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Recreation Assistant (Engraver)

Department of the Air Force
United States Space Force
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Summary

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation.

This position is considered Regular Full Time. The position is guaranteed 40 hours. As a regular employee, you are eligible for accrued leave and benefits, including Medical and Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k), and Retirement. The starting pay rate for this position is $21.00 per hour.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
08/15/2025 to 08/28/2025
Salary
$21 to - $21 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 2
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Buckley AFB, CO
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
25-6VFSWO
Control number
843509000

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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Introduction Statement: This position is assigned to Outdoor Recreation.

Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in planning and scheduling recreation programs and special events (i.e., hiking trips, rafting, etc…) for the Outdoor Recreation Center. Issues rental equipment, checks equipment for damage and instructs patrons on the proper use of the equipment. Registers patrons for activities. Prepares skis for rental to include grinding, sharpening, and waxing. Assists with maintenance, repair, and cleaning of all recreation equipment. Enters data into POS system for rental and retail inventory, issuing and receiving. Receives payments and monitors the recreational vehicle storage lot, FamCamp and other recreation areas. Sells lift tickets, entertainment, amusement park and special event tickets, and all related inventory, following required cash handling procedures and accountability. Prepares daily cash reports and deposits money daily as needed. Makes reservations for the FamCamp, picnic areas, and all rental equipment. Displays stock and inventory items so that they are easily accessible. Sends out customer confirmations and notifications as needed. Performs duties as driver and/or assistant driver in conjunction with excursions, tours, or other designated activities.
Assists customers with the ordering selections of plaques, name tags, and gift items for engraving. Constructs engraved items using both powered and non-powered tools and equipment. Engraves a wide variety of materials to include plastic, metal, glass, ceramics, etc to the specifications of customer orders. Assembles parts to complete a finished product. Inspects all work for accuracy and workmanship. Performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure these units are in proper working order. Responsible for the inventory, organization, and cleanliness of the engraving shop areas. Responsible for input of purchases and end of month inventory into an inventory system. Provides customer with design proofs and must maintain communication with customer through the entire order process. Responsible for the research of quality supplies and most cost efficient to the activity. Provides input pertaining to order requirements and stock levels for both resale and supply items. Ensures safety rules are instructed and adhered to by customers, personnel, and volunteers. Position requires an uncommon tour of duty to include night, weekends, and holidays. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Experience demonstrating working with the routines and procedures followed in group activities or programs. Familiarity with practical knowledge and/or experience of recreational activities and equipment in addition to rules and procedures in a recreation program. Experience in customer service and skills working with the public. Must have skills necessary to operate basic cash register transactions and conduct inventories. Experience in the use of engraving and CO2 is desirable. Knowledge of varied and/or advance functions of graphic computer software (i.e., Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw) is recommended. This is a position of trust.
Conditions of Employment: Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required. Must be able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 45 lbs. and satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. A valid driver's license is required. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drugs.

Performance Standards: Performs all duties in an accurate and timely manner. Ensures that sales transactions are recorded according to internal requirements and that correct money is exchanged. Ensures that customers are instructed on proper use of equipment upon issuance. Exercises courtesy, tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers and co-workers. Maintains a cooperative and harmonious working relationship with co-workers. Adheres to fire, safety and facility security requirements. Must satisfactorily complete standard first aid and cardiopulmonary (CPR) training within 30 days of employment and maintain certification. With few exceptions, operates vehicles in accordance with established procedures and federal, state, and local traffic regulations. Operates the motor vehicle in a manner that minimizes violation dues to employee error or negligence.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12785264

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 everyone. 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, 08/28/2025

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:
Experience demonstrating working with the routines and procedures followed in group activities or programs. Familiarity with practical knowledge and/or experience of recreational activities and equipment in addition to rules and procedures in a recreation program. Experience in customer service and skills working with the public. Must have skills necessary to operate basic cash register transactions and conduct inventories. Experience in the use of engraving and CO2 is desirable. Knowledge of varied and/or advance functions of graphic computer software (i.e., Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw) is recommended. This is a position of trust.

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.
  • 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 Government's 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.

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.

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 position's 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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