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SUPERVISORY RECREATION SPECIALIST (ATHLETIC PROGRAM MANAGER/SPORTS)

Commander, Navy Installations Command ยท Department of the Navy
๐Ÿ“ Guam, Guam NF-4 $61,722 - $62,610/yr
Posted: Feb 22, 2026 Deadline: Mar 8, 2026 (Closed days left)

About This Position

This position is located at the Fitness Center, Naval Base Guam. The mission of Joint Region Marianas (JRM) Warfighter & Family Readiness (WFR) is to provide the highest quality programs and services to the military community through self-sustainment across all quality of life programs. *Recruitment and Relocation Bonuses/Incentives may be negotiable in accordance with agency policy.*

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, 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. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/).

Applicants qualifying based on education, time in grade, credentials, certification, training and/or module completion MUST provide proof of education (i.e. official transcripts/high school diploma), personnel action or SFS0, credentials, statement of service, certification, training and/or module completion at the time of resume submission. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. The Sports Program Manager is a supervisory position responsible for development and oversight of sports programming.

While elements (a) through (c) are preferred, a combination of two of these elements may sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as program director: a) a four-year degree in sports administration or a related field; and/or b) professional certification from a sport's governing body; and/or c) at least three years of experience in the industry. Knowledge that enables the employee to competently and independently carry out fitness, aquatics, and/or sports programs through the proper application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to specific needs of the community to be served. 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 fitness, aquatics, and/or sports program that includes a variety of fitness and/or aquatics activities and/or 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 perform the full range of supervisory duties.

Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Major Duties

Major duties and responsibilities are summarized below. Sports (includes but not limited to): Incumbent serves as a Program Manager in the Branch and assists with the oversight of the Sports Program. Assists in planning and implementing a comprehensive, sports program, for active and retired military, authorized civilians, contractors, and dependents.

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. Ensures the installation's recreational sports program is diverse and inclusive, in an effort to accommodate various patrons and levels of competition.

Develops and revises program events, tournaments and leagues to provide an inclusive program. Creates an environment that educates and promotes sportsmanship and participation in recreational activities. 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. Serves as the subject matter expert on recreational sports for the installation. Program Management and Administration (includes but not limited to): Plans and coordinates the details of recurring and non-recurring activities, special events and joint community undertakings within the assigned program(s) 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. Assists in projecting income derived from fees and charges. Monitors inventories, cost controls, 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 cosponsored. Assists in developing and maintaining a comprehensive publicity and marketing plan to include public relation duties. Arranges for 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. Assists in implementing 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.

Prepares training manuals/material, operating manuals, and conducts staff meetings and training. Schedules recreation facilities and supervises condition of facilities. Provides clerical support, program registration, answers telephones, and maintains correspondence with other divisions or agencies; responds to public inquiries about the facility.

Assists with reservations, contracts, and access list for various fitness, sports, and aquatics facilities. Supervisory (includes but are not limited to): Directs work to be accomplished by staff. Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.

Conducts annual performance reviews of staff. Participates in section staffing decisions. Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions. Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary.

Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understand and adhere to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable. Directly supervises assigned staff. A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.

Education

No positive education requirements for this position.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Any experience, education, or other qualification presented on your application and/or resume is subject to evaluation and verification. Submissions are reviewed to determine if applicants meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements and to determine the level of KSAs related to the job requirements. Best qualified applicants are referred to the hiring manager in accordance with Military Spouse and Veteran Preference policies where applicable.

If your application and/or resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or may be considered ineligible. The hiring manager may choose to conduct interviews, which may also be subject to evaluation and verification.

Additional Information

Some positions have special requirements. In these cases, selection is tentative pending satisfactory completion of these requirements. All selections are contingent upon obtaining satisfactory background and employment reference checks.

Males must be registered for or exempt from Selective Service (https://www.sss.gov/register/). Selectees are required to participate in direct deposit. Selectees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.

Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. Access to certain federal facilities require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star). See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.

The Department of the Navy is a drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by CNIC NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace.

Military members and their families have a right to reliable and productive Federal workforce. *Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test.* The Department of the Navy 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 Department of the Navy provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to: [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision to grant an accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of referral certificate.

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 03/08/2026 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. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12894455 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=Applicant To 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/status.

Required Documents

-RESUME. A resume is required (two-page limit, learn more here - Resume Requirements).

Your resume must include relevant work experience, include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade. If the job announcement requires any education, certifications, or licensures, include the required information. If required, include school or institution name, completion date, degree type and GPA.

Your resume is the main resource used to assess your knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to this position. You should be clear and specific when describing your work experience as it relates to this position. -FOR CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES. A copy of your most recent personnel action/SF50 or agency notification of personnel action form that provides current position, grade level, and duty location is required. -PROOF OF EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, TRAINING, OR TIME IN GRADE.

Applicants qualifying based on education, credentials, certification, licensure, training, or time in grade MUST provide proof of education (i.e. official transcripts/high school diploma), personnel action, or SF50, and current or unexpired credentials, certification, licensure, or training at the time of resume submission. -APPLICANTS CLAIMING HIRING PREFERENCE: Please ensure you complete and submit ALL required documents to claim preference at the time of resume submission. All forms to claim preference can be downloaded via our website at www.militarymwrguam.com/careers. WHAT ARE PREFERENCES?

Preferences are advantages in the candidate selection process. Individuals can claim the following preferences: 1. Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Qualifying separated employees shall have priority placement in the NAF activity from which they were separated as a result of a Business Based Action (BBA), when the position has substantially the same duties as the position from which they were separated and it is not a higher grade or employment category, provided the position is not being filled by an internal candidate.

To claim this preference, you MUST: -Submit a copy of your BBA Separation Notification indicating eligibility for RPL.

  1. Military Spouse Preference (MSP): Qualifying spouses eligible for MSP are spouses of an active duty military member of the U.S. Armed Forces, including members of the National Guard or Reserves on active duty. The marriage must have occurred before the military member received official permanent change of station (PCS) orders to Guam. MSP is applicable only when applying for NAF positions at the NF-03 and below and equivalent craft and trade (CT) positions. To claim this preference, you MUST: -Submit sponsor's PCS orders to Guam.

Applicant must be listed as a dependent; AND -If you are not indicated as a spouse on the PCS orders, you MUST submit proof of marriage prior to PCS to Guam

  1. Veteran's Preference/Gold Star Veteran's Preference: Qualifying military veterans, and spouses/parents of deceased veterans shall be given employment preference over non-preference applicants if they are equally qualified. Preference applicable for positions open to external candidates.

To claim Veteran's preference for time served during specific periods of war, campaigns, or expeditions, you MUST: -Complete and Submit VETERAN'S PREFERENCE WORKSHEET. Form may be downloaded from: Download Vet Preference Form or at www.militarymwrguam.com/careers; AND -Submit a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy) To claim Veteran's preference for service-connected disabilities or for eligible relatives of deceased or disabled veterans, you MUST: -Complete and submit completed SF-15, APPLICATION FOR 10-POINT VETERAN PREFERENCE. Form may be downloaded from: Download SF-15 Form or at www.opm.gov/forms/standard-forms/; AND -Submit any other supporting documentation to validate information provided on SF-15 (DD-214 (member 4 copy), DD-1300, official statements, document of service-connected disability, marriage certificate, court decree, etc.) All resumes and documents required to prove eligibility MUST be submitted by the closing date on the announcement in order to be considered.

It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure accuracy and completion of requirements upon submission. Failure to provide all of the required information and/or documentation as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating/preference or may affect the overall rating/preference. Documentation submitted for other/previous vacancies is not considered as part of this submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the SUPERVISORY RECREATION SPECIALIST (ATHLETIC PROGRAM MANAGER/SPORTS) position at Commander, Navy Installations Command?
The salary range for this position is $61,722 - $62,610/yr. This is a NF-4 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the SUPERVISORY RECREATION SPECIALIST (ATHLETIC PROGRAM MANAGER/SPORTS) job located?
This position is located in Guam, Guam. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
In order to qualify for this position, 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. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirement...
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 Mar 8, 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.