Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Youth Activities)

Air Education and Training Command • Goodfellow AFB, TX

17h

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to supervise the day-to-day operations of the Youth Activities Center, Teen Center, and School Age Program. The role serves as Youth Activities Director for a diversified educational and recreational program in a medium-sized community of active and retired military members, family members, and authorized DoD civilians, including contract personnel. The program operates in an area with a harsh climate and other environmental conditions that can complicate year-round operations.

The position manages funds and resources, including development of the annual APF and NAF budget and submission and prioritization of program component requirements. The incumbent supervises, directly and through subordinate directors and supervisors, more than 10 professional, technical, clerical, recreational, and support staff, as well as up to 50 volunteers. The role ensures safe, healthy, and comfortable conditions in Youth Activities facilities, grounds, playgrounds, and sports fields, monitors security and maintenance, and promotes community awareness of Youth Activities programs and services.

The position requires U.S. citizenship, applicable background checks for child care/youth services, and the ability to obtain Food Handler’s, First Aid, and CPR certifications. It involves an uncommon tour of duty, including weekends and evenings, and requires a pre-employment physical examination with renewal at least every three years and specified immunizations. Additional program training is required and may take place on weekends or evenings.

Applicants must meet the GS-0188-11 qualification standard through qualifying specialized experience, education, or a combination of both. Specialized experience is at least one year at the GS-09 level or equivalent, involving knowledge of youth development, education, and recreation principles used to plan and direct large, diversified Youth Activities Programs. Alternatively, applicants may qualify with a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.M. in an appropriate recreation or physical education field. A combination of education and experience may also qualify. Merit promotion applicants are subject to the applicable time-in-grade requirement, including one year at GS-09 for GS-11. Transcripts are required when qualifying based on education.

Qualifications are evaluated on professional knowledge of youth development, education, and recreation; regulatory, safety, health, facility, food-service, certification, and accreditation requirements; budget and resource management; staff supervision and training; report preparation and data analysis; assessment of adults’ suitability to work with youth; and effective communication with diverse individuals. Appropriate part-time, unpaid, and volunteer experience may receive credit when clearly documented.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must meet GS-0188-11 qualification requirements through specialized experience, education, or a combination of education and experience.
• Specialized experience route: at least one year of specialized experience at GS-09 or equivalent, including knowledge of youth development, education, and recreation principles used to plan and direct large, diversified Youth Activities Programs.
• Education route: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.M. in an appropriate recreation or physical education field.
• A combination of education and experience may qualify if the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100%.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements; one year at GS-09 is required for GS-11 when applicable.
• Must submit transcripts when using education to qualify; education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Must be able to obtain Food Handler’s, First Aid, and CPR certifications.
• Must pass background checks applicable to child care/youth services positions under Public Law 101-647.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical examination, renew it at least every three years, and receive specified immunizations.
• Must complete additional training requirements specified by program guidance and the Flight Chief.
• Must work an uncommon tour of duty that includes weekends and evenings.
• Must comply with Selective Service registration requirements for males.
• Must provide clear documentation of duties, responsibilities, and hours for part-time or unpaid experience claimed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the Youth Activities Center, Teen Center, and School Age Program.
• Serve as Youth Activities Director for a diversified educational and recreational program.
• Manage funds and resources, including developing the annual APF and NAF budget and submitting and prioritizing program component requirements.
• Direct and supervise more than 10 staff members, directly and through subordinate directors and supervisors, and up to 50 volunteers.
• Ensure safe, healthy, and comfortable environments in Youth Activities facilities, grounds, playgrounds, and sports fields.
• Monitor facility security and maintenance.
• Promote community awareness of Youth Activities programs and services.
• Evaluate and monitor compliance with applicable program, safety, health, facility, food-service, and equipment requirements.
• Plan, conduct, and supervise training for Youth Activities staff and parent information programs.
• Compile and prepare quantitative and narrative reports for agencies, including annual reports to Boys and Girls Club of America, COA, and local United Way organizations.
• Determine adults’ qualifications and suitability to work with youth.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a diverse group of individuals.

Benefits

• Full/part-time employees in direct childcare positions may receive discounts under the cited DAF policy: 100% for the first child and 25% for each additional child.
• Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel may receive a 25% discount.
• Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree