Recreation Therapist (Aquatic Therapy)
Veterans Health Administration
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Recreation Assistant
Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command
Department of the Air Force
Job Description
Summary
This job involves running the front desk at a bowling center on an Air Force base, where you'll help customers by assigning lanes, renting shoes, selling items, and providing basic instruction on bowling.
It also includes tasks like inventory management, scheduling events, and handling cash, with flexible hours that can vary from none to full-time, including weekends and holidays.
It's a good fit for someone friendly and outgoing who enjoys working with people in a recreational setting and has some experience in customer service or sports facilities.
Key Requirements
- Experience in bowling center operations, including rules for leagues and tournaments
- Knowledge of bowling machinery, equipment, and lane maintenance
- Cash handling skills, including receipt, disbursement, examination, deposit, and accountability controls
- Strong oral and written communication abilities, with skill in public interaction
- Ability to demonstrate equipment use and instruct on bowling techniques
- Basic supply techniques and inventory management experience (desirable)
- Flexibility to work irregular schedules, including weekends, holidays, and all shifts
Full Job Description
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to Westover Air Reserve Base, Massachusetts.
The primary purpose of this position is to operate the customer service desk within the bowling center The position is a flexible position, which means you are not guaranteed hours or benefits but could work anywhere between 0 and 40 hours per week.
Position requires working irregular schedules, to include weekends, holidays, and all shifts 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, 04/15/2026 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: Experience which provides a basic knowledge and understanding of bowling center operations including the rules related to bowling and organization of leagues and tournaments.
Knowledge of bowling machinery and equipment and bowling lane care.
Experience in the receipt, disbursement, examination, deposit or other processing of cash items when this includes direct handling of cash items, and use of cash accountability control methods.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and possess skill in dealing with the public. Prior experience in basic supply techniques is desirable.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Major Duties:
Assigns lanes to be used, operates control console, rents shoes and sells items in the pro shop.
Conducts inventories of pro shop items may be required to inventory snack bar resale items, facility equipment and other supply items.
Demonstrates and instructs participants on the proper use of equipment and provides guidance and instruction on bowling techniques.
Informs supervisor of equipment malfunctions as well as other items needing maintenance or repair.
May supervise, lead, oversee and/or coordinate the daily activities of other employees engaged in the performance of their duties.
Assists in advertising and recruiting participants for leagues, tournaments, special events and open play activities.
May be required to schedule and administer these activities in the capacity of league secretary or tournament director.
Insures activities are properly scheduled, facilities are set up and rules and regulations are observed. Opens and closes the bowling facility as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12927285
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