a set series of annual, multi-year or similar types of long-range work plans, schedules for work. Assures implementation (by lower or subordinate staff) of the goals and objectives for the program area of responsibility (AOR). Determines the goals and objectives that need additional emphasis; determine best approach or solution for resolving budget shortages; and plan for long range staffing needs. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1. A four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation OR three years of comparable experience that illustrates a progression in management experience is required. 2. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of recreation policies, requirements, administrative practices and procedures relating to the planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating of recreational programs and the efficient operation and utilization of facilities and equipment. 3. Must be capable of organizing and operating several facilities/programs simultaneously. 4. Must possess skill in negotiating program issues and operational requirements with patrons and personnel inside and outside the local installation and community organizations. 5. Must have knowledge of general business principles for financial planning/reporting and of the Department of the Navy budget process methods for APF and NAF funds to ensure optimum use of resources. 6. Ability to plan, present, and execute budgets and to analyze impact on programs and to forecast long term funding requirements. 7. Knowledge of business principles and personnel management. 8. Ability to communicate and clarify the application of the department's policies to employees and management personnel. 9. Ability to develop, explain, justify, persuade and deal with a wide range of problems and with people of diverse backgrounds. 10. Demonstrated ability to manage various functions through a subordinate staff. 11. Ability to communicate proficiently both orally and in writing. 12. Three (3) years of documented supervisory experience required. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT You must be a US Citizen. Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job. Education A four-year undergraduate degree in Recreation or three years of comparable experience that illustrates a progression in management experience is required. Additional Information The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to: 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 Some positions have special requirements- Position is a non-critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII. An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.- Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450. Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.- Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.- For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of 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. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to MILL_CNIC_NAF_EEO@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.