ANNOUNCING AN OPPORTUNITY TO
BECOME A PART OF THE MWR TEAM
POSITION: SUPERVISORY RECREATION SPECIALIST (FITNESS COORDINATOR)
SALARY: $22.57 - $24.00 PH
ANNOUNCEMENT #: GP-22-36761
OPENING DATE: 29 SEP 2022 NO RELOCATION
CLOSING DATE: 12 OCT 2022
EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Full-time - Full Time, 40 hours per week. Must have availability Sunday - Saturday and hours may vary 0445 - 1915. Must be available to work weekends if necessary. Temporary - Temporary position is available until the end of September 2022.
LOCATION: FITNESS CENTER, Morale Welfare and Recreation Department, Community Activities Division, Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, Mississippi.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to the Public.
HOW TO APPLY: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/680635500
PURPOSE: Incumbent serves as a Program Manager in the Branch and assists with the oversight of one or a combination of one of the following programs at the installation: Aquatics, Fitness, Sports.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans and coordinates the details of recurring and non-recurring activities, special events and joint community undertakings within the assigned program(s) to make maximum use of
resources, consistent with military mission and with the principles of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program development.
Assists the Fitness Program Director in periodically updating the departmental strategic plan and reports.
Assists in projecting income derived from fees and charges. Monitors inventories, cost controls, patron counts and maintains related records and reports.
Seeks ways to directly connect departmental plans to current CNIC, MWR priorities including recruitment and retention.
Coordinates program efforts with other Fitness Division team members.
Works closely with other MWR departmental personnel in regards to scheduling, supervision, and facility guidelines.
Identifies installation and MWR target groups with whom special programs may be cosponsored.
Assists in developing and maintaining a comprehensive publicity and marketing plan to include public relation duties (e.g., preparing and distributing flyers, press releases, brochures, etc.).
Arranges for equipment, supplies and services needed to accomplish scheduled programs and makes recommendations for improvements.
Ensures programs, operations, and use of equipment are conducted within all prescribed sanitation, and health and safety regulations, standards, and guidelines.
Assists in implementing an effective written safety/risk management plan and procedures for emergency care for participants; schedules training/certification classes in First Aid/CPR
training for appropriate personnel.
Conducts regular safety inspections of the facilities, and reports concerns to the immediate supervisor.
Prepares training manuals/material, operating manuals, and conducts staff meetings and training.
Schedules recreation facilities and supervises condition of facilities.
Provides clerical support, program registration, answers telephones, and maintains correspondence with other divisions or agencies; responds to public inquiries about the facility.
Assists with reservations, contracts, and access list for various fitness, sports, and aquatics facilities.
Directs work to be accomplished by staff.
Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.
Conducts annual performance reviews of staff.
Participates in section staffing decisions.
Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.
Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary.
Supports CNIC’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understand and adhere to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable. Directly supervises assigned staff. Performs other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is partially sedentary while in an office setting and moderately active while in the fitness center and at the outdoor facilities. Prolonged standing is required when conducting training classes. At times the work requires a heavy amount of physical exertion (e.g. lifting up to 75 pounds, preparing play areas for activities, demonstrating exercises, setting up and tearing down equipment, etc.). In addition, the work requires a well above average amount of physical dexterity and ability in a variety of fitness and sports activities in order to demonstrate and teach staff and program participants.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
REQUIREMENTS: CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9
- Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer
- A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition 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.
One year of 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:
Knowledge that enables the employee to competently and independently carry out fitness, aquatics, and/or sports programs through the proper application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to specific needs of the community to be served.
Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policies and procedures governing the recreational activity certifications.
Knowledge of both, NAF, and appropriated fund (APF) funding, government procurement procedures, cash handling procedures, fiscal, personnel, material and cash management.
Knowledge of various specialty equipment, both resale and fixed assets to ensure quality material exists to enhance programs.
Knowledge of the roles of the lifeguards during a coordinated rescue scene for the safety of the rescuers and the victim. (Aquatics Program Manager Only)
Knowledge of the beach environment (e.g., marine life, beach and water hazard) is required for waterfront lifeguard positions. (Aquatics Program Manager Only)
Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing and adjust chemical imbalances and document the results. (Aquatics Program Manager Only)
Knowledge of the physical and psychological factors that impact training, performance and recovery of individuals and team sports. (Sports Program Manager Only)
Knowledge of the governing body rules for offered athletic events. (Sports Program Manager Only)
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as related to exercise and physical fitness. (Fitness Program Manager Only)
Knowledge of military physical fitness standards and testing procedures. (Fitness Program Manager Only)
Knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and techniques that govern physical fitness programs which includes knowledge of exercise science, strength conditioning, nutrition, weight loss/control, cardiovascular endurance, exercise requirements and projected results. (Fitness Program Manager Only)
Knowledge of bio-mechanics, fitness testing and exercise prescription supplemented with a knowledge of proper procedures in the use of strength training equipment, nutrition, exercise, physical fitness programming and testing equipment. (Fitness Program Manager Only)
Skill in planning and executing a comprehensive fitness, aquatics, and/or sports program that includes a variety of fitness and/or aquatics activities and/or individual and team sports which meets the needs of the participating community.
Skill in effectively organizing and utilizing available community resources.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and other operating systems used in the program area.
Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties.
Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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.
TEMPORARY POSITION FULL TIME FOR 5 TO 23 MONTHS 40 HOURS PER WEEK. MUST BE AVAILABLE SUNDAY THROUGH SATURDAY AND HOURS MAY VARY 0445 TO 1915. MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK HOLIDAYS IF NECESSARY.
Education
Per DoD MWR Fitness Standards (issued 21 July 2016), the requirements for the different Program Managers are as follows:
While elements (a) through (c) are preferred, a combination of two of these elements may sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as program director:
a) a four-year degree in exercise science or a related field for civilian personnel;
b) professional certification by an accredited health/fitness organization; and
c) at least three years of experience in the fitness industry/field for civilian personnel.
Incumbent must possess and maintain:
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification
The Sports Program Manager is a supervisory position responsible for development and oversight of sports programming. While elements (a) through (c) are preferred, a combination of two of these elements may sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as program director:
a) a four-year degree in sports administration or a related field;
b) professional certification from a sport’s governing body; and
c) at least three years of experience in the industry.
Additional information
Some positions have special requirements
• Position is a 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY:
•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.
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).
SPOUSAL PREFERENCE: The time period of eligibility for spousal preference begins 30 days before the military member's reporting date at a new duty station outside of the current duty station's commuting area and applies without time restriction except that spouses seeking preference with less than six months’ time remaining in the area may be non-selected. Spousal Preference forms are located in the lobby at the MWR Admin. Bldg. 352 or on the website. You MUST attach spouse’s orders. You MUST be referenced (family) on the orders. If you are not referenced by name on the order, you MUST provide a copy of your marriage certificate.
Dept of the Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non-merit factors.
As a condition of employment, selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds transfer within the first 60days of employment. This is a DoD standard method of payment of personnel. Employees will be subject to administrative action for failure to enroll unless a waiver has been obtained.
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