Community Recreation Assistant - Bowling Alley

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Virginia Beach (VA)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 28,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command is seeking a Community Recreation Assistant for the Bowling Alley at NAS Oceana and Dam Neck. The role supports MWR programs, provides information to customers, processes registrations and assists with snack bar items.

Responsibilities include handling fees with POS systems, maintaining inventory, opening and closing facilities, and coordinating events and trips while ensuring excellent customer service and adherence to program guidelines.

Qualifications

Assists customers with information on Community Recreation programs and activities.
Handles fee collection for tickets, retail, rentals, classes and trips using POS systems.
Maintains inventory and prepares snack bar items or prepackaged retail items.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service and information for Community Recreation programs.
Process registrations and assist with event sign-ups and attendance.
Open/close facilities and restock supplies as needed.
Record daily sales and generate DAR reports after each shift.

Skills

Customer service

POS operations

Cash handling

Event registrations

Tools

POS software

Job description

Community Recreation Assistant - Bowling Alley

Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command
Department: Department of the Navy
Schedule: 0-40 hours, not eligible for benefits

This position is assigned to the Recreation Division; Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). This position is specifically recruiting for the MWR NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Bowling Alleys. NRMA NAS Oceana N922

Key Responsibilities

Provides customer service, information and support of Community Recreation programs and activities. Service to MWR customers includes, but is not limited to: checking patron eligibility to ensure authorized use of recreation facilities, resources and equipment, providing information about activities and program offerings, opening and closing facilities, ordering and restocking supplies, and preparing snack bar menu items or prepackaged retail items.

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. Is accountable for the accuracy of daily sales transactions and completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) at the end of every shift. Assists in processing customer Internet registrations (i.e. Net Near You), initial log-ins and event registrations.

Checks Community Recreation equipment and resources in and out, collects any applicable rental fees, inventories items and completes inspections upon return. Notifies supervisor or program lead if damage or loss has occurred. Ensures all rental or check-out forms are properly completed and reservation and checkout procedures are followed. Conducts inventory, maintains inventory controls and maintains equipment for proper accountability of program 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. Provides recreation experiences related to leisure skill sets in the form of day and weekend trips.

Assists in day-to-day administration of multiple programs to which assigned. Tasks include submission of event after-action reports, patronage data collection and entering program data. Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail goods, supplies and items deemed to have cash value.

Performs administrative duties, all of which are accomplished through a variety of means, including computer software programs which track resource inventories, patron usage/comments, and program standards metrics. Assists with recruitment, training and scheduling of Community Recreation staff. Actively supports the command statement on adherence to EEO principles and policies.

Assists in the planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of MWR programs and special events. Performs entertainment and promotion scheduling. Assists in updating of electronic and multi-media support tools, as needed. Seeks ways to promote MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base. Promotes use of recreational E-reading resources available through online MWR Library Program resources.

Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations (park districts, forest preserve, clubs, special interest groups, etc.) to support and benefit MWR programs. Performs community outreach to assist in the development of contacts. Assists in the creation of professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-up.

Researches and provides information and referral for a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base. 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. Performs other duties as assigned as they pertains to the duties of this position.

Requirements & Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $17.25 - $17.25/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-11.

How many openings are available?

There are 3 openings for this position.