RECREATION ASSISTANT

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Incumbents must satisfactorily complete all background checks, including a fingerprint check, a National Agency Check with Inquiries
• All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks

Qualifications

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 possess the following:Knowledge gained through relevant education and training (i.e., Associates Degree in Recreation, Marketing or closely related field) and/or one year equivalent recreation work experience.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 communicateeffectively, both orally and in writing.Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning andconducting leisure time activities. Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and the entire scope ofCommunity Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests.Knowledge is required of the functions, procedures, and operations of recreation activities.Incumbent is C.A.R.E (Controlling Alcohol Risks Effectively) trained, holds an Emergency First Responder (EFR) or CPR First Aid certification, and holds a current Food Handler certification, or be able to obtain these trainings/certifications within 90 days of employment.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.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

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