RECREATION ASSISTANT (COMMUNITY PROGRAMS)

Air Combat Command

Newport News (VA)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 26,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Air Combat Command at Fort Eustis, VA, is seeking a Recreation Assistant (Community Programs) to support the Community Recreation Center. The role guarantees 35 hours per week and may require holidays, nights, weekends and on-call work.

You will assist in running programs, supervising facilities, and serving military families and other community groups. You will help plan classes and events, promote activities, setup rooms, and greet users.

Qualifications

Education substitution not allowed for this position.
Foreign education may be used to meet requirements with proof of equivalence.

Responsibilities

Assist in operation and maintenance of equipment and facilities for families and groups.
Lead leisure activities during deployment, special conditions, and for events.
Set up rooms for meetings and decorate for holidays and program themes.
Greet facility users, conduct facility tours, and collect fees while protecting funds.
Work with staff, volunteers and contractors; perform other duties as required.

Job description

RECREATION ASSISTANT (COMMUNITY PROGRAMS)

About the position: This position is a RFT (full-time) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) position assigned to the Ft Eustis Community Recreation Center on Joint Base Langley-Eustis VA - Ft Eustis location. Position is guaranteed 35 hours per week. This position may be subject to holidays, nights, weekends and on-call work.

Key Responsibilities

Assists in program operation and maintenance of equipment and facilities. Special emphasis is on programs for families and family members and special groups such as retirees, singles, and private organizations. Types of duties include, but are not limited to the following: Carries out recurring group activities such as classes, clubs, special events, outreach, competitive games and events, and self-directed leisure.

Recommends new programming activities, to include type of format and resources the activity would require. Gathers information from a number of different sources, including past programs and current popular programs in other communities. Evaluates the information and makes a judgment on what meets the needs of the specific clientele groups. Assists individuals with special interests to develop clubs or special interest groups. Assists in promoting marketing strategies.

During deployment, exercises, and other special conditions, leads leisure activities and assists with services. Sets up rooms to support meeting group needs. Collects fees and protects funds. Greets facility users and conducts facility tours. Decorates facility to reflect holiday and program themes. Reports facility repairs and maintenance requirements according to procedures. Assists in maintaining facility to meet operational standards.

Works with other staff members, volunteer and/or individual/personal services contract personnel. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements & 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. 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.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air Combat Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $16 – $16/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.