Recreation Specialist (Sailing) Jobs

Duties

• Monitors and maintains the profitability of the sailing and motorboat training/rental programs via SAP accounting software. Makes financial recommendation about the rental program based on the financial statements extradited from the SAP software.
• Develops and recommends programs and/or program enhancements that will expand the sailing program, and fully publicize offering to increase participation. Actively sells the sailing/boating program within the military community. Works to expand the sailing program to a year round activity and maintains programs 10 months out of the year.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Greet customers, rings up sales for merchandise, answers phone and checks ID card to ensure only authorized patrons utilize the program. Answers questions in regards to hours of operation, upcoming events, special events, merchandise availability and cost. Operates a cash register, ringing sales and providing correct change to the customer. At end of shift, completes the Daily Activity Report (DAR), ensures all cash handling/reporting/securing requirements are met, verifies the amount of money collected and drops the cashier bag into the drop safe. Determines cash shortages or overages by comparing total of cash receipt against cash register readings. Completes the deposit form in accordance to local procedures. Ensures all keys are turned into the lock box and/or cashiers bag. Assist with training new staff to accomplish customer service and cash handling, and ensures all requirements are met during assigned shifts, to include: proper opening/closing procedures, securing assets, appropriate release/return of rentals, safety and health requirements are met, issuing supplies, ensuring staffing is at appropriate levels, documents absences and calling in staff as required. Reviews daily schedule and ensures facility, staff and equipment meet operational needs. Resolves minor complaints/concerns of patrons and staff.
• Ensures the maintenance of the motorboat and sailboat rental fleet ensuring that all boats are ready for rent and serviceable at all times. Makes necessary repairs to boats (fiberglass, gel-coat) and sails or sees that repairs are done in timely efficient manner.
• Directs the work of sailing instructor staff. Prepares schedules for approval, schedules classes, check work in progress and oversees participation. Reviews applicants, conducts interviews, and makes recommendations for selections. Provides input for instructor evaluations and makes recommendations for recognition or corrective action as warranted. Serves as acting supervisor in the absence of the facility manager.
• Conduct Sailing lessons to authorized patrons, ensuring their safety on the water during the scheduled lesson. Administers grades and evaluates the basic, intermediate, advanced and night qualifications sailing test in both written and practical areas. Observes activities of patrons to ensure that safety rules are followed. Provides information to patrons regarding safety rules and procedures. Enforces applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding use of marina/sailing. Rescues boaters in need of assistance. Keeps boating area clean and free from hazards. Observes wind and weather, tides, and currents conditions and makes decision on sailing limitation and activities as appropriate for the given weather conditions
• Conduct sail check rides and sailing course challenges

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must pass all applicable records and background check.

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 Possess The Following

• Ability to operate a personal computer and perform basic word processing and spreadsheet tasks using Microsoft and site-specific software.
• Ability to perform minor boat and marina maintenance (e. g., changing batteries, scraping and cleaning boat bottoms, painting, varnishing boats, repairing piers and decking and replacing floats).
• Skill in promoting, scheduling, and managing recreational boating activities, such as sailing regattas, and other special events.
• Ability to tow disabled boats.
• Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
• Knowledge of NAF budgeting and activity level financial management.
• Ability to direct the work of other employees, monitor performance, and assure adequate internal control procedures are developed and operative.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Knowledge of asset and inventory management.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• A minimum of 2 year work related experience. Must be familiar with boating terminology, water and boating safety, handling of boats (launching, mooring, etc.). Must be able to handle large and small sailboats in heavy wind. Must be able to conduct on the water rescues by controlling both the chase boat and the boat being rescued. Ability to communicate in English verbally and written to understand instructions given and provide clear information to boaters. Knowledge of basic arithmetic to compute charges, makes change accurately and prepare reports. Must possess strong leadership and communication skills to effectively instruct groups of people, market the programs, motivate eligible patrons and lead a small staff.
• Knowledge of military MWR and Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) procurement, personnel, and funding.
• Knowledge of boating/sailing terminology, watercraft operation and maintenance, water and boating safety, handling of boats (launching, mooring, and storage), boating equipment and facilities, and recreational boating activities.
• Ability to work effectively with subordinates, supervisory and management officials and patrons.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional Information

To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

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 selectee's 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.