Recreation Assistant

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Community Programs (N922) Branch; Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Recreational Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services (N94); Commander Navy Region Hawaii at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam (JBPHH) Honolulu HI. The purpose of this position is to provide customer service to patrons as well as to perform a variety of duties in support of the MWR community recreation program; located at Rainbow Bay Marina.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Provides customer service information and support of Community Recreation programs and activities. Service to MWR customers includes but is not limited to: checking patron eligibility to ensure authorized use of recreation facilities resources and equipment providing information about activities and program offerings opening and closing facilities ordering and restocking supplies and preparing snack bar menu items or pre-packaged retail items.
• Collects fees from customers associated with sales of tickets retail and rental items as well as from classes trips and various other Community Recreation programs using Point of Sales (POS) and computer programs.
• Is accountable for the accuracy of daily sales transactions and completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) at the end of every shift.
• Assists in processing customer Internet registrations (i.e. Net Near You) initial log-ins and event registrations.
• Checks Community Recreation equipment and resources in and out collects any applicable rental fees inventories items and completes inspections upon return.
• Notifies supervisor or program lead if damage or loss has occurred.
• Ensures all rental or check-out forms are properly completed and reservation and check-out procedures are followed.
• Conducts inventory maintains inventory controls and maintains equipment for proper accountability of program equipment and resources.
• Assists in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops clinics and events in a variety of leisure and recreation skills subject areas in tune with offerings popular in the local area including but not limited to camping cycling sailing backpacking canoeing snow skiing hiking and water sports.
• Provides recreation experiences related to leisure skill sets in the form of day and weekend trips.
• Assists in day-to-day administration of multiple programs to which assigned. Tasks include submission of event after-action reports patronage data collection and entering program data.
• Performs inventory of various types of equipment retail goods supplies and items deemed to have cash value.
• Performs administrative duties all of which are accomplished through a variety of means including computer software programs which track resource inventories patron
• usage/comments and program standards metrics.
• Assists with recruitment training and scheduling of Community Recreation staff. Actively supports the command statement on adherence to EEO principles and policies. Assists in the planning coordinating publicizing marketing and execution of MWR programs and special events.
• Performs entertainment and promotion scheduling.
• Assists in updating of electronic and multi-media support tools as needed.
• Seeks ways to promote MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base.
• Promotes use of recreational E-reading resources available through online MWR Library Program resources.
• Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations (park districts forest preserve clubs special interest groups etc.) to support and benefit MWR programs.
• Performs community outreach to assist in the development of contacts.
• Assists in the creation of professional proposals execution of agreements and follow-up. Researches and provides information and referral for a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.
• Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.
• Initiates and follows up on maintenance trouble calls to get equipment/facility issues resolved.
• Provides support for Community Recreation event set up and break down.
• Performs other duties as assigned as they pertains to the duties of this position.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Starting May 7 2025 non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRH Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)
• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Must be able to work independently make sound decisions and have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work may require sitting walking long periods of standing bending and lifting of moderate heavy items up to 40 pounds occasionally required to lift heavier items.
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days of being placed in the position and maintain a valid state drivers license in order to transport patrons off base.
• Must be C.A.R.E. trained hold an EFR or CPR First Aid certification and hold a current Food Handler certification upon being placed in the position OR be able to obtain these trainings/certifications within 90 days of being placed in the position.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge skills and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate must possess:

• Knowledge gained through relevant education and training (i.e. Associates Degree in Recreation Marketing or closely related field) and/or two years equivalent recreation work experience.
• Combination of experience related to customer service and or recreation activity-based functions.
• Ability to organize plan administer special events and entertainment activities.
• Must be able to work independently make sound decisions and have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the goals principles techniques and procedures used in organizing planning and conducting leisure time activities.
• Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and the entire scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals groups ages and interests.
• Knowledge is required of the functions procedures and operations of recreation activities.
• Incumbent is C.A.R.E (Controlling Alcohol Risks Effectively) trained holds an Emergency First Responder (EFR) or CPR First Aid certification and holds a current Food Handler certification or be able to obtain these trainings/certifications within 90 days of employment.
• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain records compile and organize data for reports and perform research on recreation topics for dissemination to customers.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of computers office procedures and print production.
• Employee is required to have a valid state drivers license. Able to obtain license validation to transport patrons off-base within 90 days of employment.

Physical Demands

Work may require considerable physical exertion while instructing or guiding participants in a variety of activities. Work may require sitting walking long periods of standing bending and lifting of moderate heavy items up to 40 pounds occasionally required to lift heavier items. Work may require lifting items such as papers books rental equipment and athletic equipment. Work may require working outside for special events or leading outdoor outings or group trips. Position may require irregular working hours. Incumbent may be required to work evenings and weekends.

Work Environment

Work performed both indoors and outdoors without a fixed schedule. Administrative work performed in an office setting which has adequate lighting heating and ventilation. Incumbent may be required to work early late and on weekends and holidays when the need arises. Incumbent is subject to recall regularly. Incumbent wears protective clothing and equipment as situations warrant.

Other Requirements

Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift late shift evenings weekends and holidays when the need arises. Subject to recall. Wears protective clothing and equipment as situations warran

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education participate in medical screening drug testing etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

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.

Required Experience:

Junior IC