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Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Aquatics Director)

Department of the Air Force
Pacific Air Forces
35th Force Support Squadron

Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Outdoor Recreation, 35th Force Support Squadron, Misawa AB, Japan. The incumbent will serve as the Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Aquatics Director). This is a regular part time category position; guaranteed 20 hours per week but may be up to 34 depending on the needs of the facility.


Military Spouse Preference is lost if selected/ or declined for this position.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted this week · Apply by 07/26/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 26, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$17.50 - $18.50 per hour

NAF Pay Setting Rules Apply

Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Part-time - Guaranteed 20 hours per week
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
Yes
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
26-9TFSWO832625
Control number
876742400

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 supervision of the Outdoor Recreation Director, responsible for the daily operations of the year-round indoor pool facility, and installation aquatics programs.
  • Develops, designs, implements, and analyzes interest assessments and higher-level directives in order to ensure the programs are adequate and effective.
  • Coordinate with the Marketing and publicity office to promote new and existing programs and ensure current information is available.
  • Performs duties of activity building/safety monitor and activity property custodian.
  • Analyzes financial results, and provides input on quarterly and annual income and expense budgets for consolidation with the Outdoor Recreation Activities master budget, with justifications and recommendations.
  • Research material for short/long term capital requirement and facility plans. Implements and maintains an effective internal control system to preclude or minimize the potential for fraud, waste, and abuse.
  • Verify that revenues and expenditures are properly recorded and accounted for daily, to provide reliable financial and statistical reports, and to maintain accountability over assets.
  • Submits purchase requests for personal services contracts, and blanket purchase agreements, and ensures inclusions of all required accounting documents.
  • Directs personnel required to develop, conduct, and maintain programs and community services designed to enhance the morale and welfare based on the diverse needs and interest, fiscal resources, facilities, and equipment.
  • Recruit, hire and in-process all new employees. Manage the activity's workforce and function as the first line supervisor; approve annual leave requests; evaluate performance; take appropriate disciplinary action and resolve grievances.
  • Establishes an internal performance management system to ensure proper assignments, review, and evaluation of employee performance.
  • Plans work schedules; sets and adjusts short/long term priorities.
  • Approve all timecards and payroll submissions.
  • Applies Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions.
  • Plans, coordinates, and oversees training and certification courses to include Lifeguard, Lifeguard Instructor, Water Safety Instructor, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and Water Fitness.
  • Organizes, promotes, schedules swim lessons, swim meets, special events and daily activities to individuals and groups; addressing the differing needs of the base populace.
  • Respond to all Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) comments/suggestions in a timely manner.
  • The subject matter expert on knowledge of Air Force and local Operating Instructions, rules and procedures for safe swimming and pools.
  • Establishes, reviews, and evaluates services, purchase of supplies, equipment, and resale merchandise.
  • Plans, request and schedule maintenance; inspects pools for safe conditions and reports facility/equipment discrepancies to the Outdoor Recreation Director.
  • Performs other duties as assigned for the daily operation of the pools to include custodial tasks of the facilities.
  • A CAC is required to perform the duties of this position.


If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13007401

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • **Non-U.S. Citizens must have resided physically in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for at least 3 years.**
  • Incumbent may work an uncommon tour of duty to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Incumbent must possess a valid Driver's License. The incumbent must provide a copy of their driving record.
  • This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
  • Must be certified in CPR/First Aid, AED within 90 days of appointment.

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, 07/26/2026

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in/around Misawa AB, Japan. All applicants must possess a social security number and valid passport. All applicants MUST be eligible to meet local immigration requirements.

  • Business Based Action
  • Family Member Preference
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
  • Must have the experience which provides an advanced knowledge of swimming activities, rules and procedures.
  • Must have responsible experience which has demonstrated the ability to manage business activities.
  • May have been gained in an operating, administrative, or managerial position which included responsibility for various phases of operations, such as equipment and supply accountability, financial management, or planning organizational or large-scale pool programs.
  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
  • Aquatic Facility Operator certification, CPR, AED, and first aid certifications is preferred.
  • Must be certified in CPR/First Aid, AED within 90 days of appointment.
  • Supervisory experience is desired.
  • Must have the ability to deal with customers, counsel staff members, and resolve conflicts.
  • Must be able to pass all required in- processing and annual training classes deemed necessary by the supervisor.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must satisfactorily complete a pre- employment drug test.
  • Must be able to work uncommon tour of duty (evenings, weekends, and holidays).
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete a Tier 1 background check.
  • Must be lifeguard certified or/and willing to become certified within 90 days of appointment.
  • Must spend half of their shift at Himberg pool to observe aquatics operations.


You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

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 in order to qualify.

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

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
  • All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
  • Probationary period may be required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • 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.
  • LQA is not authorized.
  • Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
  • 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.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.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 is made that you have inflated your 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.

Pacific Air Forces

Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF).

Misawa Air Base is located approximately 400 miles north of Tokyo, adjacent to Misawa City in Aomori Prefecture in Tohoku, which has a population of approximately 42,000 people. There are about 3,500 U.S. military personnel assigned to Misawa, along with 300 U.S. civilian employees and more than 1,000 local national employees.

What is NAF Employment?
NAF employment is considered federal employment. It is, however, different from federal civil service employment because the monies used to pay the salaries of NAF employees come from a different source. Civil service positions are paid for by money appropriated by Congress. NAF money, on the other hand, is self-generated by Air Force clubs, bowling centers, golf courses, and other activities that use NAF employees. Misawa NAF Human Resources Office is the servicing personnel office for 35th FSS facilities, such as Yoiko Child Development Center, Lunney Youth Center, Misawa Lodging, Flyers, Collocated Club, and Outdoor Recreation.

FSS is here to serve you ~why not help out your community by working at one of our facilities!

Agency contact information

Misawa NAF HR Office
Email
35fss.hro@us.af.mil
Address
Misawa Community Services Flight
35 FSS/FSCN
Unit 5019
APO AP, AP 96319-5019
US

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