Recreation Assistant (Arts & Crafts)

Pacific Air Forces•Fort Richardson, AK
•Onsite

About The Position

This position is Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Arts and Crafts Center on JBER, AK. Regular Part-Time employees have a regular and continuous work schedule of at least 20 hours per week to a maximum of 34 hours per week. You are eligible for the following benefits and compensation: Health and Life Insurance, Awards, Leave, Retirement, 401K, Overtime Pay, Workers' Compensation, Shift Differential, Sunday Premium Pay and Holiday Pay.

Requirements

  • The incumbent must complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
  • This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
  • 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.
  • Experience in program development in an Arts & Crafts environment is desired.
  • A working knowledge of classes typically taught in an Arts & Crafts center, i.e. pottery, fabric crafts, drawing, ceramics, jewelry, painting, engraving, framing and/or glass crafts is required.
  • Must be able to read, write, spell and figure basic math and measurements.
  • Must have a clear speaking voice and be able to deal with the public.
  • May work uncommon work schedule, including weekends.
  • Requires continuous standing, walking, and stooping.
  • Subject to metal and wood splinters, adhesives, paint fumes, cuts, burns, and bruises.
  • Must be physically able to lift and carry items up to and including 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete a Tier 1 Investigation.
  • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • 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.
  • Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in program development in an Arts & Crafts environment is desired.

Responsibilities

  • Assists assigned personnel in all areas of the Arts and Crafts.
  • Operates a variety of equipment in assigned area, to include computerized engravers, copiers, lettering machines, heat presses, laminators, saws, kilns, mat cutters, choppers and hand power tools.
  • Responsible for operating the cash register, collects money, makes change and issues receipts.
  • At the end of each shift closes out the cash register, completes required paperwork and submits entire package to supervisor.
  • Assists customers in placing orders.
  • Maintains security of all merchandise, equipment and funds assigned.
  • Provides customer service, answers telephone and assists shop users with craft skill development and work procedures.
  • With guidance from the supervisor, provides demonstrations and guidance on crafts in a class environment.
  • Creates a calendar of classes to be taught through the year.
  • Assists Director in submitting JBERLife! marketing tickets.
  • Maintains clean, neat and safe work area.
  • Performs other related duties and assists facility supervisor as requested.

Benefits

  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Awards
  • Leave
  • Retirement
  • 401K
  • Overtime Pay
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Shift Differential
  • Sunday Premium Pay
  • Holiday Pay
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