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FULL_TIME
5-10

Recreation Deputy Manager

5/10/2026

Oversees the planning and execution of recreation services, including the management of sports facilities, gyms, and other MWR amenities. Responsible for supervising a multi-national workforce and ensuring all facilities meet professional standards and government requirements.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
V2X is a leading provider of critical mission solutions and support to defense clients globally, formed by the 2022 Merger of Vectrus and Vertex to build on more than 120 combined years of successful mission support. We deliver a comprehensive suite of integrated solutions across the operations and logistics, aerospace, training, and technology markets to national security, defense, civilian and international clients. Our global team of approximately 14,000 employees brings innovation to every point in the mission lifecycle, from preparation, to operations, to sustainment, as it tackles the most complex challenges with agility, grit, and dedication.
About the Role
Overview

Provides program planning and execution, labor, and supervision of contract labor to meet all recreation service requirements and support the mission of the AAAF. Provides recreation services to support all AAAF recreation service requirements to include the operation of company stores, the armed forces network (AFN), a rescue boat recreation program, swimming pool operations, barber and hair stylist services, a base library (with commercial internet access), a base gym, movie theater services, and other recreational facilities. The Contractor shall ensure that recreation services are adequately staffed and supported by other functional areas, as required. Provides a monthly status report of each recreation activity identifying any improvement suggestions identified. Maintains and provides recommendations on how to improve recreation facilities, e.g., athletic fields, swimming pool, tennis courts, racquetball courts, etc. Ensuring that MWR facilities and equipment are maintained to a high professional standard.


Responsibilities

  1. Responsible for the assisting in the overall organization, manning and management of the Recreation Program.
  2. Manages recreational facilities, sports and fitness facilities for the Area Support Group.
  3. Works with recreation managers and reviews PWS and local command requirements, determine their priorities, and establish performance standards.
  4. Identifies types of programs and services for the community in terms of recreational activities, aquatics, and sports and fitness.
  5. Provides oversight of government furnished property of MWR facilities sports facilities, and aquatics.
  6. Recommends improvement or procurement of MWR equipment ranging from weight sets / machines, recreational games, audio visual equipment, etc.
  7. Reviews and approves monthly sports calendars, action plans, MOI’s, risk assessments, activity budget and material request for sports & special events for USG submission.
  8. Assist in event development and marketing.
  9. Manages a team of Other Country Nationals (OCN) that ensures MWR activities and PWS requirements are met to a quality standard.
  10. Completes records and reports.
  11. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described.
  12. Trains and develops the key skills and abilities to assigned personnel.
  13. Submits all recreation purchase requests to the COR, Det 2 and PMD at PSFB for review and approval.
  14. Maintains a log of all vehicle usage to be available upon request to the COR.
  15. Operates a base shuttle using bus and/or vans for select events as approved by the Det 2 CC.
  16. Performs a quarterly inventory of all recreation equipment, purchases new or replacement recreation equipment IAW the Equipment Replacement Plan, and ensures life expectancies for recreation equipment items are documented in the five (5) year plan.
  17. Complies with the Government’s water hazard safety policy on water entry and/or water recreation for their employees to mitigate the risk of accident or incident due to sharks, ocean currents, and other hazardous conditions present at AAAF.

Qualifications

  • Education/Certifications:
  • BA or BS degree preferred.
  • Experience:
  • The Recreation Manager shall have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in supervising and managing DoD recreation or club management operations or eight (8) years of comparable civilian experience.
  • Skills
  • Extensive interaction with a large customer base with the ability to handle complaints / feedbacks / suggestions and work independently.
  • May be required to conduct personal training sessions and/or group fitness classes, when required to ensure compliance to the PWS
  • Must be able to supervise and manage the activities of a multi-national and culturally diverse work force
  • Fluent in spoken and written English.
  • Must possess excellent supervisory and management skills.
  • Proficient in intermediate level MS Office software applications such as Word, Excel, Access and Power Point.
  • Need to be able to delegate work to the subordinates according to the changing priorities of the USG and Customers.
  • Good organization and training skills are essential.
  • Possess strong problem-solving skills and should be able to maintain good relations with the USG and Customers by communicating effectively and building a rapport with them.
  • Flexible and have excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Handle multiple tasks at any time.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

Key Skills
Program PlanningPersonnel SupervisionFacility ManagementBudget ManagementRisk AssessmentEvent DevelopmentMarketingCustomer Relationship ManagementMS OfficeProblem SolvingInterpersonal SkillsTraining and DevelopmentInventory ManagementMulti-national Team LeadershipEnglish FluencyOrganization Skills
Categories
Sports & RecreationHospitalityManagement & LeadershipGovernment & Public Sector
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