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Posted: February 25, 2026 (0 days ago)

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Arts and Crafts Manager

Air Education and Training Command

Department of the Air Force

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Location

Salary

$25.01 - $28

per hour

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SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves managing the daily operations of an arts and crafts center and auto hobby shop on a military base in New Mexico, including handling sales, budgets, inventory, and customer service while ensuring safety and compliance.

It requires overseeing a small team and working flexible hours like evenings and weekends.

A good fit would be someone with business management experience, leadership skills, and an interest in creative activities, who can thrive in a fast-paced, independent environment.

Key Requirements

  • Experience managing business activities, including operations, equipment accountability, and financial planning
  • Knowledge of accounting and financial principles for budgeting and reporting
  • At least one year of experience leading a team of 3 or more employees
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with flexible hours (evenings, weekends, holidays)
  • Skills in operating cash registers, handling money, and maintaining security of funds and merchandise
  • Familiarity with safety, HAZMAT compliance, and inventory management
  • Creative and artistic abilities preferred for assisting with programs and classes

Full Job Description

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Arts and Crafts/Auto Hobby Shop on Holloman AFB, New Mexico.

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

Incumbent must be able to work other than normal duty hours which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

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, 03/02/2026 Business Based Action, 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: Responsible experience which has demonstrated the ability to manage business activities.

May have been gained in an operating, administrative or managerial positions which included responsibility for various phases of operations, such as equipment and supply accountability, financial management, or planning organization of club activities.

The experience must have provided a knowledge of accounting and financial planning principles and procedures. Experience leading a team of 3 or more employees is required.

Must possess skills to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Creative and artistic abilities are desired. Major Duties:

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the economic and efficient operation of the Arts & Crafts Center and Auto Hobby Shop on Holloman AFB.

The primary duties of this position include but are not limited to: Responsible for the operation of a variety of equipment and business activities at the Arts & Crafts Center and Auto Hobby Shop.

Responsible for operating the cash register system, collecting money, making change, and issuing receipts.

Opens and closes out the register, completes required reports and deposits in accordance with established guidelines.

Maintains security of all merchandise, equipment, and funds assigned with established resource protection/internal controls processes and procedures.

Assists customers with special orders and any issues that may arise. Maintains a clean, neat, and safe work environment.

Develops and revises an accurate Capital Requirements Budget for NAF/APF expenditures. Submits timely NAF/APF budgets as required.

Identifies equipment, supplies, and minor facility improvements as needed. Responsible for compliance with HAZMAT and Safety requirements at the Arts & Crafts facility and related equipment.

Reports facility repairs and maintenance requirements according to established procedures. Assists with inventory of resale, supply, equipment, and property.

May administer and facilitate Arts & Crafts programs and classes, in the absence of the Programmer. Identifies materials needed for classes, customer requests, and processes customer orders.

Initiates service contracts for programs and services. Assists in evaluation of program effectiveness. Prepares publicity materials, stays current on trends and techniques to provide quality programs.

Responsible for the recruitment, development and supervision of assigned personnel. Assigns and reviews subordinates' work and provides instruction/guidance as required.

Establishes performance standards and evaluates employee performance. Prepares reports and justification for awards, reassignments, promotions, and any other actions when appropriate.

Applies Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles and guidelines for all personnel management actions. Performs other related duties as required.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12897136

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/25/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/26/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-5CFSWT211575