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LEAD RECREATION ASSISTANT

Department of the Air Force
Air Education and Training Command
56 Force Support Squadron

Summary


About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to Outdoor Recreation on Luke AFB, AZ.

This is a Regular Part-Time position guaranteed 20 hours per work week and eligible for benefits to include medical and dental insurance, Life insurance, 401K and NAF Retirement, and annual and sick leave.

Be able to routinely lift objects weighing over 50 pounds with assistance and work indoors and outdoors.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/04/2026 to 03/16/2026
Salary
$18.75 to - $18.75 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 2
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Luke AFB, AZ
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Part-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
26-7IFSWO221646
Control number
859794400

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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Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Outdoor Recreation) and within broad regulations and guidelines, has responsibility to lead the day to day operation of the storage lot, equipment rental and tour programs. Responsible for leading the work of other Recreation Assistants assigned to Outdoor Recreation unit. Distributes and balances workload among employees. Observes work in progress and adherence to quality and safety standards. Instructs and trains new employees. Provides input on performance and disciplinary problems to the Assistant Manager. Reports all repair and maintenance requirements according to established policy. Reports all violations of safety. Ensures accuracy of automated data base on equipment rental check-ins. Ensures adequate stock of supplies and equipment are available. Administer and lead tour programs. Develops detailed annual/quarterly adventure tour program calendars, confirms itineraries, ticketing, and reservations, plans and conducts pre and post trip meetings with drivers and volunteers. Plans and purchase menu food items. Ensures reports are completed and researched new trip locations. Manages the vehicle storage lots, to include lot inventories, payment dates and vacancies. Oversees and assists with duties associated with rental of equipment to include, but not limited to the following; verifying authorized users, computes and receives fees, uses desktop computer Windows base software applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access): equipment control and accountability; conduction pre/post rental inspections of equipment; accepts equipment reservations and properly accounts for deposits. Completes daily reports such as cashier reports and bank deposits. Answers telephones, greets customers, and assists them with rental transactions, class sign up for Aquatic or Adventure Tour Programs. Provides information regarding all aspects of the Equipment Rental and other Outdoor Recreation Programs. Assists with preventive and minor routine maintenance on rental equipment i.e., simple repairs and cleaning tents, tables and assorted camping equipment (cook stoves, battery-operated lights and propane cookers). On occasion, and in absence, will be required to operate a passenger vehicle on trips and tours. Performs other non-lead duties as Recreation Assistant. Performs minor grounds and facility maintenance such as fence repair, weed and trash removal and raking.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12902321

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
  • Satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record with no major violations due to own negligence.

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, 03/16/2026

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:
Sufficient experience which provided working familiarity and knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties. Ability to safeguard funds and equipment. Ability to resolve common arithmetic problems and make change.

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.
  • This position is included in a bargaining unit.
  • Union Name AFGE and Local or Chapter Number 1547.
  • 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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