Recreation Aid (Rod & Gun)

US Department of the Air Force; Kaiserslautern; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rod and Gun Club in Kaiserslautern, Germany, operated by the US Department of the Air Force, seeks a Recreation Assistant to support maintenance and day-to-day operations. The role involves assisting specialists, cleaning, and handling basic firearms equipment.

Qualifications note that no prior experience is required, but candidates must meet eligibility rules; ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. Education substitution is not allowed for this position.

Qualifications

• Ability to use, clean and control common hand tools and basic power equipment.
• Follow oral and/or written instructions and checklists with multiple tasks.
• Able to operate a point-of-sale system and handle cash.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operation and maintenance of Rod & Gun facilities.
• Support other recreation staff in daily duties.
• Safely handle, store and account for firearms, ammunition and equipment.

Skills

Hand tools use

Follow instructions

POS operation

Lifting/lugging

Firearms handling

Evenings/weekends availability

Tools

Drills

Vacuum

Cutters

Job description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Rod and Gun Club, Kaiserslautern, Germany. This position does not offer logistical support.

The primary purpose of this position is to perform and/or assists other recreation assistants or specialist in the operation and maintenance of the Rod & Gun facilities.

Qualifications:Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 01/28/2027.

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is U.S. Citizens and legal U.S. residents in Germany. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S. permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment. Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement. If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent.

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: No experience is required, however, should be able to use, clean and control common hand tools to include simple power equipment, drills, vacuums, cutters. Able to follow oral and/or written instructions, checklists involving duties with several distinct tasks or steps. Able to perform the full range of janitorial duties, learn to operate a point-of-sale system and handle cash. Must be physically able to frequently lift and carry medium to heavy objects up to 40 pounds and be able to occasionally lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds. Must be able to actively bend, stoop, stand, reach, and work in awkward positions for long periods of time. Must be able to learn to safely handle, store and account for firearms, ammunition and other equipment. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the gun control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Education:Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Employment Type: OTHER