Recreation Assistant (Skills and Development)

Air Education and Training Command • Altus AFB, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position is assigned to the Altus Air Force Base Freedom Community Center and supports its Arts & Crafts program. The Recreation Assistant operates craft and production equipment and helps service members and families complete creative projects. The position also provides customer service, supports shop users with craft knowledge and work procedures, and assists with demonstrations under supervisor guidance. The role may involve an uncommon work schedule, including weekends, and requires continuous standing, walking, and stooping.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, spell, and perform basic math and measurements.
• Must have basic working knowledge of computer operations.
• Must have a clear speaking voice and be able to deal with the public.
• Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
• Must complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• Must complete a National Agency Check for email and internet access.
• Must be physically able to lift and carry items up to and including 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work an uncommon schedule, which may include weekends.
• The work involves exposure to metal and wood splinters, adhesives, paint fumes, cuts, burns, and bruises.
• Applicants must fully meet qualification, eligibility, and background requirements for the position.
• Applicants must provide a REAL ID or a combination of authorized source identity documents to facilitate installation access.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct deposit is required, and an employment verification (E-Verify) check must be completed satisfactorily.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with fabric crafts, calligraphy and/or lettering machines, engraving, glass crafts, and mat cutting is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist assigned personnel in all areas of the Arts & Crafts Program.
• Operate equipment including computerized laser engravers, computerized embroidery machines, copiers, lettering machines, heat presses, air brushes, mat cutters, choppers, and power tools.
• Operate the cash register, collect money, make change, issue receipts, close out the register at the end of each shift, complete required paperwork, and submit it to the supervisor.
• Assist customers in placing special orders.
• Maintain security of assigned merchandise, equipment, and funds.
• Provide customer service, answer the telephone, and assist shop users with craft knowledge development and work procedures.
• With guidance from the supervisor, provide demonstrations and guidance on crafts.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work area.
• Perform other related duties and assist the facility supervisor as requested.

What This Job Offers

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