Recreation Assistant (Community Recreation)

Navy Life PNW; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) at Naval Station Everett is seeking a Recreation Specialist to support MWR programs for service members, families, retirees and civilian employees.

You will organize leisure activities, plan events, and ensure accurate records and customer service. Proficiency with POS systems and MS Office is desirable, with the ability to work day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• Experience organizing and conducting leisure activities.
• Knowledge of Navy MWR policies, rules and regulations.
• Experience handling cash and preparing reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software.

Responsibilities

• Organize and run leisure time activities and programs.
• Plan and execute special events and entertainment activities.
• Maintain records and compile data for reports.
• Provide excellent customer service to service members and families.
• Utilize point of sale system for transactions and program operations.

Skills

MWR mission knowledge

Customer service

Cash handling

Point of sale systems

MS Office

Event planning

Job description

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); Naval Station Everett

• Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning and conducting leisure time activities.
• Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission, the scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests.
• Knowledge of MWR policies, rules, and regulations related to the assigned work area.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to compute charges, disperse change accurately, and prepare reports.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and others as they relate to fitness, sports and aquatics programming.
• Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced program in the recreation specialty area which meets the needs of the participating community.
• Skill in providing excellent customer service obtained through prior experience and training.
• Ability to utilize point of sale system(s).
• Ability to competently and independently carry out day to day recreation operations.
• Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities.
• Ability to maintain records, compile and organize data for reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.