Recreation Specialist

Air Combat Command; Nellis Air Force Base Census-Designated Place (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Air Combat Command at Nellis AFB is seeking a Regular Full Time Outdoor Recreation Specialist to develop and run seasonal programs across land and water activities. Duties include coordinating resources, scheduling events, and supervising staff and volunteers.

The role requires frequent standing and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds, with pay ranging from $20.18 to $34 per hour. Applications close 2026-10-20 and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Education substitution is not allowed for this position.
• Position requires frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, and ability to lift and carry items up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Develops, organizes, and implements seasonal outdoor programs (land and water activities).
• Plans and coordinates activities within facilities, equipment, staff, and budget constraints.
• Schedules and publicizes outdoor recreation activities.
• Arranges off-base equipment, transportation, supplies, and services; liaises with off-base agencies.
• Instructs participants in activities, gathers data, and assists with reports.

Job description

• Schedule: Employees are guaranteed 35 hours per week but may work up to 40 Hours per week.

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation on Nellis AFB. Regular Full Time employees are guaranteed 35 hours per week but may work up to 40 Hours per week. This position does offer benefits. Requires frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, and the ability to frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 75 pounds.

Key Responsibilities

Develops, organizes, and implements seasonal outdoor programs to include, but not limited to a variety of land and water-related activities and services (e.g., aquatics, camping, backpacking, nature hikes, canoeing, rafting, rock climbing, bicycling, skiing, etc.). Plans and coordinates activities within the limitations of available facilities, equipment, staff, and financial resources. Schedules and publicizes outdoor recreation activities.

Arranges for off-base equipment, transportation, supplies, and services needed to accomplish scheduled activities. Establishes contact with various off-base agencies. Solicits volunteers and individual activity orientation and training. Instructs participants in the activity for which the employee has technical expertise. Gathers, monitors, and maintains data to complete reports, respond to inquiries and assists others.

Assists with periodic program plans and quarterly and annual budget requirements. Ensures safety orientation is provided to paid and volunteer staff and participants regarding specific activities. Determines program needs and objectives through the use of patron requests, surveys, and current trends. Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing activities and adapts various programs in accordance with findings.

Plans and organizes special events as assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Director. Provides information and advises patrons of available recreation resources and opportunities in the area. May be required to act as trip/tour guide, supervise volunteers and perform personally, a broad variety of general clerical and administrative functions. May become involved in supply functions such as receipt, storage, issue, and maintenance. Position is a Position of Trust.

Requirements & Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air Combat Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $20.18 – $34/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-20.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Employees are guaranteed 35 hours per week but may work up to 40 Hours per week. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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