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Recreation Aid

Department of the Air Force
Pacific Air Forces
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Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Info, Tickets & Tours on Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan.

Overview

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Reviewing applications
Open & closing dates
06/04/2025 to 06/12/2025
Salary
$15 to - $15 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 1
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Kadena Air Base Okinawa, Japan
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Intermittent
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
25-8TFSWI862276
Control number
838092500

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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Routine work is performed under the direction of Lead Recreation Assistant and/or Information Ticket and Travel Manager in the Kadena ITT's local and international recreational tour operations ticket programs. Types of duties include but are not limited to the following: Receives and confirms reservations for on and off-island tours by mail, phone, email and personal contact; sells and logs in a variety of discount tickets; accepts tour payments in person by receiving cash, checks or charge; notifies participants of schedule changes, tour briefings, etc.; post announcements of scheduled activities and answers inquiries about on-island and off island attractions, transportation, and travel locations. At the end of the shift clears the cash register and turns over cash and supporting documents. Prepares and safeguards cash receipts and prepares daily cashier's reports. Makes bank deposits as required. Records and tracks daily tour sales. Responsible for the daily input of data into our future accounts and ticket inventory. Receives telephone calls and visitors, screens and refers callers to appropriate persons. Required to work weekends and holidays as needed. Performs as tour guide or tour escort. Performs other related duties as assigned.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12745233

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to those with SOFA Sponsorship only. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 06/12/2025

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Okinawa, Japan. Legal US residents must possess a social security number and be citizens of a NATO country. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

  • Business Based Action
  • Family Member Preference
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Experience which demonstrates people skills; outgoing and approachable, with excellent customer service skills. Must demonstrate the ability to perform common mathematical problems and make proper change when receiving payments. Clerical work, typing skills and computer knowledge is required. Must be able to read, speak, and write English. Knowledge and understanding of Japanese business customs and courtesy, local tourist attractions and annual special events is highly desirable. Must be available to work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Satisfactory completion of a local files check and National Agency Check required.

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 in order to qualify.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
  • All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
  • Probationary period may be required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • LQA is not authorized.
  • Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

How you will be evaluated

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

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. 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 is made that you have inflated your 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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