Recreation Aid

Commander, Navy Installations Command • Pensacola, FL

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About The Position

This position is assigned to the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department at Bayou Grande Marina. The Recreation Aid performs a variety of duties supporting MWR special events and information and resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, leisure skill classes, and outdoor recreation and other recreational services, including bowling, movies, fitness, and sports.

The position provides information about facilities and their operation and supports recreation program delivery through inventory control, equipment inspection, restocking, point-of-sale operation, cash handling, customer service, and event setup and breakdown. The employee must follow applicable regulations, safety and security procedures, and NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements. Work may include routine reporting, clerical duties, custodial tasks, general maintenance, prolonged standing and walking, and lifting items.

Requirements

• Meet federal employment suitability requirements and successfully complete a background investigation, including required fingerprinting and inquiry forms.
• Successfully pass employment verification through E-Verify and resolve any discrepancies as a condition of employment.
• Complete the Personal Identity Verification process using two forms of identification from Form I-9; a REAL ID or passport is required for access to government facilities as of May 7, 2025.
• Possess a valid state driver's license to operate motor vehicles.
• Participate in direct deposit of salary.
• Meet Selective Service registration requirements if applicable to males born after December 31, 1959.
• Be able to learn MWR policies, rules, and regulations relating to the community recreation program.
• Communicate orally and in writing.
• Complete a national agency check upon employment.
• Have basic reading comprehension to follow published rules, regulations, standard operating procedures, checklists, and other guides.
• Perform basic custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, and dusting.
• Have basic computer operations and keyboarding skills, including point-of-sale systems and desktop computers.
• Perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Understand basic customer service methods to identify customer needs, deliver expected service, and resolve routine customer issues.
• Have a basic understanding of MWR department activities to answer customer questions or refer them to the appropriate activity.
• Meet the physical demands of sitting, walking, standing for extended periods, bending, and lifting moderately heavy items up to 40 pounds without assistance; occasionally lift heavier items with assistance.
• Submit a resume that clearly documents relevant duties, responsibilities, experience, and hours worked; complete and submit the occupational questionnaire, with resume support for questionnaire answers.
• For non-government work listed on the resume, provide complete addresses and dates of employment; for government work, provide pay plan, series, grade, agency address, and dates.
• A Social Security Card is required.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• May be required to complete a probationary period.
• For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, may be required to obtain and maintain a government-issued travel card.
• This is a non-critical, sensitive position requiring access to an IT II system and/or personally identifiable information; an Access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) via SF 86 is required.
• Submit an OGE-450 Financial Disclosure Statement upon entering the position and annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide information concerning facilities and their operation.
• Ensure adherence to regulations and safety and security procedures.
• Assist with routine reports and perform clerical, custodial, and/or general maintenance duties.
• Support recreation program delivery through inventory control, equipment inspection, and restocking.
• Operate a cash register and point-of-sale system; process transactions for products and services, including equipment loans and rentals, resale, and program registration; receive payments and make change.
• Greet patrons in person, answer telephone calls, take messages, handle customer requests, and refer patrons to appropriate staff.
• Follow NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.
• Assist with setup and breakdown for recreation events.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed