Supervisory Recreation Specialist

Supervisory Recreation Specialist – Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)

Location:

Blue Angel Park, Pensacola, Florida. This role is within the Community Recreation Department of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR).

Incumbent manages a comprehensive, year‑round community recreation program, overseeing program development, staffing, scheduling, marketing, and partnership coordination across the MWR Department.

• Perform supervisory duties: assign work, define priorities, recruit and hire, evaluate performance, recommend pay adjustments, approve leave, initiate corrective actions.
• Authorize personnel actions and ensure accurate timekeeping.
• Lead and instruct subordinates in workshops, clinics, and events across outdoor skills (camping, cycling, sailing, etc.).
• Plan, promote, and implement diverse recreation programs, meeting CNIC approved standards.
• Coordinate leisure activities and classes; serve as liaison with Training Support Center, Fleet & Family Readiness, and tenant commands.
• Develop and maintain program business plans, budgets, and marketing initiatives.
• Negotiate partnerships with on‑base and off‑base organizations, draft proposals, and manage agreements.
• Ensure facilities and activities meet safety and sanitation guidelines; handle equipment checks, inventory, and sales reporting.
• Analyze program performance, adjust operations, and report to leadership.
• Assist with standard operating procedures and project oversight.

• Meet federal employment suitability and background investigation requirements.
• Pass E‑Verify and, if applicable, UNIDATA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process.
• Pass pre‑employment examinations as required.
• Hold a valid U.S. state driver’s license.
• Accept direct deposit for salary payments.
• Register with Selective Service (if applicable).

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in customer service and activity‑based program leadership.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to present to small and large groups.
• Knowledge of recreational program planning, budgeting, and facility management.
• Experience developing and sustaining partnerships, maintaining accurate databases, and publicizing events.
• Valid state driver’s license to be acquired within 90 days of appointment.

No payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized; relocation is funded by the employer.

• Social Security Card required.
• Completion of employment verification (E‑Verify) and Real .
• Probationary period may apply.
• Participation in direct deposit pay program.
• Retention of a favorable background investigation.

Access to IT II systems and measurement of personal information may be required. Positions requiring travel more than twice per year may need a government‑issued travel card.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long‑term disability.
• Retirement and 401(k) plan with agency contributions.
• Paid annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and other standard federal benefits.
• Work‑life balance emphasis and stable federal civilian service.

The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or marital status. Reasonable accommodations are provided on a case‑by‑case basis.

Employees may not use illegal drugs and must maintain a safe workplace.

Submit a complete resume and occupational questionnaire. Incomplete or inaccurate information may result in disqualification.