15269 - Supervisory Recreation Specialist NF-0188-03

ANNOUNCEMENT NO:                 15269

POSITION TITLE:                          Supervisory Recreation Specialist – NF-0188-03

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT:          (1) Regular Full Time

SALARY:                                          $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

LOCATION:                                     JBPHH – Hickam Outdoor Recreation

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:     All Sources                                                                                                        

RELOCATION EXPENSES:         Not Applicable

OPENING DATE:                           06/12/2015      

CLOSING DATE:                           07/09/2015

INTRODUCTION:

This position is located in the Outdoor Recreation Division, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), Join Base Pearl Harbor, Hickam (JBPHH).  The purpose of this position is to provide activity and trip planning, oversight of activity safety, maintenance of equipment, vehicles and facilities and to manage a comprehensive outdoor adventure program.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   

1. Plan, develops, coordinates, and conducts a variety of classes and trips in support of a diverse Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP).  Within overall plans developed by higher levels, selects activities and services to be offered in addition to required basic programs.  Schedules, publicizes and promotes various classes, trips, and other activities specifically targeting high-risk adventure programs.  Leads activities and groups on outing throughout the region by means of MWR vehicles, and provides reconnaissance scouting trips to investigate perspective program activities.  Meet with outside governmental land management agencies to establish access for activities.
2. Ensures compliance with state and local agencies and their regulatory requirements.  Secures permissions and permits (if required) to designed program locations.  Develops and implements procedures to monitor, track and document program effectiveness and success.  Reports progress and makes recommendations on program planning, coordination and follow-up procedures to the Outdoor Recreation Director.  Monitors and tracks complaints and recommendations from customer surveys and satisfaction report; evaluates and ensures quality service and client satisfaction.
3. Assist the Outdoor Recreation Director in planning, developing, and conducting an outdoor recreation training program, as well as a risk management plan.  Monitors the condition and inventory of OAP equipment and supplies used to support the program.  Requisitions new equipment and supplies.  Performs preventive maintenance on OAP equipment and assists in repairing and maintaining all recreation equipment assigned to Outdoor Adventure Activities.  Assists the Outdoor Recreation Director in providing vehicle support to the Outdoor Recreation Program. Plans and schedules assigned vehicles to support the needs of the Outdoor Recreation Program.  Requests and coordinates vehicle requirements from other sources when vehicles are unable to meet needs.  Assist the Outdoor Recreation Director in implementing an overall program on safety, maintenance, vehicle operations, and inspections or assigned non-appropriated fund vehicles.
4. Assigns, directs, and reviews the work of assigned employees; eight NF-2 program coordinators, volunteers and interns.  Recruits, organizes, and trains part-time employees assigned to OAP, volunteers, interns and program coordinators. Assigns work, explains work requirements, methods and procedures to ensure proper accomplishment of assigned activities. Evaluates work performance of OAP staff.  Oversees a comprehensive college intern program, providing guidance, leadership and task.  Performs other duties as assigned.
5. Displays courtesy, tact, and diplomacy with subordinate staff members, interns, and volunteers.  Ensures that the appropriate tasks are assigned to the skill level of employee/volunteer working with each specific outdoor adventure activity.  Ensures prior to releasing a vehicle that the operator/driver is properly licensed and briefed on safe vehicle operation and the requirements to preform daily vehicle inspections.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:  

A bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Hospitality, Leisure or related field or three (3) years of general experience in recreation is highly desirable.  Possess certificates or must be completed within 6 months after employment, Lifeguard Water Front Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, and First Aid Certification.  Completion of Wilderness First Responder course, American Canoe Association membership, Ropes Course Certification, Climbing Wall Certifications, Leave No Trace membership, etc. are highly desirable.  Must possess a valid driver’s license.

HOW TO APPLY: 

Obtain posted NAF Application from www.greatlifehawaii.com./Jobs.  Application and required documents MUST BE submitted no later than close of business on closing date to: CNRH FFR, Attn: NAF Human Resources, Bldg. 3456, 600 Main Street, Honolulu, HI 96818; or e-mail to: nafhr@greatlifehawaii.com, or by fax to (808) 422-3782.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• NAF Application
• Completed OF 306 - Declaration for Federal Employment
• Proof of Education (transcripts if qualifying based on education)
• If claiming Veteran’s Preference, page 4 of DD214 is required, showing reason for discharge and re-entry codes
• Military Spousal Preference (MSP) Form and Military Orders
• Last Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50, if applicable

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED

Using the qualifications of the positions, a predetermined Ranking and Rating Criteria of knowledge, skills and abilities will be used for each application.  Applicants who do not meet the qualifications required will not be interviewed and interviews may be limited to best qualified applicants.

Management reserves the right to consider and make additional hiring selections, for this specific position, from the certified list of eligible candidates within 90 days of the closing date of this job announcement.

BENEFITS

We offer a competitive benefit package for regular employees.  All benefits offered (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan.)  You can review our benefits at https://www.navymwr.org/resources/hr

OTHER INFORMATION

A selection may be made from the resumes/applications received at the first cut-off date.  Some positions have special requirements.  Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable).  Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.  Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Manager at 422-3784. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case by case basis.

Military Spousal Preference (MSP): 1. The MSP Certification Form must be completed and attached to application at time of submission.  2. Military Spousal Preference applies to all positions in pay bands NF 1-3, CY positions, and equivalent Crafts and Trades position for which qualified.

Veterans Preference (VET):  You must request for preference at the time you submit your application and attach a copy of your DD214 member page four to certify eligibility.

All required documents submitted for this position must indicate the announcement number, position title and full name of the applicant on each document.

Condition of employment: selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer within the first 30 days of employment. This is the DoD standard methods of payment of personnel.

All positions require a satisfactory completion of a National Agency Check (NAC) or equivalent background check.

We are an E-Verify participant.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

The Department 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 factor.

AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

Commander, Navy Region Hawaii

Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam

NAF Human Resources Office

600 Main St.

Honolulu HI 96818

808-422-3784

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

Your application will be reviewed after the closing date of the announcement in which you have applied.  The recruitment process takes an average of 2-3 weeks from closing date.  Due to the volume of applications received, applicants may not be notified of non-selection. Management also reserves the right to cancel the vacancy announcement at any time during the recruitment process.