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Recreation Assistant (Intermediate Guide)

Department of the Air Force
United States Space Force
Nonappropriated Funds (NAF)

Summary


About the position:
This position will be assigned to Outdoor Creation located on Peterson Space Force Base.

Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug test. Must be able to lift items weighing 40 pounds or more.

This position may require shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/12/2026 to 01/19/2026
Salary
$17.50 to - $17.50 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 2
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Peterson AFB, CO
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Intermittent - Guaranteed 0 hours but could work up to 40 hours per week.
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
26-6XFSWO093375
Control number
854198200

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Leads safe and efficient programs; the incumbent of this position instructs groups and individuals in daily and overnight outdoor recreation programs.
  • Uses a variety of teaching skills to communicate to customers who are of a wide range of ages and experience levels the information needed to safely participate in outdoor recreation activities.
  • Ensures that all phases of instruction are given in accordance with the student abilities.
  • Carries out guide duties to include but not limited to rafting and other outdoor recreation programs.
  • Provides resources, first aid, and evacuation procedures for customers and other staff when necessary.
  • Enforces safety rules and safe procedures at all times.
  • Drives vehicles and shuttles for the purpose of transporting gear and customers to designated program activities.
  • Ensures equipment and vehicles are maintained, fueled, and stored as necessary.
May perform other related duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12864248

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and one every three years thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
  • The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
  • This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain current record of immunization.

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, 01/19/2026

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:
Practical knowledge of recreational activities, rules, and procedures is required. First Aid, CPR and W FR higher certification is required. Must have a valid driver's license and must be able to obtain a Government Driver's License. Must have one or more of the following: successful completion of "Summit" Single-Pitch course or similar SPI-Type class, ACA or Rescue 3Swiftwater/Whitewater Rescue Technician (SWRT), State of Colorado/AHRA Whitewater Rafting Guide and Trip Leader (TL), and/or AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Certification.

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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