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RECREATION ASSISTANT (OUTDOOR ADVENTURES), NF-0189-02

Department of the Navy
U.S. Marine Corps
MCCS LEJEUNE-NEW RIVER

Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/07/2026 to 01/14/2026
Salary
$16.66 to - $16.66 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 02
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Jacksonville, NC
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
25% or less - Varies
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Shift work
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
NA
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Announcement number
75682
Control number
853766000

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to Public

Duties

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What to Expect

  • Responsible for supervising and instructing outdoor recreation programs to military families and personnel: fishing, kayaking, trail biking, paddleboard, rock climbing, camping, archery, etc.

  • Ensures all outdoor safety rules are observed by participants, and utilizes a good knowledge of all aspects of outdoor recreational safety.

  • Leads experiential recreation programs in outdoor environments, including natural wooded areas and open water.

  • Observes participants and ensures all are accounted for at all times.

  • Prepares materials for presentation and instruction.

  • When necessary, renders emergency first aid until qualified medical assistance arrives.

  • Completes appropriate accident reports and other required reports.

  • Assists in planning programs from current trends for military families and personnel and development of Standard Operating Procedures.

  • Registers patrons and collects usage fees as required.

  • Operates government vehicles weighing up to 7,000 pounds, and towing various size trailers up to 6,000 pounds, upwards of 30+ feet, while maintaining proper safety and secure connection of trailer, hitch, lights, etc. at all times.

  • This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

  • Must have one year of related experience in a recreational field.
  • Dexterity to handle a participant in distress or injured in an outdoor environment.
  • Understanding of and ability to enforce rigid safety regulations to ensure maximum protection of participants.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain Archery Instructor Certification within six months of employment.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR or equivalent, and Standard First Aid or equivalent within six months of hire. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with military personnel of all ranks and family members.
  • Skill to demonstrate activities and use of related program equipment.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.  
  • May be required to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age.

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Tier 1 (T1) Level Background Check Investigation. For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws.

Vacancies may be filled by methods other than internal competitive procedures when it appears that the best qualified person can be obtained from other sources. To be considered for non-competitive appointment (e.g. transfer eligible or reinstatement eligible) you must list your current/former highest previous permanent grade held as a regular part-time or full-time department of defense non-appropriated fund employee.

Individuals selected from a vacancy announcement advertised for a flexible position may be changed to part-time or full-time at management's discretion without further competition.

CONTACT US:
For any questions and/or any technical difficulties navigating through or using the Career Page send an email to vacancies.lejeune@usmc-mccs.org or contact us at (910) 451- JOBS (5627).  Applications nor documents will not be accepted via email.

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 application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

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