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Recreation Specialist (Programmer)

Department of the Air Force
Air Education and Training Command
NAF - Outdoor Recreation
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Summary


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

Incumbent will work an irregular tour of duty which may include weekends and holidays.

This is a Regular Part Time (RPT) position with benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, 401(k), and annual/sick leave).

Overview

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Reviewing applications
Open & closing dates
11/19/2025 to 11/24/2025
Salary
$18.46 to - $20.62 per hour

NAF Pay Setting Rules Apply

Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Holloman AFB, NM
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Part-time - 20 Guaranteed Hours
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
25-5CFSWO992566
Control number
850448400

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 primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, direct, evaluate, participate, conduct, and design, from beginner to advanced, a wide array of year-round outdoor recreational activities and programs under the supervision of the Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Outdoor Recreation).

These activities include but are not limited to: Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP), water or land based activities, and other instructional programs. All activities/programs must include a risk assessment, a comprehensive itinerary, and a concrete process for obtaining customer comments, suggestions, and overall input/feedback.

The primary duties of this position include but are not limited to:

  • recommend new or additional activities based on the gathered information/ research and approved by management.
  • The OAP will evaluate information and make proper/professional decisions based on what the needs are from the military, and/or affiliated, community.
  • Responsible for professional completion of potential activities with thorough job accomplishment.
  • Develops annual/quarterly/monthly/weekly programs as specified by management; creates calendars, flyers, brochures, and any/all marketing promotions needed for successful activities.
  • Also, obtains permits/tickets, prepares pre-departure plans and meeting with customers, participants, volunteers, and/or drivers.
  • Also, plans menus/purchases food with assurance of action reports completion. Briefs manager and Outdoor Recreation staff on activity/program itinerary and plans.
  • Transports patrons for events and activities as required for the program.
  • Is responsible for proper functioning of equipment rental ensuring all needed items are in professional working order (cleaned, fastened, operational, etc.) trains staff on maintenance, fitting and related duties.
  • Assists with implementing higher level directives, formulating procedures and programs to ensure high standards of recreational and promotional programs.
  • Assists with establishing financial goals commensurate with market analysis of area.
  • Assists in preparing budget analysis financial results, and help maintain solid financial condition of the overall program.
  • Performs administrative tasks, preparing after action reports/briefs, marketing programs/activities to customers, compiling continuity, responding to critiques (positive or negative by phone call or letter), comment cards, verbal critiques, and maintains appropriate records.
  • Assists in maintenance of facility to meet operational standard.
  • Maintains professional relationships with staff members, volunteers, participants, individuals.
  • Provide information regarding and relating to general Outdoor Recreation operations/activities/programs and specific information relating to OAP position.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12805396

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 work shifts to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
  • 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.
  • This position requires the incumbent to meet the requirements to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) and network access.
  • This position requires the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.

Qualifications

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents within a 100-mile radius of Holloman AFB, New Mexico. Recruitment limited only to the local commuting area of Holloman AFB.USAJobs profile address must reflect an address within a 100-mile radius of Holloman AFB, New Mexico.

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, 11/24/2025

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 2 years of progressively responsible work experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to independently carry out a continuing outdoor recreation program, by applying the proper principles, concepts and techniques of various outdoor recreation activities.,
  • OR College degree in Recreation, which is directly related to the position being filled.
  • Programming and activity planning experience required and experience must have been gained in an Outdoor Recreation program, or government agency, parks & recreation department, collegiate/educational environment, summer camp or similar activity.
  • Experience in equipment asset accountability, money handling and budgeting required.
  • Ability to communicate both written and orally.
  • Ability to operate one or more gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles with the GWV of up to 10,000lbs, such as pickup trucks, sedans, crew cab pickup trucks, keeps or station wagons.
  • Must have a clean driving record and be able to adapt to changing conditions quickly and safely.

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.
  • This position is included in a bargaining unit.
  • Union Name National Federation of Federal Employees and Local or Chapter Number 1031.
  • 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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