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Posted: April 14, 2026 (0 days ago)

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Recreation Aid

Air Education and Training Command

Department of the Air Force

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$15 - $15

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves helping run recreational activities at a community center on an Air Force base in New Mexico, such as setting up spaces for events, managing equipment, handling reservations and payments, and ensuring safety.

It's an entry-level role where no prior experience is needed, making it ideal for people who enjoy working with groups, organizing fun events, and being part of a military community support team.

Local residents within 100 miles of the base are prioritized.

Key Requirements

  • US citizenship or legal US residency within 100-mile radius of Holloman AFB, New Mexico
  • Practical knowledge of recreational activities, rules, and procedures
  • Ability to safeguard and handle cash
  • Skill in using and maintaining recreational equipment and facilities
  • Availability to perform setup, monitoring, and cleanup for indoor/outdoor activities
  • Strong customer service skills for answering inquiries and managing reservations
  • Willingness to assist with group events and perform related duties as assigned

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Community Activity Center. Military Spouse Preference is not lost if selected for this position.

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 is 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, 04/22/2026 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: Practical knowledge of recreational activities, rules, and procedures.

Ability to safeguard and handle cash and skill in the use and maintenance of various recreational equipment and facilities are desirable; however, no experience is required. Major Duties:

The primary purpose of this position is to perform and/or assists other recreation assistants or specialist in the operation and maintenance of the Community Activity Center and associated recreational facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities: Sets up recreation areas for scheduled activities; records attendance; takes reservations and payment for trips and tours; notifies participants of schedule changes; Arranges for equipment or tools, charging them out to participants, and checking them for condition on their return; Decorates community or neighborhood centers or recreation centers for special events, activities, or parties; Strings tennis or volleyball nets; lines base lines and base paths; sets up batting cages; Checks the established safety system of indoor and outdoor recreation facilities and areas, tools, and equipment; Posts announcements of scheduled activities and answers inquiries about item, place, transportation, or other matters related to activities scheduled; Takes inventory of authorized recreation supplies and equipment; Helps with group activities which require more than one staff monitor, performing specifically assigned tasks.

Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12936804

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Posted on USAJOBS: 4/14/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/15/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-5CFSWP266927