Recreation Specialist (Outdoor Activities)
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Summary ***Announcement amended to extend closing date*** About the position: This position will be assigned to the Scott AFB Outdoor Recreation.. This is a Regular Full Time Position 35-40 hours per week. Responsibilities Assists in the efficient and effective operation of a diverse and comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Program including, but not limited to biking, camping, canoeing, ice skating, kayaking, paintball, rock climbing, scuba diving, skiing, skydiving, snowboarding, swimming, white water rafting and overnight recreational trips. Promotes base resource and wildlife conservation through example and program education. Research, orders, and maintains all outdoor recreation equipment. Assists in the planning, organizing, promoting, and execution of outdoor recreation programs, maintaining outdoor recreation facilities and various recreational areas within established Air Force, command, and base policies and objectives. Provides support of the Outdoor Recreation facilities and associated programs which include a Fam Camp, picnic area, recreational vehicle storage lot, archery range, swimming pool, equipment rental and retail sales operation. Operates cash register as required. Maintains records on programs and equipment. Arranges for supplies, equipment, and services necessary to accomplish planned activities. Participates in programs and trains participants and volunteers. Accompanies participants on trips, as required. Operates passenger vans and buses to transport participants on trips and outings. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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, 12/06/2024 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: Breadth of experience, equivalent of NF-II level, that demonstrated ability to apply the principles of one or more specialty areas of recreation. Experience such as assisting in the planning and execution of an outdoor recreation programmer or responsibility for a large segment of such a program is considered qualifying. Skill or equivalent in planning, coordination, and organizing outdoor recreation program activities. Skill in or equivalent effective management of financial and physical resources and budget preparation. Must possess a practical knowledge and/or experience of recreational equipment, rules and procedures in the areas in which the position is assigned Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does 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. Additional Information 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. 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 Government's 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 included in a bargaining unit. Union Name: NAIL and Local or Chapter Number: Local 19.