RECREATION ASSISTANT (OUTDOOR RECREATION)

United States Air Force
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • $16.80–$17 Per Hour
1 day ago

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RECREATION ASSISTANT (OUTDOOR RECREATION)

Department of the Air Force

United States Space Force

45th Force Support Squadron

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Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Facility. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on days, evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Scheduled hours will be 20-34 per week. Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing 40 pounds or more.

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Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Facility. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on days, evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Scheduled hours will be 20-34 per week. Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing 40 pounds or more.

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Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:

Patrick AFB, FL

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Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $16.80 - $17 per hour Pay scale & grade

NF 2

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Part-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

  • 0189 Recreation Aid And Assistant

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No

Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

  • Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number 26-5RFSWO587768 Control number 879424300

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

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Performs tasks and assists in the operation and maintenance of a variety of recreations facilities and equipment. Tests boating equipment for safe condition and operation; may perform minor preventative maintenance on boat motors (i.e. change oil/filter, fill gas tank, etc) and other boating equipment. Leads small groups in demonstrating and teaching a wide array of recreational activities such as boating, water skiing, wake boarding, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, camping, biking, and fishing. Serves as a Group Leader on Outdoor Adventure Trips as determined by the Leisure and Recreation Program Supervisor. Provides resource information and rules on outdoor activities such as fishing, diving, surfing, boating, and camping. Demonstrates the safe and proper usage techniques for all rental and loan equipment. Visually inspects condition of rented equipment both at check-in and check-out, assess charges for damaged equipment, and prepares damage reports as required. Performs minor maintenance and repairs on equipment rental and loan items. Schedules reservations for pavilions and recreational lodging units. Handles all transactions relating to the rental or reservation of the facility. Answers telephone calls and receives visitors, suppling requested information from own knowledge or referring caller to the appropriate source. Demonstrates and sells retail merchandise directly to customers. Completes sales or rental documentation and performs the full range of cash management and accountability duties that may include analyzing and correcting computer data reports. Operates RecTrac computerized point of sale system. Decorates and arranges display area and develops proposals for merchandise and informs supervisor regarding product sales, rentals, and loans. Assists with inventories as required. Uses a variety of computer software to complete forms, reports, and other documentation. Processes NAF journal vouchers, cashier reports, and other forms, and resolves errors thereon. Requisitions merchandise, maintains stock levels, coordinates special orders. Ensures proper display, price marking, and sales of merchandise. Acts as a shift leader in the absence of a manager/supervisor. May train lower graded personnel in different job aspects, initiates work process, and ensures proper completion of assigned work. May be required to drive government vehicles. Performs other related duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13029819

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical and be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Must have a valid Florida Class E drivers license and must be able to maintain/ retain a government vehicle license.
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
  • Must be able to work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings, weekends, and some holidays

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicants eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 08/19/2026

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:

Must have progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to perform satisfactorily at the grade level of this position. Experience that provides a working knowledge of the types of recreational equipment, programs, and facilities utilized in this position is desirable. Previous cashier or sales experience is desirable. Must be able to operate a personal computer. Must be able to communicate effectively and present a professional image. Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination, as well as any other required occupational health or other examinations. Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must possess a current CPR and First Aid certification or be able to obtain one within 60 days of employment. Must have a valid Florida Class E drivers license and must be able to maintain/ retain a government vehicle license. Must successfully complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

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.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

  • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • Area of Consideration for this position within 50-miles of Patrick SFB, FL.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installations decision on the 3-year residency requirement..
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Direct deposit is required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • A probationary period may be required.
  • Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Governments interest.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
  • Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  • Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the positions qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

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Required Documents

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Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

  • Resume

Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Diploma/ GED
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another persons personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

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To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/19/2026 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy.

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

Agency contact information

Patrick NAF HR Office

Email nafjobs2@us.af.mil Address Patrick Community Services Flight

45 FSS/FSCN

1138 Jupiter St, Bldg 536

Patrick SFB, FL 32925-5000

US

Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

  • Resume

Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Diploma/ GED
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another persons personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

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To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/19/2026 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy.

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

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Agency contact information

Patrick NAF HR Office

Email nafjobs2@us.af.mil Address Patrick Community Services Flight

45 FSS/FSCN

1138 Jupiter St, Bldg 536

Patrick SFB, FL 32925-5000

US

Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

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Agency contact information

Patrick NAF HR Office

Email nafjobs2@us.af.mil Address Patrick Community Services Flight

45 FSS/FSCN

1138 Jupiter St, Bldg 536

Patrick SFB, FL 32925-5000

US

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Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Facility. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on days, evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Scheduled hours will be 20-34 per week. Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing 40 pounds or more.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:

Patrick AFB, FL

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $16.80 - $17 per hour Pay scale & grade

NF 2

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Part-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

  • 0189 Recreation Aid And Assistant

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No

Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

  • Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number 26-5RFSWO587768 Control number 879424300

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