Afloat Recreation Specialist (Fun Boss)
Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR), San Diego, CA, United States
Summary
This position is that of Afloat Recreation Specialist (NAF Civilian position) on board ships worldwide. The primary purpose of this position, also known as “Fun Boss”, is to plan, coordinate, organize, and direct a well-balanced afloat recreation program and leisure activities for crew members and embarked personnel aboard United States Navy aircraft carriers and large‑deck amphibious assault ships.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program for up to 5,600 shipboard personnel.
Plan, coordinate, organize and direct well‑balanced recreation and leisure activity programs for crew, families, and embarked personnel.
Deploy with the ship during underway periods.
Co‑manage the ship’s intramural and varsity level sports program with the Afloat Fitness Specialist “Fit Boss.”
Administer a ticket rebate and ticket sales program.
Operate the ship’s recreation equipment checkout program and gear locker.
Organize and facilitate ship’s recreation social activities.
Instruct recreation leisure skills courses.
Advertise and promote ship’s afloat recreation program activities.
Assist in planning and organizing ship’s command‑level programs such as summer picnics or holiday parties.
Coordinate port visits: gather information on ports of call, conduct port briefs via site TV, PowerPoint or in‑person, plan and implement trips and tours ashore, and travel with Advanced Detachment when approved.
Assist with drafting financial plans and annual budgets, and executing them.
Keep the Commanding Officer informed on the status of the afloat recreation fund and program.
Provide guidance on the use of ship’s Non‑Appropriated Fund (NAF) afloat recreation funds.
Assist in processing financial reports, summaries, data collection and filing.
Instruct and motivate military personnel assigned to the shipboard recreation division on proper operating procedures and policies; conduct the same for volunteers supporting the program.
Review and inspect work assignments given to assigned military or volunteers within the recreation division.
Direct designated military personnel and volunteers with tasks in support of the afloat recreation program when authorized.
Communicate through memorandums, executive summaries, slide presentations, briefs and e‑mails to effectively correspond with CNIC HQ, ship’s command and crew.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Pass all applicable records and background checks.
U.S. citizen, able to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance.
Pass E‑Verify employment verification check; resolve any discrepancies.
Complete a physical examination upon entry to duty to be determined fit for shipboard duty.
Deploy on U.S. Navy ships; deployment lengths vary from a few days to over 10 months; receive 40% sea pay when underway/out to sea.
Routine medical and dental care may not be available underway.
Willing to relocate to reside within a 50‑mile radius of San Diego, CA.
Qualifications
Four‑year degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field, or Physical Education; OR an equivalent combination of three or more years of education toward such a major plus two or more years of specialized experience developing comprehensive recreation and leisure programs; OR at least three or more years of specialized experience developing comprehensive recreation and leisure programs.
Knowledge of the principles of recreation.
Knowledge of budgeting, internal controls, cash management, fiscal oversight, and inventory systems.
Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced program in the recreation specialty area to meet the needs of eligible patrons.
Skill in common computer applications such as Microsoft Office; word processing, e‑mail, spreadsheets, presentations, calendars, and other information technology resources.
Skill in marketing and promoting sports, recreation and leisure activities.
Ability to deploy with ship during underway periods.
Ability to conduct recreation programs and leisure activities.
Ability to direct sporting activities.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations and/or training.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Education Proof of education must be submitted at time of application. The following educational paths are acceptable:
A four‑year degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field of study, or Physical Education.
An equivalent combination of three or more years of education toward such a major, plus two or more years of progressively responsible experience.
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive recreation and leisure programs.
Additional Information
Position requires periodic deployment aboard a U.S. Navy ship. 40% sea pay incentive is paid when underway/out to sea.
Due to the unique nature of the position, routine medical and dental care while underway may not be available.
Pre‑employment physical examination and/or overseas medical screening will be required.
All required vaccinations, including anthrax if required by DoW, may be necessary.
At sea, the employee may share a stateroom with a junior officer. Meals are obtained by joining the Officers' Mess as a paying member or by purchasing meals on the Enlisted Mess Decks.
Must maintain a valid U.S. tourist passport and apply for a U.S. no‑fee passport upon employment.
Must obtain and maintain security clearances; subject to successful ANACI check; eligible for secret clearance.
Must complete CNIC Afloat Recreation Program Management Course (ARPM) within 90 days of hire.
Certification in first aid and CPR is required within 90 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
This position is not telework eligible.
General Information Salary is dependent on experience and/or education and includes locality pay. Some positions may require a one‑year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. 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, a government‑issued Travel Card may be required. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and may result in removal from Federal Service.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of the American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program for up to 5,600 shipboard personnel.
Plan, coordinate, organize and direct well‑balanced recreation and leisure activity programs for crew, families, and embarked personnel.
Deploy with the ship during underway periods.
Co‑manage the ship’s intramural and varsity level sports program with the Afloat Fitness Specialist “Fit Boss.”
Administer a ticket rebate and ticket sales program.
Operate the ship’s recreation equipment checkout program and gear locker.
Organize and facilitate ship’s recreation social activities.
Instruct recreation leisure skills courses.
Advertise and promote ship’s afloat recreation program activities.
Assist in planning and organizing ship’s command‑level programs such as summer picnics or holiday parties.
Coordinate port visits: gather information on ports of call, conduct port briefs via site TV, PowerPoint or in‑person, plan and implement trips and tours ashore, and travel with Advanced Detachment when approved.
Assist with drafting financial plans and annual budgets, and executing them.
Keep the Commanding Officer informed on the status of the afloat recreation fund and program.
Provide guidance on the use of ship’s Non‑Appropriated Fund (NAF) afloat recreation funds.
Assist in processing financial reports, summaries, data collection and filing.
Instruct and motivate military personnel assigned to the shipboard recreation division on proper operating procedures and policies; conduct the same for volunteers supporting the program.
Review and inspect work assignments given to assigned military or volunteers within the recreation division.
Direct designated military personnel and volunteers with tasks in support of the afloat recreation program when authorized.
Communicate through memorandums, executive summaries, slide presentations, briefs and e‑mails to effectively correspond with CNIC HQ, ship’s command and crew.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Pass all applicable records and background checks.
U.S. citizen, able to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance.
Pass E‑Verify employment verification check; resolve any discrepancies.
Complete a physical examination upon entry to duty to be determined fit for shipboard duty.
Deploy on U.S. Navy ships; deployment lengths vary from a few days to over 10 months; receive 40% sea pay when underway/out to sea.
Routine medical and dental care may not be available underway.
Willing to relocate to reside within a 50‑mile radius of San Diego, CA.
Qualifications
Four‑year degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field, or Physical Education; OR an equivalent combination of three or more years of education toward such a major plus two or more years of specialized experience developing comprehensive recreation and leisure programs; OR at least three or more years of specialized experience developing comprehensive recreation and leisure programs.
Knowledge of the principles of recreation.
Knowledge of budgeting, internal controls, cash management, fiscal oversight, and inventory systems.
Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced program in the recreation specialty area to meet the needs of eligible patrons.
Skill in common computer applications such as Microsoft Office; word processing, e‑mail, spreadsheets, presentations, calendars, and other information technology resources.
Skill in marketing and promoting sports, recreation and leisure activities.
Ability to deploy with ship during underway periods.
Ability to conduct recreation programs and leisure activities.
Ability to direct sporting activities.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations and/or training.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Education Proof of education must be submitted at time of application. The following educational paths are acceptable:
A four‑year degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field of study, or Physical Education.
An equivalent combination of three or more years of education toward such a major, plus two or more years of progressively responsible experience.
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience developing comprehensive recreation and leisure programs.
Additional Information
Position requires periodic deployment aboard a U.S. Navy ship. 40% sea pay incentive is paid when underway/out to sea.
Due to the unique nature of the position, routine medical and dental care while underway may not be available.
Pre‑employment physical examination and/or overseas medical screening will be required.
All required vaccinations, including anthrax if required by DoW, may be necessary.
At sea, the employee may share a stateroom with a junior officer. Meals are obtained by joining the Officers' Mess as a paying member or by purchasing meals on the Enlisted Mess Decks.
Must maintain a valid U.S. tourist passport and apply for a U.S. no‑fee passport upon employment.
Must obtain and maintain security clearances; subject to successful ANACI check; eligible for secret clearance.
Must complete CNIC Afloat Recreation Program Management Course (ARPM) within 90 days of hire.
Certification in first aid and CPR is required within 90 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
This position is not telework eligible.
General Information Salary is dependent on experience and/or education and includes locality pay. Some positions may require a one‑year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. 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, a government‑issued Travel Card may be required. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and may result in removal from Federal Service.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of the American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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