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Recreation Assistant (Cadet Activities & Entertainment)

Department of the Air Force
U.S. Air Force Academy
Air Force Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF)
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Summary


About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Arnold Hall, Air Force Academy, Colorado.

  • This position does not include benefits.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
05/09/2025 to 06/20/2025
Salary
$22 to - $22 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 2
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Air Force Academy, CO
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Intermittent - Flexible - No guaranteed hours - work 0-40 hours per week
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
25-6WFSLAE836304
Control number
836778700

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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  • Assists in NAF program operation for Cadet Activities & Entertainment and occasionally assists other Arnold Hall activities in joint programs for cadets while adhering to Arnold Hall Student Center mission.
  • Primary duty is event planning and execution, including but not limited to: suggesting new programs by researching current student trends, determining necessary resources, developing setup and operation plans, scheduling volunteers, shopping, working events, cleanup and storage of event materials, After-Action Reports, and attendance tracking.
  • Event shifts may occur outdoors, off-base, during uncommon hours, and may require physical labor.
  • Follows necessary procedures for event accomplishment, such as contracting, vendor communication, marketing timelines, and more.
  • Performs administrative duties as required, including but not limited to preparing necessary paperwork, attending staff meetings, maintaining a clean workspace, proper storage and cleaning of inventory/supplies, and maintaining event calendar.
  • Must become a NAF Purchase Card holder after completing necessary training and properly steward cadet funds by understanding and adhering to budgets and event needs.
  • Greets facility users and provides excellent on-site customer service in the office, building, and at events.
  • Cultivates MWR (morale, welfare, and recreation) in all interactions with cadets.
  • Completes emergency maintenance requests, as needed.
  • Upholds professional communication and appearance, including prompt email responses, utilizing TEAMS, using procedural phone etiquette, and dressing appropriately per office or event shifts.
  • Must maintain professional discretion during all interactions with cadet volunteers and Cadet Entertainment Club members.
  • Ability to carry out day-to-day assignments or work major events using self-initiative without immediate direction.
  • Assists Cadet Activities & Entertainment Manager guide Special Event Staff in tasks/event work.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12734579

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 incumbent to able to lift 50 lbs and be able to stand/walk for long periods of time.
  • This position requires the incumbent to have a valid drivers license.
  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a pre-employment physical.

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, 06/20/2025

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 experience with practices and procedures related to planning, coordinating, and implementing events and programs; focus on student events preferred.
  • Computer skills with knowledge of Office Programs, such as Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and TEAMS.
  • Must have ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Must possess skill in dealing with the public.
  • Must have the physical ability to use a ladder, set up event equipment, and other related tasks.
  • Must be able to work indoors or outdoors in all types of weather, if required.
  • This position requires the incumbent to satisfactory complete a Tier 1 background investigation.

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.

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.

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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