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Recreation Specialist

Department of the Air Force
Air Mobility Command
92 Force Support Squadron / Arts & Crafts Center

Summary

About the position: This position will be assigned to the 92 Force Support Squadron, Arts & Crafts Center, Fairchild AFB, WA.

This is a Regular Part-Time position; guaranteed 20 hours per week.

The incumbent is responsible for assisting the Arts & Crafts Assistant / Director(s) in the economic and efficient operation of the Arts & Crafts program to include planning and maintaining year round recurring and nonrecurring arts and crafts programs.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/28/2026 to 02/04/2026
Salary
$23 to - $23 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Fairchild AFB, WA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Part-time - Guaranteed 20 hours per week; may work up to 40 hours per week - depending on the needs of the facility
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
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
26-4YFSWT12873935
Control number
855761600

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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The incumbent is responsible for assisting the Arts & Crafts Assistant / Director(s) in the economic and efficient operation of the Arts & Crafts program to include planning and maintaining year round recurring and nonrecurring arts and crafts programs. As a working leader, provides day-to-day advice and guidance to employees for work assignments, relays instructions from the supervisor for work assignments; gets works started and sets work pace; demonstrates work methods and provides work-related guidance; ensures that work site materials and tools are available and ensures that employees follow security and safety guidelines. Assists Director(s) with work force management, recruitment and staff training. Works with Director(s) to implement higher level directives: makes recommendations for improvements; and develops promotional programs to increase participation. Reviews and evaluates sources used for purchase of supplies, equipment and resale merchandise; establishes new or varied sources for improved selection to better meet changing customer needs. Designs and develops publicity and marketing material to promote use of the Skills Development Center. Responsible for scheduling and promoting classes and special events. Receives and resolves customer complaints. Maintains security of all merchandise, equipment and funds assigned. Assists with the development of the annual budget and financial planning. May operate a variety of equipment to include: computerized engravers, copiers, lettering machines, heat presses, kilns, mat cutters, choppers and hand power tools. May work an uncommon tour of duty to include days, nights, weekends and holidays. Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12873935

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
  • This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

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, 02/04/2026

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:
Must have progressively responsible experience which demonstrated practical knowledge and/or experience of recreational activities and equipment, rules and procedures in a recreation program activity which involves recreation work in the area of specialty/grade in which the position is assigned. Ability to lead workers to accomplish duties is desirable. Must possess good communication skills and skill in dealing with the public. Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly and accurately. Must be physically able to lift and carry items up to and including 40 pounds.

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 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.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  • 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.

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