Recreation Assistant (Community Recreation)

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Everett, WA

About The Position

The Recreation Assistant supports the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Community Recreation and Deployed Support Branch at Naval Station Everett. The role provides customer service and operational support for recreation facilities, programs, equipment, events, and related sales. The position serves military members, their families, retired military members, and civilian employees.

Requirements

Practical work experience that includes direct customer service and handling cash using a point-of-sale system.
Must have and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must pass applicable records and background checks.
Must have or obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
Must have or obtain and maintain Food Handler certification within 90 days of hire where food is prepared.
Must have or obtain and maintain alcohol safety training within 90 days of hire where alcohol is served.
Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques, and procedures for organizing, planning, and conducting leisure-time activities.
Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission, Community Recreation activities, and their suitability for different individuals, groups, ages, and interests.
Knowledge of MWR policies, rules, and regulations related to the assigned work area.
Knowledge of cash-handling procedures and basic arithmetic for computing charges, giving accurate change, and preparing reports.
Skill using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and other software related to fitness, sports, and aquatics programming.
Skill in planning and carrying out an enhanced recreation specialty program that meets the needs of the participating community.
Customer-service skills gained through prior experience and training.
Ability to use point-of-sale systems and independently carry out day-to-day recreation operations.
Ability to organize, plan, and administer special events and entertainment activities.
Ability to maintain records and compile and organize data for reports.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Provide patrons with information about activities and program offerings, and verify eligibility to use recreation facilities, resources, and equipment.
Check recreation equipment and resources in and out, inspect returned items, report damage or loss, and maintain inventory accountability.
Order and restock supplies.
Prepare and sell snack bar menu items and pre-packaged retail items.
Use a point-of-sale system to collect fees for tickets, retail and rental items, classes, trips, and other Community Recreation programs; verify and report daily sales transactions at the end of the shift.
Assist with planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing, and delivering MWR programs, workshops, clinics, and special events, including local outdoor recreation activities.
Support event setup and breakdown.
Perform administrative duties using software to track inventories, patron usage and comments, and program metrics; help update electronic and multimedia support tools as needed.
Promote MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities and promote E-reading and other resources available through the MWR Library Program.
Follow NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.
Initiate and follow up on maintenance trouble calls to resolve equipment or facility issues.
Perform other duties as assigned that pertain to the position.