Recreation Assistant
Commander, Navy Installations Command
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Recreation Assistant
Commander, Navy Installations Command
Department of the Navy
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working at a Navy recreation center in Washington, where you'll greet visitors, help with events and activities for military families, handle cash transactions, and keep things running smoothly.
It's a customer-facing role that supports fun and support programs for service members and their loved ones.
A good fit would be someone friendly with customer service experience, who enjoys organizing events and is reliable with basic admin tasks.
Key Requirements
- One year of practical work experience in direct customer service or basic office tasks like data entry, word processing, internet, and email
- One year of experience handling cash and using point-of-sale systems
- Ability to perform basic math computations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in proper English, with a courteous demeanor
- Ability to follow verbal and written directions
- Neat and clean professional appearance
- Valid driver's license (implied for van operation)
Full Job Description
Support the Military's Quality of Life programs!
The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military and civilian employees.
This position is located at the Liberty Center at NAS Whidbey Island in Oak Harbor, WA.
Must have one-year practical work experience including direct customer service or experience with data entry, word processing, internet, e-mail, etc.
At least one-year experience handling cash and utilizing point of sale system.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations and communicate effectively and courtesy, using proper English both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to follow verbal and written directions, and present a neat and clean appearance. Major Duties:
Incumbent will be assigned primarily to the Liberty center to provide direct customer service to patrons using the facility.
Responsibilities may include greeting customers, and refer telephone calls, provide information regarding the facility and programs.
Incumbent assists with planning, coordinating, and execution of classes, and special events, family activity nights for squadron and tenant commands.
Assists with Deployed Forces Support activities such as but not limited to Command's Send Off, Halfway Parties, and Homecomings.
Provides technical assistance/training to patrons to ensure care used when carrying out programs and activities.
May be required to drive an 8 or 15 passenger van, keep trip records, participant counts, and custody of equipment. Distribute information.
Responsible for collection and safeguarding of any funds that may be collected as a result of a fee or change. Light housekeeping, and other related duties as assigned.
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