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MCCS Job Opening Information
Position/GradeRECREATION CENTER MANAGER, NF-3 LocationSEMPER FIT DIVISIONType of AppointmentFULL-TIMEOpen DateJULY 28, 2026Close DateAUGUST 11, 2026Who May ApplyMARINE CORPS NAF CAMP PENDLETON EMPLOYEES, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, MHS & TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TAP) PREFERENCE ONLYSalary$24.00-28.00/HOURLYHours of OperationSUNDAY TO SATURDAY, HOLIDAYS, NIGHTS & WEEKENDS. HOURS VARY DEPENDING ON NEEDS OF FACILITY. HOURS OF OPERATION: 0730-1400[ ] Health Card Required[X] Background Check Required[ ] Gun Control[ ] Drug Testing Position (DTP)[X] Valid Drivers License Required
Job Summary
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps.
This position is located at CAMP PENDLETON, CA. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a RECREATION CENTER MANAGER, NF-3.
This vacancy is also eligible for the following Employee Benefits:
Major Duties
This position is located within the Semper Fit Division of MCCS. This position is a manager of an Active Duty Recreation Center specifically targeted to Active Duty Enlisted personnel 18-25 years of age. This position reports directly to the Active Duty Recreation Center Supervisor.
Responsible for the overall operation and control of the Recreational Center, including property, equipment, and daily operations. Responsible for the purchase, upkeep, and maintenance of facility equipment and will make daily and detailed checks for sanitation, cleanliness, and safety of all the areas. Responsible for gear issue and receipt of gear check-in. Develops and ensures implementation of an activity safety program in accordance with the base safety program. Advise employees of available safety regulations, instructions, materials and equipment. Complies with OSHA standards and safety infractions that can result in disciplinary actions and follows through with appropriate action.
Supervises employees and any volunteers to include assigning and distributing work, coaching, counseling, tutoring, and mentoring employees; approving and disapproving leave, recommending and completing personnel actions, disciplinary actions, completing performance reviews, processing timecards, training employees, keeping abreast of and actively supporting the principles of the EEO program. Responsible for the proper training of staff in all aspects of the Recreation Center. Manages staff and patrons to resolve complaints and grievances.
The Recreation Center Manager will develop, schedule, organize, publicize, direct, and evaluate both recurring and non-recurring activities and programming in that facility. Programing includes social, cultural, athletic and recreational activities, performing arts, life skills development, competitions and social interactions that promote a happy healthy lifestyle and improve the quality of life for junior service members. Programs and activities are offered to help patrons learn and refine recreational and life skills. Incumbent will ensure maximum utilization of facilities, services, and other resources, suggest improvements and evaluate effectiveness of on-going programs based on participation, patron satisfaction, and facility utilization. Completes an annual program plan based on needs assessment and meets the requirement that 50% of programs repeat, 30% are seasonal and 20% are new annually. Recommends program changes, variations, policies, fees and charges. Ensures that programs are organized properly and supported in order to maintain a high level of patron participation and user satisfaction. Completes all required hourly, daily, weekly and month reporting requirements. Assist with all Single Marine Program trips, program, and events as needed, including addressing large numbers of people in a public setting, supervising recreation trips, and managing volunteer activities.
Constantly providing World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner, acknowledges customers, smiles, and makes eye contact. Asks questions to determine, verify, and solve problems. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Must be able to work within the given budget for specific events. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Purchase Card to make necessary purchases for program needs. Assists in preparation of supporting data for new plans and budget requirement recommendations.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Must support other programs within Semper Fit when called upon such as the Hard Corps Race Series, Fitness, Athletics, outdoor adventures etc. Will maintain confidentially when collecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII), HIPPA, and other information.
Reviews and interprets directives and regulations. Maintains official files. Collects, compiles and organizes information and data to meet administrative requirements. Prepares correspondence and drafts instructions. Uses a personal computer to transmit correspondence, create reports, databases, spreadsheets, graphics, slide shows and presentations. Receives telephone calls, visitors, complaints and outside contacts and directs them to appropriate contacts when necessary.
Qualifications
CONTINUATION:
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: excel, word, power point, publisher, Outlook (email), Windows, and navigating the web. Must have excellent oral and written communications skills. Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to successfully plan, organize and execute special events. Applicants must have the ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees, both inside and outside the organization. Must be able to work with little supervision. Must have the ability to supervise large groups of people unassisted.
Incumbent is required to obtain a CPR and first aid certification within the first three months of employment. Within one year of hire date must complete or hold a Certificated Program Planners certification or Certified Parks and Recreation Professional Certification.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Applicants must be willing and able to work nights and weekends and occasional travel. This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years of professional recreational work experience that demonstrates broad knowledge of administrative practices and principles, facility management, and demonstrates knowledge of the goals, philosophy, principles, techniques, and procedures used in organizing, planning, promoting, administering, and conducting indoor and outdoor recreational activities and entertainment events OR a combination of related education and experience equivalent to that gained in the above. Must have knowledge of Marine Corps and MCCS systems. Must possess a valid drivers license.
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
STEP 1 - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY)
A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, or a copy of your degree as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org to be considered. Applications received without appropriate documentation will be ineligible for consideration.
STEP 2 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org.
STEP 3 - Military Spousal Preference may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions. Spouses must meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job announcement. Spouse preference eligibility begins 30 days before the reporting date to the new duty location. Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until converted or hired into a regular full-time or part-time position or is within a 60 day period of receiving new PCS Orders.
Please see below to ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility. Documents will need to be uploaded as an attachment(s) to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org.
Required Documents:
Furnish a copy of the PCS orders with reporting date to the new duty station and authorized move with spouse. If the spouse is not listed on the PCS orders, the spouse must provide documentation (i.e. marriage certificate, valid military ID, etc.) verifying marriage prior to PCS orders (must have been married to the military sponsor before relocation to the new duty station).
Submit a current application or resume.
For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility.
STEP 4 - If applicable, upload a copy of your Transition Assistance form and copy of ID card with TA stamped on front of card as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org.
Transition Assistance Program: (May be requested for positions graded NF-3 below or equivalent) Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must upload all documents listed above in Step 4.
Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.
NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.
Closing Statement
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.