RECREATION ASSISTANT, COMMUNITY RECREATION, NF-0189-02

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: #FTNASJRBMWR-16-042

OPENING DATE:  7 June, 2016

CLOSING DATE:  27 June , 2016

POSITION:  Recreation Assistant, Community Recreation, NF-0189-02

SALARY:    $10.50 per hour (includes locality pay)

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY:  Flex

LOCATION OF POSITION:  COMMANDER NAVY REGION SOUTHEAST, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), Naval Air Station (NAS) Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base (JRB), Texas,

Outdoor Recreation

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:  Open to all sources

RELOCATION EXPENSES:  None

INTRODUCTION:

Incumbent is involved with a variety of duties in support of the Community Recreation program that may include Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) special events, MWR information/resources, command events, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, Library, Liberty, leisure skill classes and outdoor recreation or other similar MWR recreational services including grab-n-go, bowling and movies.

MAJOR DUTIES: 

Incumbent is responsible for providing customer service, information and support of community recreation programs and activities.

• Collects fees from customers associated with sales of tickets, retail and rental items, as well as from classes, trips, and various other community recreation programs using Point of Sales (POS) and computer programs.

• Checks Community Recreation equipment and resources in and out, collects any applicable rental fees, inventories items and completes inspections upon return.

• Inspects, maintains and performs upkeep maintenance and repairs on all equipment and resources.

• Assists in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of leisure and recreation skills subject areas, in tune with offerings popular in the local area, including but not limited to camping, cycling, sailing, backpacking, canoeing, snow skiing, hiking and water sports.

• Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail goods, supplies and items deemed to have cash value.

• Assists in the planning, coordinating, publicizing , marketing and execution of MWR programs and special events.

• Researches and provides information and referral for a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.

• Performs other duties as assigned

Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.  Initiates and follows up on maintenance trouble calls to get equipment/facility issues resolved.  Provides support for Community Recreation event set up and break down.  May perform general housekeeping duties as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work may require considerable physical exertion while instructing or guiding participants in a variety of activities.  Work may require sitting, walking, long periods of standing, bending and lifting of moderate heavy items up to 40 pounds, occasionally required to lift heavier items.  Work may require lifting items such as papers, books, rental equipment, and athletic equipment.  Work may require working outside for special events or leading outdoor outings or group trips.  Position may require irregular working hours.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

Knowledge gained through relevant education and training (i.e., Associates Degree in Recreation, Marketing or closely related field) and/or two years equivalent work experience. Combination of experience related to customer service and or recreation activity based functions. Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities.  Must be able to work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Knowledge is required of the functions, procedures, and operations of recreation activities. Ability to maintain records, compile and organize data for reports, and perform research on recreation topics for dissemination to customers.

NOTE:  Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of closing date. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee will be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.