Recreation Assistant - Community Recreation

Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) HQ; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Recreation Assistant to support various community recreational programs. The role involves handling customer interactions, managing events, and ensuring proper inventory control. This full-time position requires excellent communication skills and a client-centered approach, perfect for those passionate about community engagement.

Qualifications

• One year of practical work experience.
• Must maintain food handler’s certification, CPR, and First Aid within 90 days of hire.
• Must have a valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in support of community recreation including events and equipment rental.
• Demonstrate customer service and handle cash at front counter.
• Conduct inventory checks and maintain equipment accountability.

Skills

Customer service

Inventory management

Event planning

Communication

Job description

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• 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
  
  

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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
  
  

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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.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

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Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Résumé
• Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s), if degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
• If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
• If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
• If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
  
  

Implementation of the REAL ID Act begins May 7, 2025. From that day on, anyone 18 years and older that plans to visit certain Federal facilities or fly domestically will need a REAL ID or another acceptable form of identification. The standard access requirements remain the same for active duty and dependents, DoD civilian personnel, DoD retired personnel and dependents under the age of 18, vetted veterans in possession of a Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) and personnel that have been issued a Defense Biometric Identification Card (DBIDS) for access to one of our Northwest U.S. Navy installations.

In Order To Be Vetted With a Background Check And Identify Proofing By VCC Personnel, You Must Bring Valid/current Government Issued Photo Identification And Current Proof Of Citizenship. This Applies To All Individuals Except For Active Duty Service Members And Federal Civilian Employees, Who Do Not Require The Same Background Checks. Despite Having a CAC, These Individuals Are Highly Encouraged To Bring Any Of The Following Proofs Of Citizenship (**while Your Social Security Card Is Helpful For Identity Proofing, It Is NOT a Valid Proof Of Citizenship For NBK Vetting Purposes**)

• State issued birth certificate: This must be an original or state certified copy. Personal photocopies, electronic versions, or hospital issued birth records are NOT accepted.
• Enhanced state-issued driver's license only accepted from Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont, and Washington. Real ID licenses are not accepted at this time.
• U.S. Passport (book or card): The passport can NOT be expired.
• Certification of Naturalization: This document (FS-550/560) must be an original; electronic or photocopies are not accepted.
• Born-abroad Certificate: This document (FS-240) must be an original. Electronic or photocopies are not accepted.
• Permanent Resident Card: This allows for background checks to be performed and access to the common area upon favorable results. However, Permanent Resident Cards do NOT qualify for proof of citizenship for restricted access badges. You will not be issued a PSNS badge under this type of citizenship proof; if you are a delivery driver with a PRC, you must also have proper documentation from the VCC before entering the common area.
  
  

NOTE: The specific requirements for Washington State are provided at the following website: https://realidwa.com/ .

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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