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Arts & Crafts Operations Manager

Department of the Air Force
U.S. Air Forces, Europe
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Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Ramstein Arts & Crafts Center, Ramstein AB, Germany. This position is directly responsible for the oversight of all functions within the Arts and Crafts operations which also includes Auto Hobby/Annex/Recycling and Woodshop programs. This position may offer logistical support.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
11/26/2025 to 12/10/2025
Salary
$25.01 to - $28 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Ramstein, Germany
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
25-9NFSW745796R
Control number
851067100

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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Directly responsible for the oversight of all functions within the Arts and Crafts operations which also includes Auto Hobby/Annex/Recycling and Woodshop programs. Responsible for the management, administration, technical and operations of the program. Reviews, analyzes and interprets Air Force directives for implementation. Develops local management policies concerning the operation and utilization of the activity. Responsible for the planning, scheduling and coordinating of programs and other activities. Ensures compliance of management resources, equipment, property control and inventory. Prepares NAF and APF budgets, completes analysis of operating statements and creates short and long-range strategic plans. Maintains a 5-year capital improvement plan. Ensures all tools and equipment in all operations are maintained and in serviceable condition. Responsible for preparing, coordinating and supporting marketing efforts involving the program operations. Monitors customer feedback. Receives and resolves customer complaints and requests for special services. Ensures good housekeeping procedures are followed by employees and patrons. Manages the applicable social media for the operations supervised. Works with CE to initiate and track work orders for all Arts and Crafts requirements. Maintains and develops all environmental programs and guidance. Maintains and updates all Management Internal Checklist Toolkits items (MICT). Responsible for work force management, recruitment, and staff training. Perform other duties as assigned.
If interested in this position, please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12840586

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
  • Incumbent must be physically in Germany before a firm/final job offer can be received.

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, 12/10/2025

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is U.S. Citizens and legal U.S. residents in Germany. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S. permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment. Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement. If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent.

  • Business Based Action
  • Family Member 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:
Responsible experience which has demonstrated the ability to manage business activities. Must have supervisory experience. May have been gained in an operating, administrative or managerial position which included responsibility for various phases of operations, such as retail and programming accountability, financial management, or planning organizational creative activities. The experience must have provided knowledge of accounting and financial planning principles and procedures. Must be skilled in working with others, as well as knowledgeable of financial and personnel management techniques and administrative policies and procedures. Must be able to communicate effectively to team members and management both orally and in writing. May work uncommon work schedule including weekends

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

  • 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.
  • This position will be eligible for the use of the fitness center, lodging, golf course, bowling center, library, and many other NAF activities.
  • Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
  • This is a Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  • This position may offer logistical support.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

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.

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