Recreation Specialist - Institutional (Recreation Specialist)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
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RECREATION AID
Air Force Materiel Command
Department of the Air Force
Job Description
Summary
This job involves helping run recreational facilities like a golf course, fitness center, and outdoor programs at an Air Force base, including tasks such as managing the front desk, setting up activities, maintaining equipment, and handling customer inquiries.
It's a flexible part-time role with no guaranteed hours or benefits, ideal for someone who enjoys working with people in a casual, active environment and can handle varying shifts including evenings and weekends.
A good fit would be an 18+ individual with basic office skills and an interest in sports or recreation, even without prior experience.
Key Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Ability to lift, carry, or move items up to 50 pounds
- Basic computer skills for tasks like point-of-sale systems and reservations
- Experience in clerical or office-related work (paid or unpaid, including volunteer)
- Ability to handle cash and safeguard it properly
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Availability for irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Full Job Description
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Arnold Golf Course.
Position is Flexible with no minimum guaranteed hours (meaning you could work between 0-40 hours per week, depending upon facility need and weather conditions) and no standard benefits.
Position subject to irregular tour of duty to include evenings, weekends and Holidays Position requires ability to lift/ carry / move items up to 50 pounds Position requires minimum age of 18 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, 03/11/2026 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: Must be 18. Experience in clerical or other office related work desired. Basic computer skills are required.
Practical knowledge of recreational activities, rules, and procedures desired but not required. Ability to safeguard and handle cash.
Skill in the use and maintenance of various recreational equipment and facilities are desirable; however, no experience is required. Must be able to follow simple to moderate instructions.
Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing. Major Duties:
Operations and maintenance of the Fitness Center and Sports Programs, Golf Course and Outdoor Recreation Programs; Performs and/or assists other recreation assistants or specialists in the operation and maintenance of indoor and/or outdoor recreational facilities.
Types of duties include but are not limited to the following: Operating a front desk operation or point of sale system. Maintains a reservation system.
Sets up recreation areas for scheduled activities; records attendance; ensures only authorized patrons use the facility and equipment; Ensures reserved areas are ready for use by customers; notifies participants of schedule changes; posts announcements of scheduled activities and answers inquiries about items, place, transportation, or other matters related to activities scheduled; Provides assistance to facilitate users by explaining function and features available.
Helps with group activities which require more than one staff monitor, performing specifically assigned tasks.
Arranges for equipment or tools, charging them out to participants, and checking them for condition on their return; ensures lockers are clean and operable.
Checks the established safety system of indoor and outdoor recreation facilities and areas, tools, and equipment; takes inventory of authorized recreation supplies and equipment; Provides manager with a list of re-order needs.
Decorates community or neighborhood centers or recreation centers for special events, activities, or parties; cleans facility and equipment as required.
As required, relays instruction from supervisor to co-workers and volunteers. Subject to an irregular tour of duty to include nights, weekends and holidays.
May operate government vehicles (Pick-ups, 15 passenger vans, carts) to transport supplies and/or passengers. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Operation and maintenance of the Golf Course facility would also perform:Inputs sales, receives payment and other related transactions; prepares proper cash handling documents; Assists patrons in selecting golf pro shop merchandise and equipment.
Answer telephone inquiries and registers customers for lessons & tournaments.
Checks golfers in with the Golf Enterprise System (GES) point of sales system, patrols golf course to maintain acceptable pace of play and compliance with golf course policies.
As needed, performs daily upkeep of water containers and driving range operations.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12897077
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