Bowling Center Manager

Bowling Center Manager

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Naples, Italy

Salary Range: $47265 - $61449 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is located in Fleet & Family Readiness, Morale, Welfare & Recreation Department, Business Activities Division, Bowling Center, Naval Support Activity, Naples, Italy. The purpose of this position is to plan and carry out a comprehensive bowling program to meet the needs of eligible patrons.

Major Duties:

• Supervises approximately 10 employees both U.S and Foreign Nationals. Employees perform duties in bowling equipment repair, retail sales, lane and shoe rental, customer service and cash handling, custodial services for bowling and theater. Duties include assigning work, defining priorities, selecting and recommending applicants for hire and or promotion, instructing employees on both technical and administrative matters, evaluating performance, recommending pay adjustments and awards, providing or recommending training, approving and/or disapproving leave requests, initiating corrective actions, and recommending formal corrective/disciplinary actions as warranted. Supervises day-to-day operation of bowling program. The incumbent is responsible for the general management, administration and promotion of a 16-lane bowling center with a slot/amusement machine program, recreational bowling leagues, special events and programs. Plans, programs, promotes and executes a broad-based bowling program comprised of special events, leagues, tournaments, open bowling, parties and other activities designed to maximize participation in accordance with CNIC program standards. Promotes events and programs by speaking to groups of people and using administrative resources to create and post advertising materials, as well as provide input for the monthly newsletter and a variety of print and digital media. Develops and justifies annual budget for the bowling facility. Monitors budget execution. Analyzes financial statements, investigates variances and makes adjustments as necessary. Conducts and maintains inventory including bowling machine maintenance parts and snack bar/theater resale items. Identifies sources and requests purchases for facility supplies, services and other expenses. Maintains records and is accountable for the overall profit and loss of all bowling center operations. Schedules preventative maintenance of pinsetter equipment and all automated scoring and operational systems. Maintains an accurate inventory of spare and replacement parts for pinsetters and automated scoring and control systems. Orders parts, supplies and equipment as required. Schedules annual lane certification to comply with America Bowling Congress (ABC) standards. Identifies facility and non-bowling equipment deficiencies and arranges for repair or maintenance action through in-house assets, MWR facilities division, or NSA Public Works Department as appropriate. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Knowledge gained through relevant experience which enables the employee to competently and independently carry out administrative, professional and technical work involving knowledge and application of bowling, bowling equipment, or equivalent recreational projects, programs and facilities. Knowledge of effective marketing techniques to include marketing strategies, customer trend analysis, price analysis and retail display. Knowledge of procurement and inventory management. Must attend alcohol server training and maintain certification. Must have a working knowledge of cost of goods and how it impacts revenues. Must possess knowledge of sanitation requirements and be able to obtain and maintain a food handler's certification. Must be able to develop and enforce various controls and methods to prevent inventory shortages and losses. Must possess a knowledge of business management practices and methods to manage a small business or recreation facility. Knowledge of effective profit/loss accounting techniques and budget formation and execution. Must have knowledge of personnel programs, training methodology and effective supervisory techniques.

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 12/29/2025 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. 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.

Application Deadline: 2025-12-29