Recreation Assistant (Outdoor Recreation)
Job Location:
Air Force Academy, CO - USA
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Job Summary
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Air Force Academy position does not include benefits.
- The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
- Must be able to lift items weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Issues rental equipment checks equipment for damage and instructs patrons on the proper use of the equipment.
- Prepares skis for rental to include mounting bindings waxing and sanding.
- Assists with maintenance repair and cleaning of all recreation equipment issued.
- Enters data into POS system for rental inventory issuing and receiving.
- Assists in selling ski lift tickets and all related outdoor rental equipment following required cash handling procedures and accountability.
- Assists with making reservations for the picnic areas and all rental equipment.
- Assists in ordering purchasing and receiving supplies and inventory items.
- Displays stock and inventory items so that they are easily accessible.
- Sends out customer confirmations and notifications as needed.
- May accompany or guide various recreational trips when necessary.
- Assists in planning and scheduling recreation programs and special events for the Outdoor Recreation Center.
- Drives vehicle to various sites. Performs other related duties as assigned.
- This is a developmental position having known promotion potential to the Recreation Assistant (OAP) NF-0189-III level (05388) upon completion of 6 months experience as Recreation Assistant (Outdoor Recreation) NF-0189-II the incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the higher pay band.
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- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a pre-employment physical.
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a pre-employment drug test.
- This position requires the incumbent to have a valid drivers license.
- This position requires the incumbent to provide a driving record from the state from which the incumbent has a valid drivers license.
- This position requires the incumbent to work an uncommon tour of duty such as daysnights and weekends.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicants eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date 10/23/2026
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:
- Applicant must have worked experience or knowledge of the recreational activities and equipment rules and procedures as related to the particular activity in which they are assigned.
- Knowledge in clerical duties.
- Experience making reservations is required.
- Applicant must have good organizational skills.
- Applicant must have the ability to interpret and apply rules regulations and policies.
- The incumbent is subject to a random testing for drug use.
- Binding certification is preferred.
- Must be able to lift items weighing up to 40 pounds.
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
- Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installations decision on the 3-year residency requirement.
- Male applicants born after December 31 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Direct deposit is required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- A probationary period may be required.
- Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Governments interest.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
- Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
- This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
- This position is not included in a bargaining unit.
- Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
