Programs Director Family and Morale Welfare and Recreation, NF-05
Serves as the Programs Director, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) for a small/medium garrison, holding full responsibility to plan and direct FMWR programs in a complex multi-mission Army garrison.
Responsibilities
Serves as the Programs Director, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) for a small/medium garrison with full responsibility and managerial authority to plan and direct FMWR programs in a complex multi-mission Army garrison with several geographically dispersed installations.
The FMWR programs encompass:
- Nonappropriated Funds Resource Management Division: (NAF Financial Management, Marketing, Major Construction, Private Organizations, Commercial Sponsorship, Property Management, Internal Review and Management Controls, Supply, Warehouse and Maintenance, Public-Private Ventures, Information Technology and Contracting programs).
- Recreation Division: (Sports and Fitness, Entertainment, Automotive, Parks and Picnic Areas, Library, Arts and Crafts, Community Activity Centers, Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) and Outdoor Recreation).
- Community Business Division: (Clubs, Food-Beverage-Entertainment-Recreation and Mobile Snack Facilities, Lodging Operations).
- Army Community Services Division: (Financial Readiness, Family Advocacy Program (FAP), Relocation, Deployment Program and Mobilization, Information and Referral, Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), Family Member Employment Assistance Program, Installation Volunteer Service, Army Family Team Building (AFTB)/Community Life Program (CLP)/Army Family Action Plan (AFAP), and Army Emergency Relief (AER).
Develops broad mission requirements and objectives; plans for accomplishment of objectives; reviews status and progress; provides management guidance and direction; and provides advice and/or decision on policy matters.
Applies an extensive knowledge of management concepts, principles, and practices to subordinate elements in the effective planning, execution and review of FMWR programs. Develops organizational vision, goals, plans, and objectives. Develops and implements policies and procedures. Determines resource needs, allocates resources, and accounts for their effective use. Ensures programs and activities are managed and operated on a sound financial basis, are in compliance with Army policy, and are consistent with baseline standards.
Oversees all phases of major projects to insure integration and coordination within established timeframes and maintains FMWR goals and objectives. Ensures programs are consistent with commitments and policy, as well as measurable performance criteria. Conducts periodic program review and analysis briefings. Identifies areas where slippage is occurring and determines required corrective action to bring project in line with established schedules.
Represents the Garrison Commander for FMWR activities. Serves as the principal advisor and authority on matters impacting the FMWR programs. Serves as primary advisor on technical matters concerning plans and procedures. Provides advice, guidance and technical expertise to the Garrison Commander concerning all FMWR activities. Provides technical guidance and administrative oversight through direct and indirect supervision of subordinate supervisors and employees. Exercises the full range of personnel management responsibilities.
Requirements
Qualifications
Qualifications must be clearly verifiable in your resume. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates, and government agency/department.
- Must include at least one year of experience performing duties at a level which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform successfully in the position.
- One year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above.
- Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for a Director FMWR.
- Experience must reflect multiple FMWR program work.
- Possess demonstrated leadership and oversight of a successful profit generating medium/large business organization, ensuring programs and activities are managed and operated on a sound financial basis or demonstrated experience taking corrective action.
- Possess demonstrated ability to execute Human Resources Program, supervise personnel to include subordinate supervisors, and execute organization personnel management responsibilities.
- Minimum of 5 years DFMWR Division Chief or Region/HDQ Level or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated experience with Non-Appropriated and Appropriated Fund budgeting and execution.
- Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience of a large, diversified team.
- Documented experience in all phases of Capital Purchase Minor Construction (CPMC) execution.
Benefits
Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission.
We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement.
As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities. Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.
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Additional Info
Application and Employment Details
- Application Deadline: 2026-06-15
- Salary Range: $90,925 to $118,204 yearly
- Location: Okinawa City, Japan
- Travel: Not specified
- SOFA Status: Authorized
- Relocation: Authorized
Application Instructions
- A manual application may be obtained by contacting the servicing NAF Human Resources Office listed on this announcement. If you are applying manually, all required documentation must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on the closing date of the announcement.
- Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized based upon a determination that a PCS move is in the Government interest.
- Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP).
Healthcare and Overseas Employment
- Healthcare Access: If an employee brings a child to an overseas location and that child is entitled to attend a DoD school on a space-required basis, the DoDEA and the Military Department responsible for providing related services will ensure that the child, if eligible for special education, receives a free appropriate public education.
- Infant/Toddler Care: If an employee brings an infant or toddler (up to 3 years of age) to an overseas location, the Military Department responsible for Early Intervention Services (EIS) will provide the required EIS.
- Medical/Dental Care: Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.
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