Recreation Assistant

Navylifensamaine; Kittery (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Navylifensamaine is seeking a candidate to support the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Community Recreation program. You will assist with events, information resources, and various Navy community activities at the base, contributing to a positive morale environment.

The role requires clear communication, independent work, and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks, from planning special events to managing recreational activities and reporting data.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or recreation activity-based functions.
• Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Support MWR Community Recreation programs and events.
• Coordinate visits, trips, tours, outings and community activities.
• Maintain records and compile data for reports related to recreation topics.

Skills

Customer service

Event planning

Communication skills

Organizational ability

Decision making

Record keeping

Computer literacy

Tools

Computers

Office software

Job description

Performs a variety of duties in support of the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Community Recreation program that may include special events, recreation information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, recreational green space management, bowling, Library, grab-n-go, movies, and outdoor recreation.

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate must possess:

• 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 of the goals, principles, techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning and conducting leisure time activities.
• Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and the entire scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests.
• Knowledge of the functions, procedures, and operations of recreation activities.
• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain records, compile and organize data for reports, and perform research on recreation topics for dissemination to customers.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of computers, office procedures and print production.