Recreation Aide (Bowling)

Full Job Description

This position is located at Freedom Lanes Bowling, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, FL.

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of duties in support of the MWR that may include special events, recreation information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, grab and go, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, recreational green space management, and outdoor recreation.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.

Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position.

Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates.

Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above.

Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Must have the ability to operate cash register and provide proper change to patrons.

Must have knowledge of the basic purpose of the facility, as well as a working knowledge of rules and regulations of the bowling facility.

Must be able to meet and deal effectively with the authorized patrons of varied rates, ranks and backgrounds.

Must be able to work in a sometimes-stressful environment as this position is the first line contact with patrons, also must have the ability to answer questions and give directions during extremely busy times.

Must be able to exercise good judgment in applying will established policies and procedures. Incumbent receives general instructions from the supervisor.

Work is performed independently; however, supervisory assistance is available when difficult or unusual situations arise.

Work is periodically checked for adherence to established procedures, rules and regulations. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.

https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.

As of May 7, 2025, The REAL ID act requires visitors to have a REAL ID or passport to access to Government Facilities. This will be a requirement for employment.

A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check.

Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

Major Duties:

General (Duties include but are not limited to): Receives and records on cash register money received from patrons for use of facility, retail merchandise, equipment and facility rental.

Answers phone providing information about facility, equipment, hours of operation and/or programs offered. Refers patrons to proper party if unable to answer questions.

Receives, records and makes reservations for use of the facility for private parties.

Maintains a change fund, prepares a Daily Activity Report (DAR) at the end of each shift for the daily receipts and deposits receipts in the drop safe.

Advises supervisor when facility equipment and supplies need replacing. Maintains historical records of transactions occurring in the facility.

Performs general housekeeping duties as required to include policing of grounds around facility, sweeping and dusting of work area, emptying trash receptacles and cleaning of restrooms.

Performs other related duties as assigned.