SUPERVISORY RECREATION SPECIALIST (YOUTH ACTIVITIES)

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, GS-0188-11 series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09 (or higher) grade level or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience include knowledge of youth development, education and recreation principles, concepts, methods and techniques to plan and direct large and diversified Youth Activities Program carried out through Youth Centers and Annexes. Note: Resume must show supporting details.

OR EDUCATION: Applicant must have successfully completed a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. with a major study in general recreation, or one of the appropriate fields of recreation such as outdoor recreation; recreation and parks leadership; wild land recreation management; natural resources recreation; youth recreation; public, urban, or community recreation; special populations recreation (e.g., senior citizens, institutional, etc.); or physical education.

NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR TRANSCRIPTS. The education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR TRANSCRIPTS.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Professional knowledge of youth development, education and recreation principles, concepts, methods and techniques to plan and direct large and diversified Youth Activities Program carried out through Youth Centers and Annexes.

Knowledge of regulatory requirements, policies and practices governing the operation of youth activities programs, e.g., fire, health, safety, facility requirements, food service regulations, design criteria, and equipment requirements. Ability to evaluate and monitor compliance with afore mentioned requirements. Knowledge of certification and accreditation requirements and procedures for school-age and youth programs.

Knowledge of budget, financial, and resource management practices and procedures in relation to meeting program goals and objectives. Skill in supervising a subordinate staff. Knowledge of personnel policies, staffing practices, and ability to supervise and mentor staff at all levels of professional development. Knowledge and ability to plan, conduct and supervise training programs for Youth Activities staff in program related subject matter, as well as parent information programs.

Skill in compiling and composing both quantitative and narrative reports for a variety of agencies based on analyzing data and circumstances. Completes annual reports to Boys and Girls Club of America, COA and local United Way Organizations. And the skill in determining the qualifications and suitability of adults to work with youth. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, orally and in writing.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Serves as the Youth Activities Director for a diversified educational and recreational program in a medium sized community comprised of active and retired military, family members, and authorized DoD civilians, including contract personnel in an area with a harsh climate and other environmental conditions that compound the successful operation throughout the year.

Manages funds and resources to include developing the annual APF and NAF budget, which includes submission and prioritization of program component requirements. Personally, and through subordinate directors/supervisors, supervises and directs a staff of over 10 professional, technical, clerical, recreational, and support personnel and up to 50 volunteers.

Ensures that a safe, healthy, comfortable environment exists in the Youth Activities facilities, grounds, playgrounds and sports fields and that security and maintenance is monitored. Promotes community awareness of the full scope of Youth Activities programs and services.