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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in sports security?

To excel in Sports Security, you need a solid understanding of crowd control, incident response, safety protocols, and generally a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring additional security certifications. Familiarity with surveillance systems, access control technology, and two-way radio communication is often required. Strong situational awareness, communication, and conflict resolution skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring the safety of fans, athletes, and staff during sports events, as well as for managing potential emergencies effectively.

What are some common challenges faced by sports security professionals during events?

Sports Security professionals often face challenges such as managing large crowds, preventing unauthorized entry, and responding quickly to disturbances or emergencies. The role can involve long hours, working nights and weekends, and constant vigilance to ensure the safety of all attendees. Teamwork is essential, as security staff must coordinate closely with venue management, law enforcement, and emergency personnel. Successfully handling these challenges requires a calm demeanor, quick thinking, and a commitment to providing a safe event experience for everyone involved.

What is a sports security?

A Sports Security job involves ensuring the safety of athletes, fans, and staff at sporting events. Responsibilities include crowd control, monitoring entrances and exits, enforcing venue policies, and responding to emergencies. Sports security professionals work closely with law enforcement and event organizers to prevent and manage security threats. Strong situational awareness, communication skills, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations are essential for success in this role.

What are the most commonly searched types of Sports Security jobs in Virginia? The most popular types of Sports Security jobs in Virginia are:
What cities in Virginia are hiring for Sports Security jobs? Cities in Virginia with the most Sports Security job openings:
Infographic showing various Sports Security job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Supervisory Sports Specialist NF-04

Defense Logistics Agency

Fort Belvoir, VA • On-site, Remote

$70K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

277th of 844 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

Summary
This position is located at .DLA Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
Must live within 100 miles / 2 hours of DLA Fort Belvoir once accepting position.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives s will not be paid.

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Duties
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  • Annually administers the conduct of the installation's sports, fitness and aquatics programs. Works closely with sports professionals within the Army and other Services, as well as volunteers and contractors.
  • Ensures the program adheres to current military and installation regulations, standard operating procedures, and protocol.
  • Responsible for organizing, scheduling, and publicizing activities and programs, to include special events based upon customer interest, command directives and available resources. Develops and executes both an APF and NAF budget.
  • Responsible for all staffing requirements within the sports, fitness and aquatic program area. May conduct sports specific instructional classes. Performs the full range of supervisory duties and actively supports the Equal Opportunity Program.
  • Responsible for the daily operation of all fitness facilities, outdoor sports facilities and fields, and aquatic facilities.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.

Qualifications
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following:
  • Experience that demonstrated the ability to apply the principles of sports, fitness and aquatics.
  • Experience in planning and administering sports, fitness and aquatics program.
  • Experience in a sports program that included a variety of individual and team sports. This experience may have been gained managing or administering a sports program in a community, industrial activity, school or college; or planning, teaching, or evaluating a physical education curriculum for a secondary or higher academic level. Required experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade.
  • Ability to make decisions IAW Army and DOD policies.
  • Ability to generate and maintain effective relationships with outside agencies.
  • Strong communication skills required. Ability to write various staff office documents.
  • Knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, etc., required.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified":
  • Possess 3 years of sports management experience.
  • Possesses 3 years of MWR fitness experience.

Experience MUST be reflected on your Resume at the time of application to be considered for Standard and/or Highly Qualified for this position. Applicants meeting the Highly Preferred criteria will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants may be referred for consideration at managements request.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Area of Consideration
  • This job is open to candidates who Local. Local is considered within 100 miles /2 hours of DLA Fort Belvoir.

Manual Application Option
  • If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
  • Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00 PM EST on 08/18/2026 to ensure timely processing.
  • Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials
  • This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
  • Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities:
  • Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities:
  • After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference
  • Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

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  • Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out.
  • Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.
  • Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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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. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.
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