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Recreation Specialist Outdoor Activities

Department of the Air Force
Air Force Materiel Command
88th Force Support Squadron/FSW

Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation at Wright-Patterson AFB. Organizes and leads Outdoor and Community Program Activities. Teaches youth and adult recreation skills from beginner to advance.

The position includes paid holidays, annual and sick leave accrual, as well as optional participation in Group Health, Dental and Life Insurance plans, Retirement, 401K and Flexible Benefits plans.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/05/2026 to 03/12/2026
Salary
$18.86 to - $20 per hour

NAF Pay Setting Rules Apply

Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Part-time - Guaranteed 20 to 34 Hours per week, but could work up to 40 Hours per week.
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
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
26-9XFSW221290
Control number
859898900

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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Organize and leads Outdoor and Community Program Activities. Teaches youth and adult recreation skills from beginner to advance. Conducts outings and programs. Participates in and leads recreation programs. Sign up customers far classes, trips, and programs. Checks out equipment, rental items, etc. Process facility and equipment reservations. Provides Quality Customer service. Positively interact with all customers {Le., greets and offers assistance). Checks customer's eligibility. Resolves customer complaints and problems as empowered. Informs Outdoor Recreation Program Manager of any customer problems and concerns. Develops a comprehensive local resource inventory for program planning and referral. Provides customer information and referrals. Reviews and analyzes market data to determine program preferences. Develop a minimum of two special programs per month schedule. Support Recreation Operations; stock merchandise and assist in taking inventories, Performs interior and exterior facility maintenance tasks as required. Set up and tear down rooms arrangements for organizations according to their request Ensures implementation and maintenance of required sanitation practices. Practices safe procedures within all programs provided. Assists in Rental Equipment Checkout, program and trip sales operations. Prepares deposits and ensures daily deposits are delivered to central cashier. Collects cash, receipts. register tapes, credit cards receipts and other supporting documentation and cashes checks. Prepares cashier reports. reconciles and ·ensure proper accounting for' controlled forms and informs management of irregularities. Works with the Outdoor Recreation Manager to prepare annual and quarterly budgets for programs, Works under the direction of the Outdoor Recreation Program Manager. Maintain standard First Aid and CPR for both children and adults certification. Performs all other duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12901720

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • Must be willing to provide proof of status as a U.S. citizen or Non-U.S. National. Must meet specified residency criteria.
  • This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
  • This position is subject to a pre-employment drug test and random testing thereafter.
  • This position requires a valid driver’s license.

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, 03/12/2026

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:
Specialized experience that demonstrates ability to apply the principles of one or more specialty areas of recreation. Specialized experience may Include: Planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, or evaluating community, industrial, outdoor, indoor. or other recreation programs. Instructing in the principles and techniques of recreation program planning and management. Serving in a leadership role in the programs and activities of local, regional, and or national recreational organizations. Education may be substituted for experience or vice versa. Undergraduate and Graduate education majoring in general recreation, or one of the appropriate fields such as outdoor recreation. Certified in standard First Aid and CPR for adults and children. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries {NACI). Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug- use.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does 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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