Recreation Assistant, Community Recreation - Rainbow Bay Marina

U.S. Department of the Navy; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Navy seeks a staff member to support the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Community Recreation program at Rainbow Bay Marina.

Responsibilities include assisting with special events, recreation information/resources, and coordinating trips, tours, and rentals. Candidates should have experience in customer service and recreation activities, be able to plan and administer events, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Combination of experience related to customer service and or recreation activity based functions.
• Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning and conducting leisure time activities.
• Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and the entire scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests.
• Knowledge of the functions, procedures, and operations of recreation activities.
• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain records, compile and organize data for reports, and perform research on recreation topics for dissemination to customers.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of computers, office procedures and print production.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Community Recreation program at Rainbow Bay Marina.
• Assists with special events, recreation information/resources, and command events.
• Supports visits from ships or fleet activities and coordination of trips, tours, outings, rentals, and equipment.
• Works under direct supervision but carries out assignments independently within policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Recreation activities

Event planning

Independent work

Communication

Recordkeeping

Research on recreation topics

Job description

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

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

• Combination of experience related to customer service and or recreation activity based functions.
• Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities.
• Must be able to work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning and conducting leisure time activities.
• Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and the entire scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests.
• Knowledge of the functions, procedures, and operations of recreation activities.
• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain records, compile and organize data for reports, and perform research on recreation topics for dissemination to customers.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of computers, office procedures and print production.

Works under direct supervision of the Community Recreation Manager. The supervisor sets general overall program and management objectives, but the employee is expected to carry out assignments independently. Works under general supervision, following established policies and procedures. Supervisor issues general instructions and explains how work is to be completed. Refers to supervisor or higher grade leadership about problems and actions requiring deviation from established procedures. Supervisor spot checks work for adherence to established methods and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED BY POSITION:

Work may require considerable physical exertion while instructing or guiding participants in a variety of activities. Work may require sitting, walking, long periods of standing, bending and lifting of moderate heavy items up to 40 pounds, occasionally required to lift heavier items. Work may require lifting items such as papers, books, rental equipment, and athletic equipment. Work may require working outside for special events or leading outdoor outings or group trips. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, without a fixed schedule. Administrative work is performed in a normal office setting. Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift, late shift, evenings, weekends and holidays when the need arises. Subject to recall. Wears protective clothing and equipment as situations warrant.