MWR INSTALLATION PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Duties

Organizational Management 35%

• Serves as the administrative and technical expert/advisor to the Commanding Officer, NAVSTA Great Lakes in matters pertaining to general MWR program administration, equipment, fund management and procurement.
• Analyzes local policies, procedures and functional systems in support of mission readiness of personnel served onboard NAVSTA Great Lakes. Develops organizational procedures and policies to improve overall managerial and financial postures of the local MWR fund. Conducts local reviews of MWR activities to ensure compliance with governing directives and prescribed fiduciary standards.
• Acts as the MWR Liaison between NAVSTA Great Lakes and Navy Region MidAtlantic on matters pertaining to the MWR
• Prescribes required standards of ethical conduct expected of all Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department employees in accordance with SECNAVINST 5370.21.
• Ensures all recreational services resources are protected against theft and abuse; are utilized for official use only; and efficiency in the use of all government resources is the watchword and will be adhered to accordingly.

Policy and Procedures 40%

• Coordinates local policy relating to the operation of activities at Great Lakes which provide MWR services in support of the Navy community as well as the functioning of the various MWR program elements to ensure overall achievement of most cost beneficial approaches to their operation. In this capacity, the incumbent:
• Serves as control point for overall Navy policy concerning the provision of MWR services;
• Coordinates inputs from tenant commands and activities including councils, boards and advisory groups with respect to required services and effective operations;
• Monitors command compliance with policy and operating guidance and procedures promulgated by Commander, Navy Installations Command and Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic
• Reviews overall financial plans and projections and monitors financial performance within respective local MWR program elements throughout NAVSTA Great Lakes;
• Acts personally on complex and delicate problems having implications reflecting on overall MWR policies and procedures command-wide;
• Maintains liaison with staffs of respective commands and tenant activities, CNRMA program managers, outside agencies and professional organizations concerning MWR type operations.
• Serves as Contracting Officers Representative (COR) on government entertainment or services contracts, as needed.

Program Evaluation 15%

• Continuously evaluates management procedures and departmental programs by analysis of financial plans and projections of the various MWR service activities, analysis of inspection reports, auditing and accounting inspections/visits and by personal visits to other MWR activities under the cognizance of CNIC or other DoD/commercially operated components.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of individual programs and supervises the development and implementation of remedial measures to correct management deficiencies.
• Manages the approved programs standards and maintains all DoD/CNIC required accreditations.

Financial Management 10%

• Provides management supervision of non-appropriated fund accounts and assigned appropriated fund accounts.
• Monitors expenditures to ensure fund integrity and that maximum benefits are obtained.
• Advises Commanding Officer, NAVSTA, Great Lakes on matters concerning the security, availability and status of MWR/funds and on matters concerning control and utilization of approximately 11million dollars of non-appropriated fund revenue that flow through the system annually.
• Develops and submits budgets for both non-appropriated (NAF) and appropriated
  funding (APF) in excess of $17M.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

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 Navy MWR management practices, theories and techniques which provide a basis to assist in planning and implementing ashore MWR programs. This includes detailed knowledge of Program Policies, Instructions and Operating Manuals.
• Knowledge of NAF and APF funding sources and procedures for securing funding through chain of command.
• Skills in prioritization of effort, interpersonal communications (written and oral), customer relations and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of the Navy military organization and function; and Navy policies and procedures for directing proper administration ashore.
• Knowledge of ashore commands' environment, routines, and organizational structures.
• Ability to identify and solve problem areas. Ability to deal effectively with all levels in the chain of command. Innovation and high degree of perception to identify and recommend management improvements that have the potential to improve all Navy commands.
• Ability to direct and coordinate difficult and complex programs and ability to develop, apply and adjust plans and policies to attain objectives.
• Ability to make decisions or recommendations which have/will have a significant impact on recreational services policies or programs.
• Ability to work as a team player within the organization.
• Skill in the use of MS Word, Excel, Power Point and SAP financial software.
• Ability to execute duties as a Contract Officer or Contract Officers Representative, for official Navy contracts, as needed.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

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.