Recreation Assistant
Commander, Navy Installations Command
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Recreation Aid (Sports & Fitness)
Commander, Navy Installations Command
Department of the Navy
Job Description
Summary
This entry-level job involves supporting Navy recreation programs by helping with fitness activities, sports events, and aquatics, including customer service, basic maintenance, and handling transactions.
It suits high school graduates or those with minimal experience who enjoy working with people, staying active, and keeping facilities clean and organized.
Ideal for someone starting a career in community services or hospitality on military bases.
Key Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent with 0-3 months of general experience
- Knowledge of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department to assist customers
- Skilled in keyboarding and operating point-of-sale (POS) systems and desktop computers
- Ability to perform basic computer operations and arithmetic calculations
- Ability to read and follow rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures
- Ability to handle basic custodial tasks like sweeping, mopping, and dusting
- Strong oral and written communication skills for customer service and issue resolution
Full Job Description
This position is assigned to the Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Programs; Incumbent performs a variety of duties in support of the Fitness, Sports, and Aquatics Program.
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 possess the following: General experience of 0-3 months and/or high school graduate or equivalent.
Knowledge of the MWR department in order to answer customer questions and/or refer customers to the appropriate activity.
Skilled in keyboarding to include operation of point of sale systems as well as desktop computers. Ability to perform basic computer operations.
Ability to read and comprehend in order to adhere to published rules, regulations, standard operating procedures, checklists, and other guides.
Ability to perform basic custodial tasks (e.g., sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, dusting, etc.).
Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Ability to identify customer needs, deliver expected service and/or resolve routine customer issues. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Major Duties:
Performs duties assigned and provides necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information and support of recreation and fitness programs.
Provides information concerning facilities and operation. Ensures adherence to regulations, safety, and security procedures.
Assists in maintaining routine reports and/or performs clerical, custodial and/or general maintenance duties as needed.
Performs numerous functions in support of recreation and fitness program delivery to include inventory control, equipment inspection, restocking, point of sale system operation, and cash handling.
Operates a cash register, Point of Sale (POS) system, processes product or service transactions including equipment loans, rentals, resale, and program registration; receives payments and makes change.
Greets patrons in person, answers the telephone, takes messages, handles customer requests, and makes referrals to the appropriate staff member. Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.
Provides support for recreation events set up and break down.
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