Lead Recreation Assistant (Bingo)

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Naval Air Station Jacksonville, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Recreation Assistant (Bingo) is located at River Cove Community Center and supports the Bingo Operation within the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida. The position assists the Bingo Program Manager with operating and controlling the Bingo program in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines. It also provides technical and limited administrative supervision to Bingo Recreation Aides, supports staffing and program planning, and helps maintain the facility and equipment. Applicants may qualify through education, experience, or a combination of both. The position requires the ability to interact courteously with people from varied backgrounds and levels, follow basic verbal instructions, perform basic mathematics, maintain accurate records, and handle cash. The incumbent must be able to operate calculators, computerized Bingo equipment, and cash registers and maintain a neat, clean appearance. Required training and certifications include C.A.R.E. (Controlling Alcohol Risks Effectively), Emergency First Responder or CPR/First Aid, and Food Handler certification; these may be obtained within 90 days of appointment. This is a federal civilian position requiring suitability and background checks, E-Verify, identity verification, and direct deposit. A valid state driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles. The position is described as non-critical and sensitive, with access to an IT II system and/or personally identifiable information; an ANACI investigation and an OGE-450 financial disclosure are required. Salary depends on experience and/or education. No relocation payment is authorized.

Requirements

Meet federal employment suitability requirements and successfully complete a background investigation, including fingerprint identification and required inquiry forms.
Successfully pass E-Verify employment verification and resolve any discrepancies as a condition of employment.
Complete the Personal Identity Verification process using two forms of identification from Form I-9.
Hold a valid state driver's license to operate motor vehicles.
Receive salary by direct deposit/electronic funds transfer.
Meet Selective Service registration requirements if male and born after December 31, 1959.
Obtain C.A.R.E. training, Emergency First Responder or CPR/First Aid certification, and current Food Handler certification, or obtain them within 90 days.
Interact courteously and tactfully with people from diverse backgrounds, military ranks, civilian levels, and management levels.
Understand and carry out basic verbal instructions.
Possess basic math skills for preparing records and reports, inventory accountability, computing charges, and making change accurately.
Maintain a neat, clean appearance.
Keep accurate records and have knowledge of cash handling.
Be familiar with and able to operate calculators, computerized Bingo equipment, and cash registers.
Qualify through at least 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience; or successful completion of 2 years of study including at least 12 semester hours in recreation-related courses; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Clearly document qualifying duties, responsibilities, dates, and hours per week in the resume; non-government positions must include complete addresses and dates, and government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, agency address, and dates.
Submit an occupational questionnaire and a resume that supports and validates the questionnaire answers.
Submit a Social Security Card.
Complete a probationary period if required.
Submit an ANACI background investigation via SF 86 and a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, upon entering the position and annually.
Obtain and maintain a government-issued travel card if required to travel more than twice per year.

Responsibilities

Assist in operating and controlling the Bingo program in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Assist with preparing the Bingo program budget.
Procure required merchandise, goods, and services and store them properly to prevent pilferage.
Inventory supplies.
Provide technical and limited administrative supervision to Bingo Recreation Aides.
Train and evaluate employees, counsel them, and recommend discipline.
Prepare work schedules to ensure adequate staffing for daily operations and special events.
Recommend new or different programs to the manager based on customer requests.
Set up and store Bingo equipment before and after Bingo sessions.
Ensure the facility is neat, clean, and well maintained.
Ensure compliance with fire, safety, and security regulations.
Maintain accurate records, handle cash, compute charges, and make change accurately.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, spouse and dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and a 401(k) savings plan.
Annual and sick leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Stability of Federal Civilian Service.
Quality of Work Life Balance.
Flexible scheduling based on mission needs and employee availability for flex employees.
Employee Assistance Program available 24/7/365 to employees and their families.
Access to Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities and programs, including golf courses, marinas, gyms and fitness centers, bowling centers, restaurants, pools, and base libraries.
Discounted tickets and travel options and outdoor recreation rentals.
Navy Exchange shopping privileges.
Access to professional development resources.
Medical benefits for flex employees scheduled and working an average of 30 hours per week.