Recreation Assistant - Doggie Daycare

Navy MWR; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy MWR in Newport, RI supports a broad range of Community Recreation activities, events, and information services for service members and families. The Recreation Division handles special events, programs, rentals, trips, tours, and related community activities.

The candidate will organize and implement leisure-time activities, ensure customer satisfaction, and maintain records for reporting. Strong communication and independent decision-making are essential for success in this role.

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 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.

Responsibilities

• Support the MWR Community Recreation program through events and activities.
• Provide recreation information/resources to customers.
• Assist with rentals, trips, tours, and program operations.
• Maintain records and prepare data for reports.

Skills

Customer service experience

Recreation activity planning

Independent decision making

Communication skills

Data collection & reporting

Job description

This position is assigned to the Recreation Division; Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR); Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). Performs a variety of duties in support of the MWR Community Recreation program that may include special events, recreation information/resources, command events, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, bowling, Library, Liberty, grab-n-go, movies, and outdoor recreation and the Doggie Daycare Program.

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.

A qualified candidate must possess:

• 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 produc