Director, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) Programs

Quick Facts

• Role: Programs Director for Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR)
• Scope: Large Army garrison with multiple geographically dispersed installations
• Responsibility: Full planning, direction, management authority, and technical advisory support for FMWR programs

Description

Serves as the Programs Director, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) for a large garrison with full responsibility and managerial authority to plan and direct FMWR programs. The role includes Nonappropriated Funds (NAF) programs, Child and Youth services, Recreation, Community Business, and Army Community Services. The director ensures programs meet measurable performance criteria, comply with Army policy, and operate on a sound financial basis.

Responsibilities

• Develop broad mission requirements and objectives; plan, review status/progress, and provide management guidance and policy advice
• Set organizational vision, goals, plans, and objectives; develop and implement policies and procedures
• Determine resource needs, allocate resources, and ensure effective accounting and use of resources
• Oversee major projects to ensure integration, coordination, and adherence to established timeframes
• Conduct periodic program review and analysis briefings; identify slippage and determine required corrective actions
• Represent the Garrison Commander for FMWR activities and serve as principal advisor on FMWR and technical matters
• Provide technical guidance and administrative oversight through direct/indirect supervision and execute full personnel management responsibilities

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience directly related to Director FMWR duties (equivalent to the next lower level in the normal progression) reflecting multiple FMWR program work
• Demonstrated leadership and oversight of a successful medium/large profit-generating organization or ability to take corrective action to ensure sound financial operations
• Demonstrated ability to execute Human Resources program responsibilities and supervise personnel, including subordinate supervisors
• Experience with development and execution of long-term strategic planning for FMWR programs
• Experience determining resource needs, allocating resources, and analyzing financial data
• Experience developing and implementing policies and procedures appropriate to FMWR programs
• Progressive FMWR operations experience managing FMWR programs at an operations level in preparation for Director leadership
• Strong knowledge of business practices and financial management; understanding of value-based decision making
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply policies, regulations, and laws to NAFI programs
• Required to submit OGE-450 financial disclosure statement upon entering the position and annually
• Meet employment eligibility/background requirements, including E-Verify and a Tier 1 (or higher) investigation as required
• Emergency-essential (E-E): must continue E-E duties during a crisis until relieved
• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card required upon appointment; one-year probation may be required
• May require transportation agreement signature; valid passport may be required for overseas travel
• Must possess or obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license; heavy lifting up to 40 lbs may be required

Benefits

• Support communities of military and civilian personnel and their families in alignment with the Department of Defense mission
• Career opportunities across childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more
• Professional development support through training, education, and certification programs
• Access to on-base facilities such as fitness centers and libraries
• Eligibility for health and life insurance, 401k/retirement plans, paid personal time off, and federal holidays for regular full-time/part-time employees (some flexible employees may also be eligible for health insurance)