MWR Recreation Specialist (Deployed Forces Support Coordinator)
Department: Department of the Navy
Location(s): San Diego, California
Salary Range: $54256 - $58429 Per Year
Job Summary: This position is with CNRSW, MWR, Deployed Forces Support, San Diego. Responsible for supporting and coordinating the efforts of the MWR Departments, in the Southwest Region, in meeting the needs of afloat units. Providing formal training to shipboard recreation services personnel. Locally implementing and executing CNIC Fleet Recreation O&MN equipment grant program. Providing assistance to the fleet in property management, internal controls and financial administration.
Major Duties:
- A. Support and Coordination The incumbent serves as a liaison between the fleet and MWR Departments. As such, they support the department in delivering programs to the shipboard community and facilitate fleet participation in departmental activities. The Deployed Forces Support Coordinator works closely with Recreation Department Athletic Directors, Publicity Managers, Information Tickets and Tour Managers and all MWR department facility managers. B. Training The incumbent provides training a Recreation Services Officers, Fund Custodians and Afloat Civilians by presenting the Fleet Recreation Management Course as a qualified course manager. Provides technical training in the functional areas of afloat recreation program accounting, auditing, procurement, general program administration and fund management. C. CNIC O&MN Equipment Grant Program Deployed Forces Support Coordinators manage the CNIC fleet exercise/recreation equipment grant program for the Southwest Region. To that end, the incumbent surveys homeported ships to determine exercise/recreation equipment needs, both short term and long-term. Equipment cost and complexity range from simple items (e.g., softball gloves) to highly technical items (e.g., electronic a fitness equipment). Shipboard requirements must be met within the limits of allocated funding and product availability. The incumbent completes all phases of the procurement process including storage and distribution. Proper administration of the program requires extensive record keeping and attention to detail. D. Management Support Deployed Forces Support Coordinators serve as a source of management support for shipboard creation personnel. Examples of assistance include the following: Development of internal controls Budgeting General administration and record keeping Policy interpretation Procurement, both APF and NAF Design of shipboard fitness spaces Planning, supervision and evaluation of programs Library Resource Center (LRC) design Computerization of records and files Financial management and administration Indoctrination briefs E. Recreational Programming The incumbent coordinates shipboard participation in MWR Department recreational programs and as well as assisting ships in the development of command-sponsored activities. Recreational programs may also be sponsored by the Deployed Forces Support Coordinators for individual ships, squadrons, groups of ships import. The incumbent locally manages the programs offered by other elements in the chain of command such as Commander, Navy Installation Command and the Commander in Chief, Pacific Fleet. F. Civilian Afloat Program The incumbent assists and supports CNIC's Civilian Afloat Program. Coordinates base orientation process for new civilian afloat specialists and liaisons between the employees and Southwest Region MWR Departments.
Qualifications: Formal education with a four-year baccalaureate (bachelor's) degree from an accredited college or university with a major in recreation administration, exercise science, tourism or physical education or a master's-level graduate degree in recreation administration or business administration is desired. Equivalent experience may be substituted for formal education. Specialized training includes completion of the Fleet Recreation Management Course (FRMC) and formal qualification as Course Manager for the FRMC. Incumbent must obtain this certification within one (1) year of accepting this position. The position requires specialized experience of at least five years: Knowledge of policies and procedures regarding the expenditure and accountability of U.S. government appropriated and nonappropriated funds. Knowledge of policies and procedures regarding the procurement, control and disposition of U.S. government appropriated and nonappropriated property. General knowledge of Navy policies, organization and administration; in-depth knowledge of Navy Recreation policies, administration and procedures. Knowledge of exercise equipment suitable for shipboard use and skill in designing shipboard fitness spaces. Skill in presenting briefs, lectures and formal education programs. Ability to manage and coordinate limited assets in response to the dynamic needs and requirements of the fleet. Knowledge of the principles of shipboard recreation, underway and inport. Skill in using common computer applications such as word processing, database, spreadsheet, and desktop publishing.
How to Apply: Applications are not accepted in person or via email. Applicants must apply online. Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply. Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details.
Application Deadline: 2026-01-19