Supervisory Recreation Specialist; Single Sailor Program Coordinator

This position is assigned to the Single Sailor Recreation Division:
Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, Commander, Navy Installations Command. The primary purpose of this position is to manage and administer a comprehensive and diverse year‑round Single Sailor Program, which includes the day‑to‑day operations. This position is located on SUBASE New London located in Groton, CT.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT duties include but are not limited to:

Plans, promotes and implements well‑rounded Single Sailor and Category (CAT) A recreation programs utilizing numerous facilities within the entire Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Department in accordance with CNIC approved program standards.

Develops, organizes, publicizes, implements, evaluates recurring and nonrecurring activities (e.g., classes, trips, outings, tournaments, outreach opportunities, special events, skills development, etc.).

Recommends program changes and additions based on seasonal changes and patron's input.

Evaluates recreational needs and on‑going programs by reviewing and analyzing participation, patron satisfaction, comment carts, interest surveys, focus groups, advisory boards, command liaisons and personal contacts with individuals and groups to determine specific needs.

Compiles results to determine if new programs should be offered, expanded, curtailed, or eliminated.

Carriers out programs and activities in accordance with supervisory instructions and guidelines by encouraging patrons to participate, keeping order and ensuring their safety.

Directs the recruitment and utilization of volunteers for various MWR activities and programs.

Maintains a current, active list of volunteer rosters and overseas utilization of correct documentation for volunteer usage.

Coordinates and executes a direct communication line between the Single Sailor Program and the Jr. Sailor population by reacting to a Recreation Ambassador Program, Recreation Advisory Board.

Maintains current liaisons with tenants and host command representatives.

Coordinates and executes other CAT A Programs (e.g. green space, command support, fleet recreation, alternative Liberty delivery and Liberty Recreation Center, Fleet Recreation or Single Sailor Center, etc.) assigned.

Instructs subordinate staff in administering traditional and non‑traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of leisure skills (e.g. SAQ, stand‑up paddle boarding (SUP), mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, fishing, camping, etc.).

Provides outdoor field experiences related to above skill training in the form of day and weekend trips.

Transports patrons off base to designated locations for trips or classes.

Develops working partnerships with both on‑based and off‑based organizations (e.g. clubs, special interest groups, Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC), MWR Community Recreation, etc.).

Research and provides information and referral on a variety of recreational opportunities for Jr. Sailors on and off the base.

Plans, coordinates, publicizes, markets and executes programs and events within the Single Sailor Program by utilizing all available resources.

Promote MWR Facilities and events through staff and student indoctrination and other large group functions and gatherings.

Works directly with Marketing to provide quarterly and monthly calendars, electronic media updates, and special event programs for the Single Sailor Program and other CAT A Recreation Programs.

Works directly with the marketing department to develop tools and promotional items that can be used to expand participation in Single Sailor events and programs.

Provides administrative duties and support through after‑action reports, data collection and database administration.

Monitors all five metric areas in the Single Sailor Program Standards to ensure standards are met or exceeded.

Assists with writing standard operating procedures.

Ensures Single Sailor Program and CAT A recreation facility and activities associated with the Single Sailor Program meet established fire, safety, security and sanitation guidelines.

Resolves customer…