Recreation Specialist (Youth Activities)

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Youth Center on RAF Lakenheath. This position is a Regular position with 37 hours guaranteed each week.

This position requires shift work to provide coverage on days, evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

This position also comes with the opportunity to elect benefits to include: Health insurance, Life Insurance, 401(k) and retirement. Eligible for annual and sick leave accrual.

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, 04/20/2026 Citizens, permanent residents, and legal residents of the United States (US) who reside within the local commuting area (60-mile radius) of RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom (UK), or will do so within the next 30 days.

Permanent and legal residents of the US must be citizens of a NATO country, unless authorized to reside in the UK as a dependent of an employee who serves in support of the US Visiting Forces.

Eligible applicants must possess a US-issued social security number and be able to provide documentation proving residency status in the UK. Applicants cannot be 'ordinarily resident'.

A person is considered to be 'ordinarily resident' if they have resided in the United Kingdom (UK) for more than 366 days without an affiliation to the US Visiting Forces.

Time spent in the UK as an employee, or dependent of an employee, of a US agency serving and supporting the US Visiting Forces (i.e., active duty military, federal civilian, AAFES, Red Cross, one of the contract universities, a military banking facility or federal credit union, or US government contractors) is not counted toward being 'ordinary resident'.

In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between the US and the UK, British citizens may not apply for US NAF positions; however, they may be eligible to apply for local national positions on base.

Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate instructional programs which meets the needs of the participating community.

Must have skills in effectively managing available/ applicable resources.

Must have experience in responsible clerical or office work of any kind which demonstrates the ability to perform satisfactorily at the grade level of the position. Must be able to multi-task.

Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Some knowledge of contract negotiation and processing highly desirable.

Must have working knowledge of computer systems and operating systems to include MS Office Software: Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Major Duties:

Responsible for managing Youth Programs instructional program. Provides the base community with variety of classes to choose from.

Class curriculum complements and/ or encourages participant's personal development through a variety of recreational activities/ programs such as education, career enhancement, character and leadership development, artistic ability, health and life skills, and sports and fitness.

Coordinates all necessary requirements for instructional classes i.e. facility availability, equipment, supplies and safety/ fire requirements.

Works closely with Marketing department to develop marketing plan to publicize classes and recruit students as well as instructors.

Responsible for creating attractive media advertisements (radio, magazine, flyers) to entice participation. Prepares and routes for approval person services contracts.

Monitor contracts to ensure instructors are in compliance with agreed terms. Initiates contract termination procedures for voided agreements.

Coordinates background checks on all prospective instructors before they are hired in accordance with DAFI 34-144. Works closely with instructors to maximize class participation.

Maintains class attendance records and submits monthly report of attendance to Youth Programs Director. Develops new programs/ events to effectively meet the needs of the base community.

Conducts surveys to gauge interest for new classes.

Works closely with the operations clerks to ensure payments, files and records are maintained and up to date with all required information as outlined in DAFI 34-144.

Understands, prepares and executes NAF financial budget. Performs other duties as assigned. Works under the supervision of the Youth Programs Director.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12934298