Recreation Assistant - Community Recreation

Navy Region Northwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); Bangor Station (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

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Job summary

Navy Region Northwest FFR at NBK Kitsap Bangor is seeking a team member to support Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs. You will handle front counter operations, cash handling, ticketing and rental services, and assist in events, trips and daily program administration with a customer‑focused approach.

This role requires reliability, ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver's license required.
• Frequent lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Must obtain food handler, CPR and First Aid within 90 days.
• Ability to work independently and with the public.
• One year of practical work experience.
• Ability to organize and support special events and entertainment.

Responsibilities

• Support MWR Community Recreation program events, activities and rentals.
• Provide customer service at front counter, use POS and handle cash.
• Manage daily sales transactions and accuracy of records.
• Check in/out equipment, inventory and inspections.
• Assist in event after-action reports and program data entry.
• Conduct community outreach and provide information on recreation options.
• Maintain program support, housekeeping and equipment readiness.
• Possess ability to drive a 15-passenger van as needed.
• Schedule may include nights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

POS systems

Front counter

Event support

Driving 15-passenger van

Independent work

Job description

Summary

Support the Military's Quality of Life programs! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military and civilian employees. This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Community Recreation, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations command (CNIC);

NBK Kitsap Bangor

Duties

• Perform a variety of duties in support of Morale, Welfare and Recreation Community Recreation program that includes special events, recreation information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, bowling, Library, grab-n-go, movies and outdoor recreation
• Responsibilities include demonstrating customer service while attending to front counter operations such as use of point of sale systems, collecting fees/cash handling associated with sale of tickets and rental items, accountable for accuracy of daily sales transactions, assisting customers with questions, complaints and suggestions
• Checks Community Recreation equipment and resources in and out, collects any applicable rental fees, inventories items and completes inspections upon return.
• Conducts inventory, maintains inventory controls and maintains equipment for proper accountability of program equipment and resources.
• 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 community outreach
• Researches and provides information and referral for a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.
• Responsibilities further entail the issuance of game equipment, general housekeeping, bowling program and program support
• Must be able to handle cash and operate a point of sale system. Incumbent must be capable of driving a 15 passenger van
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Qualifications

• A valid state driver's license is required.
• Work involves frequent lifting or moving objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain food handler's certification, CPR and First Aid within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to work independently
• One year of practical work experience.
• Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities
• Knowledge of goals, principles and techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning and conducting leisure time activities. Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and entire scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests
• Individual must be responsible with a pleasant, courteous attitude who can communicate effectively with the public
• Will need to collect and accurately record cash transactions and operate a cash register.
• Schedule can include nights, weekends and holidays

Education

There is no educational requirement for this position.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.

Participation in 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.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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