Afloat Recreation Specialist (Fun Boss)

Summary

This position is that of Afloat Recreation Specialist (NAF Civilian position) on board ships worldwide. The primary purpose of this position also known as Fun Boss is to plan coordinate organize and direct a well-balanced afloat recreation program and leisure activities for crew members and embarked personnel aboard United States Navy aircraft carriers and large-deck amphibious assault ships.

Duties

In order to qualify for this position resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education knowledge skills and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills knowledge and abilities as they relate to this position therefore applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.

*This position serves on board a large U.S. Navy ship (aircraft carrier multi-purpose amphibious assault ship or hospital ship) and is responsible for developing a comprehensive Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program for as many as 5600 shipboard personnel.*

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Plans coordinates organizes and directs well balanced recreation and leisure activity programs for crew members assigned to the ship their family members and embarked personnel.
• Deploys with ship during underway periods.
• Co-manages the ships intramural and varsity level sports program with the Afloat Fitness Specialist Fit Boss.
• Administers a ticket rebate and tickets sales program.
• Operates the ships recreation equipment checkout program gear locker.
• Organizes and facilitates ships recreation social activities.
• Instructs recreation leisure skills courses.
• Advertises and promotes ships afloat recreation program activities utilizing various resources.
• Assists in planning and organizing ships Command level programs which could include family members such as a summer picnic or holiday party.
• Coordinates port visits to include gathering information on ports of calls using the Logistics Requisition (LOGREG) or foreign area clearance guides; conducting port briefs to all shipboard personnel via site TV PowerPoint presentations or in person; planning and implementing trips and tours ashore; and traveling with advanced detachment (Advance Det) when approved.
• Assists with drafting of financial plan/annual budget and executing of same.
• Assist with keeping the Commanding Officer informed on the status of the afloat recreation fund and program.
• Provides guidance in the unauthorized expenditure of ships Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) afloat recreation funds.
• Assists in processing financial reports summaries data collection and filing of same.
• Instructs and motivates military personnel assigned to the shipboard recreation division on proper operating procedures and policies; conducts the same for volunteers supporting the afloat recreation program.
• Reviews and inspects work assignments given to assigned military or volunteers within the recreation division.
• Directs designated military personnel and volunteers with tasks in support of the afloat recreation program when authorized.
• Communicates through various formats to include but not limited to; memorandums executive summaries slide presentations briefs and e-mails to effectively correspond with CNIC HQ ships command and crew.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen; must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Due to the unique nature of the position selectee will be required to complete a physical examination upon entry to duty to be determined to be physical fit for shipboard duty.
• The incumbent will be required to deploy at sea on board US Navy ships. Deployment lengths will vary from a few days to over 10 months at a time. The incumbent will receive 40% sea pay when underway/out to sea.
• Due to the unique nature of the position routine medical and dental care while underway may not be available.
• Must be willing to relocate to reside within a 50-mile radius of Norfolk VA.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge skills and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

• A four-year degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field of study or Physical Education. OR an equivalent combination of three or more years of education from an accredited college or university towards a major in Recreation or related field of study or Physical Education AND two or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs. OR at least three or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

• Knowledge of the principles of recreation.
• Knowledge of budgeting internal controls cash management fiscal oversight and inventory systems.
• Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced program in the recreation specialty area which meets the needs of the participating eligible patrons.
• Skill in common computer applications such as Microsoft Office or alike program applications to include word files e-mails spreadsheets presentations calendars and other information technology resources.
• Skill in marketing and promoting sports recreation and leisure activities.
• Ability to deploy with ship during underway periods.
• Ability to conduct recreation programs and leisure activities.
• Ability to direct sporting activities.
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

If qualifying all of in part based on education proof of education MUST be submitted at time of application in order to be considered.

A four-year degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field of study or Physical Education.
OR
An equivalent combination of three or more years of education from an accredited college or university towards a major in Recreation or related field of study or Physical Education AND two or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs.
OR
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive Recreation and Leisure programs.

Additional information

• Position requires periodic deployment aboard a US Navy Ship. 40% sea pay incentive is paid when underway/out to sea.
  • Due to the unique nature of the position routine medical and dental care while underway may not be available.
• Due to the unique nature of the position selectees will be required to complete a pre-employment physical examination and/or overseas medical screening.
• Due to the overseas travel all required vaccinations including the anthrax vaccination may be required as a condition of employment per DoW requirements.
• At sea the employee may share a stateroom with a junior officer. Meals are obtained by either joining the Officers Mess as a paying member or by purchasing meals on the Enlisted Mess Decks.
• Selectees must maintain a valid US Tourist Passport.
• Selectees must apply for a US No-Fee Passport upon employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearances. Employment subject to successful Access National Agency Check with Inquiries (ANACI). Must have or be eligible for secret security clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain specialized training related to the position including completion of the CNIC Afloat Recreation Program Management Course (ARPM) within 90 days of hire.
• Certification in first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required within 90 days of hire and must be maintained throughout the course of employment.
• This position is not telework eligible.

General Information:
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Salary is inclusive of locality pay.

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 selectees eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

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 Installations 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.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Required Experience:

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