Federal

MWR Sports Program Manager

Commander, Navy Installations Command ยท Department of the Navy
๐Ÿ“ China Lake, California NF-4 $71,951 - $76,751/yr
Posted: Apr 3, 2026 Deadline: Apr 17, 2026 (Closes in 10 days days left)

About This Position

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch (N921); Fleet Readiness (N92); Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake. Incumbent serves as a Sports Coordinator responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing a comprehensive sports program for Active-duty and authorized patrons.

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: - Knowledge of principles, concepts, and techniques of sports program planning and administration that enables the employee to competently and independently carry out sports programs to specific needs of the community to be served. - Knowledge of physical and psychological factors impacting individual and team sports performance. - Knowledge of governing body rules for athletic events. - Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policies and procedures governing the recreational activity certifications. - Knowledge of both, NAF, and appropriated fund (APF) funding, government procurement procedures, cash handling procedures, fiscal, personnel, material and cash management. - Knowledge of various specialty equipment, both resale and fixed assets to ensure quality material exists to enhance programs. - Knowledge of the physical and psychological factors that impact training, performance and recovery of individuals and team sports. - Knowledge of the governing body rules for offered athletic events. - Skill in planning and executing a comprehensive sports program that includes a variety of individual and team sports which meets the needs of the participating community. - Skill in effectively organizing and utilizing available community resources. - Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and other operating systems used in the program area. - Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch. - Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training. - Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Major Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: - Plans, organizes, and implements a comprehensive, sports program, for active and retired military, authorized civilians, contractors, and dependents. These programs include (but are not limited to): self-directed recreational sports, and intramural and/or extramural recreational sports. - Serves as the subject matter expert on recreational sports for the installation. - Ensures sports programs are designed to meet the needs of participants at different levels of competition. Inspects and maintains multiple indoor and outdoor athletic facilities, equipment, and supplies used for athletic activities, events and programs. - Plans, organizes and conducts sports specific conditioning sessions, clinics, or seminars to train patrons. - Develops, schedules, and revises program events, tournaments and leagues. - Develops team rosters into leagues or brackets and prepares a schedule showing time, date, location of play and opponents. - Creates an environment that educates and promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and participation in recreational activities,

in addition to providing a program in which risks are minimized. - Administers the local Captain's Cup program based on demands and needs of the local installation command structure. - Develops and conducts sports orientations for new military personnel and their families. - Develops and revises intramural sports rules to ensure they remain current with new governing body rules, rule applications and officiating mechanics. - Officiates or keeps score for offered athletic programs. - Makes and/or coordinates repairs of athletic equipment. - Plans and coordinates the details of recurring and non-recurring activities, special events and joint community undertakings within the assigned program to make maximum use of resources, consistent with military mission and with the principles of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program development. - Assists the Fitness Program Director in periodically updating the departmental strategic plan and reports. - Projects income derived from fees and charges. Monitors inventories, patron counts and maintains related records and reports. - Seeks ways to directly connect departmental plans to current CNIC, MWR priorities including recruitment and retention. - Coordinates program efforts with other Fitness Division team members. - Works closely with other MWR departmental personnel in regards to scheduling, supervision, and facility guidelines. - Identifies installation and MWR target groups with whom special programs may be co-sponsored. - Develops and maintains a comprehensive publicity and marketing plan to include public relation duties (e.g., preparing and distributing flyers, press releases, brochures, etc.). - Develops input to annual budget and executes preplanned budget spending. - Provides input into determining the usage of budget resources for equipment upkeep and replacement, and program support needs. - Initiates purchasing, surveying, issuing and upkeep of recreational and athletic equipment. - Arranges for necessary equipment, supplies and services needed to accomplish scheduled programs and makes recommendations for improvements. - Ensures programs, operations, and use of equipment are conducted within all prescribed sanitation, and health and safety regulations, standards, and guidelines. - Implements an effective written safety/risk management plan and procedures for emergency care for participants; schedules training/certification classes in First Aid/CPR training for appropriate personnel. - Conducts regular safety inspections of the facilities, and reports concerns to the immediate supervisor. - Maintains outdoor athletic facilities and ensures facilities are in good working order. - Prepares training manuals/material, operating manuals, and SOPs. - Schedules recreation facilities and supervises condition of facilities. - Provides clerical support, program registration, answers inquiries, and coordinates with other divisions. - Schedules use of recreation facilities, contracts, and access list for various, sports facilities and programs.

Education

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- physical education.

OR

Specialized experience that demonstrated the ability to: - Plan, supervise, administer, or carry out a sports program that includes a variety of individual and team sports; and - Guide participants in developing the skills needed for participation in sports activities and to teach the techniques of various sports. And A master's or equivalent graduate degree. Or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. Or 2 years of specialized experience in sports programming.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

How You Will Be Evaluated

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine 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.

Additional Information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. 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. Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements.

Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check.

Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct. In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents.

Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required.

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.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination. About Your Resume Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement.

Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count.

Click this link for more tips: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit. Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the MWR Sports Program Manager position at Commander, Navy Installations Command?
The salary range for this position is $71,951 - $76,751/yr. This is a NF-4 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the MWR Sports Program Manager job located?
This position is located in China Lake, California. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
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: - Knowledge of principles, concepts, and techniques of sports program pla...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Apr 17, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What does NF-4 mean?
NF-4 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.