Supervisory Recreation Specialist (NF-4)

Summary

Support the Military's Quality of Life programs! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military & civilian employees. Incumbent will perform a variety of duties connected with providing accommodations for guests at Jim Creek which is a regional outdoor recreation area cabins, campsites, picnicking and related activities.

Duties

Manages daily operations of the Jim Creek Recreation Area, including campgrounds, cabins, picnic areas, waterfront facilities, trails, rentals, resale operations, fitness center, conference center, and Alpine Tower. Oversees recreation facilities, grounds, equipment, supplies, and customer-service operations to ensure safe, clean, efficient, and quality services for authorized patrons. Maintains reservation and point-of-sale systems; tracks fees, revenue, operational records, inventory, and equipment accountability. Inspects facilities and equipment for safety, environmental, and fire compliance; coordinates maintenance, repairs, replacement needs, and corrective actions. Assists with annual budget development and execution; monitors expenditures and revenue, reviews financial reports, recommends fee changes, and explains budget variances. Supervises a seasonal workforce of approximately 4-13 employees, volunteers, and interns; performs hiring, training, scheduling, work assignments, performance evaluations, and employee development. Ensures staffing levels support year-round operations in a cost-effective manner and addresses employee concerns, conduct, and disciplinary matters as appropriate. Plans, coordinates, promotes, and evaluates outdoor recreation programs, including classes, skill clinics, trips, camps, competitions, and special events. Incorporates risk management, trip planning, permits, participant safety, staffing, program costs, and after-action reporting into outdoor recreation activities. Provides patrons with recreation information, technical guidance, and customer support; coordinates with installation partners, community organizations, vendors, and other agencies.

Qualifications

Must meet one of the following qualification requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation or a related field; or Five years of related recreation experience, including at least three years of outdoor recreation experience and at least one year of program management or supervisory experience. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within 90 days of employment. Must have knowledge of outdoor recreation programs, facility and grounds operations, safety requirements, and relevant recreation equipment. Must possess supervisory, managerial, administrative, oral communication, and written communication skills.

Education

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation or a related field is qualifying for this position. Education may be substituted by five years of related recreation experience, including at least three years of outdoor recreation experience and at least one year of program-management or supervisory experience. Applicants using education to qualify must submit copies of their transcripts with their application.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. 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, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

How to apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/23/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/ It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=ApplicantTo verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/statusDON 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. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Other information

*Bi-weekly review of applicants Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. 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. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. 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. 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 Mid-Atlantic 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.