Recreation Assistant - Community Recreation

Commander, Navy Installations Command; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

401k Matching

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command is seeking a Recreation Assistant for the Naval Air Station/JRB Fort Worth, TX. The role supports Morale, Welfare, and Recreation programs, handles customer service, information, and sales, and assists with events and field operations.

Responsibilities include cataloging equipment, ensuring facility access, processing registrations, and helping with staff tasks. A relevant associate degree is required if experience is insufficient; the position is full-time

Qualifications

• This position requires an associate's degree if applicant does not possess required experience.
• Experience with customer service and event support is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides customer service and information on Community Recreation programs.
• Handles payments and maintains daily sales records using POS systems.
• Manages reservations and checkout of equipment and facilities; maintains inventory.
• Assists in planning, coordinating, and executing MWR programs and events.
• Supports recruitment, training, and scheduling of Community Recreation staff.

Skills

Customer service

POS transactions

Event support

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Recreation Assistant - Community Recreation

• Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command
• Department: Department of the Navy
• Location: Naval Air Station/JRB Fort Worth, Texas
• Schedule: May work between 35 up to 40 hours per week

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

Key Responsibilities

In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Provides customer service, information and support of Community Recreation programs and activities.

Service to MWR customers includes, but is not limited to: checking patron eligibility to ensure authorized use of recreation facilities, resources and equipment, providing information about activities and program offerings, opening and closing facilities, ordering and restocking supplies, and preparing snack bar menu items or prepackaged retail items.

Collects fees from customers associated with sales of tickets, retail and rental items, as well as from classes, trips, and various other Community Recreation programs using Point of Sales (POS) and computer programs. Is accountable for the accuracy of daily sales transactions and completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) at the end of every shift. Assists in processing customer Internet registrations (i.e. Net Near You), initial log-ins and event registrations.

Checks Community Recreation equipment and resources in and out, collects any applicable rental fees, inventories items and completes inspections upon return. Notifies supervisor or program lead if damage or loss has occurred. Ensures all rental or check-out forms are properly completed and reservation and checkout procedures are followed. Conducts inventory, maintains inventory controls and maintains equipment for proper accountability of program equipment and resources.

Assists in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of leisure and recreation skills subject areas, in tune with offerings popular in the local area, including but not limited to camping, cycling, sailing, backpacking, canoeing, snow skiing, hiking and water sports. Provides recreation experiences related to leisure skill sets in the form of day and weekend trips.

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 inventory of various types of equipment, retail goods, supplies and items deemed to have cash value.

Performs administrative duties, all of which are accomplished through a variety of means, including computer software programs which track resource inventories, patron usage/comments, and program standards metrics. Assists with recruitment, training and scheduling of Community Recreation staff. Actively supports the command statement on adherence to EEO principles and policies.

Assists in the planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of MWR programs and special events. Performs entertainment and promotion scheduling. Assists in updating of electronic and multi-media support tools, as needed. Seeks ways to promote MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base. Promotes use of recreational E-reading resources available through online MWR Library Program resources.

Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations (park districts, forest preserve, clubs, special interest groups, etc.) to support and benefit MWR programs. Performs community outreach to assist in the development of contacts. Assists in the creation of professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-up.

Researches and provides information and referral for a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base. Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements. Initiates and follows up on maintenance trouble calls to get equipment/facility issues resolved. Provides support for Community Recreation event set up and break down. Performs other duties as assigned as they pertains to the duties of this position.

Requirements & Education

This position requires an associate's degree if applicant does not possess experience required in assessment (6 months of general experience AND 6 months specialized experience).

This is a Regular Full-Time position with the following benefits: (No enrollment waiting period - immediate enrollment and coverage available) Annual Leave - 13 Per Calendar Year (based on percentage earned each pay period) (Must be onboard 90 days before using annual leave).

Sick Leave - 13 Per Calendar Year (based on percentage earned each pay period) Paid Holidays - 11 Per Year Medical (vision included) and Dental Insurance NAF Retirement Plan 401K Savings Investment Plan with employer match up to 3% Basic life insurance with optional life and spouse/dependent coverage Medical savings account (FSA) Access to Morale, Welfare & Recreation Programs to include Golf Courses, Marinas, Gyms/Fitness Centers, Bowling Centers, Restaurants.

Discounted Tickets and Travel options and shopping privileges at the Navy Exchange.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $15.5 - $18/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-06.

What is the work schedule?

This is a May work between 35 up to 40 hours per week position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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