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RECREATION AID

Department of the Air Force
Air Force Special Operations Command
Hurlburt Lanes
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Summary


About the position: This position will be assigned to Hurlburt Lanes Bowling, and is not guaranteed a set number of hours but can be scheduled 0 - 40 hours per week.

As a federal employee you will have access to all Hurlburt Field FSS facilities. After 1 year of employment, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
- 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Assistance

Growth and other benefit opportunities also available.


Overview

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Hiring complete
Posted 12/29/25
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$15 - $15 per hour

Pay Rate Setting Rules in accordance with the Non-Appropriated Fund Personnel Program Management and Administration Guide, 13.6.2.2

Pay scale & grade
NF 1
Promotion potential
None - 2
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Intermittent
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
Yes
Drug test
No
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
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
25-8JFSWB075660
Control number
853247900

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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This is a developmental position. Incumbent will perform duties of the Recreation Assistant (Bowling), within skill level and ability. Upon satisfactory completion of training period, incumbent will be non-competitively promoted to the target level position. Responsible for manning the customer service desk within the bowling center. Assigns lanes to be used, operates control console, rents shoes and sells items in the pro shop.
Conducts inventories of pro shop items may be required to inventory snack bar resale items, facility equipment and other supply items. Demonstrates and instructs participants on the proper use of equipment and provides guidance and instruction on bowling techniques. Informs supervisor of equipment malfunctions as well as other items needing maintenance or repair. May supervise, lead, oversee and/or coordinate the daily activities of other employees engaged in the performance of their duties. Assists in advertising and recruiting participants for leagues, tournaments, special events and open play activities. May be required to schedule and administer these activities in the capacity of league secretary or tournament director. Insures activities are properly scheduled, facilities are set up and rules and regulations are observed.
Opens and closes the bowling facility as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12858467

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12858467

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
  • This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Tier 1 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, 01/12/2026

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:
Practical knowledge of recreational activities, rules and procedures.
Ability to safeguard and handle cash and skill in the use and maintenance of various recreational equipment and facilities are desirable; however, no experience is required.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Must be able to read, write and speak English.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

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.
  • 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 installation's 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 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.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  • This position is included in a bargaining unit: American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), Local 1897.
  • 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.

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.

Air Force Special Operations Command

Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF).
Hurlburt Field is located on the Gulf in the Florida Panhandle between Pensacola Beach, Destin and Eglin AFB. This area is known as the Emerald Coast and is a major tourist attraction for its breathtaking white sand beaches and emerald green waters.

Home of the Air Commandos since 1961, Hurlburt Field today accommodates the 1st Special Operations Wing (1 SOW), Headquarters Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) and a number of associated units. The 1st Special Operations Force Support Squadron (SOFSS) provides administrative control for approximately 700 military and civilian personnel in the squadron and provides commander's support, military personnel services and civilian personnel services for all units residing on Hurlburt Field. The squadron manages 77 base facilities and supports more than 59,000 active duty, reservists, civilians, families and retirees in the local community through a wide variety of activities and programs to include child care, before-and-after school youth programs, family daycare, dining facilities, lodging, outdoor recreation, golf course, library services, bowling, base honor guard, mortuary affairs, equipment rental, fitness centers, auto-hobby shop, education center and Airmen and Family Readiness Center.

Come join the team at beautiful Hurlburt Field, Florida!
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Agency contact information

Hurlburt Field NAF HR Office
Email
1SOFSS.HRO@us.af.mil
Address
Hurlburt Field Community Services Flight
1 SOFSS/FSCN
145 Letourneau Avenue, Suite 145
Hurlburt Field, FL 32544-5000
US

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