Amentum
government
RecreationServicesManager
“Recreation Services Manager at Amentum. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management. Manage resale operations and recreational programs. Ensure compliance with safety standards”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure compliance with safety standards; ensure compliance with customer service expectations; ensure compliance with operational goals; ensure they meet the needs of the military community; ensure the quality and fairness of all MWR-sponsored sports leagues and tournaments; enhancing morale and welfare initiatives; ensure operational effectiveness and compliance with Navy guidelines; maintain fiscal responsibility
Industry & Context.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Be readily available during regular working hours, Ensure availability or that of a designated alternate within one hour for emergencies or contingencies, Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally, Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring, Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment, Safety culture participation, Quality policy conformance, Procedure compliance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
four-year degree from an accredited college or university with a major study in one or more recreation, sports management, business administration, or a related field, three (3) years of general experience demonstrating successful knowledge and application of the goals, principles, methods, and techniques of recreation, alongside an understanding of the interests and motivations of individuals and groups, minimum of five (5) years of specialized experience in roles such as an NF-4 with a Non-Appropriated Funds Instrumentality (NAFI) or a middle manager role in a similar civilian operation, Certification or ability to become a certified American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor, Proficiency in officiating sports such as Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Softball, and Flag Football, Completion of, or willingness to achieve, MWR Star Service, AECR training certification, Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain such certification prior to hire, High school diploma or equivalent, leadership and organizational skills to manage multiple programs and provide effective oversight of recreational staff, Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally, Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring, Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment
Nice to Have
Master’s degree or advanced education in Recreation, Business Administration, or a related field, Previous experience managing large-scale recreational activities in military or civilian facilities, Knowledge of Navy MWR program standards and operational mandates, Familiarity with recreational program management in OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) or austere environments, particularly in a multi-national workforce setting, Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
What You'll Do.
Manage resale operations and recreational programs
Ensure compliance with safety standards
Supervise recreational staff
Maintain program excellence
Ensure availability for emergencies
Provide lifeguard training
Officiate sports leagues and tournaments
Organize and promote recreational events
Monitor and document facility use
Oversee budgets and financial records
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with various stakeholders to maintain and promote MWR programs
Communication Scope
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Process & Methodology
leadership and organizational skills to manage multiple programs
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