Recreation Specialist (Community Activities)

Pacific Air Forces • Eielson AFB, AK

7d

About The Position

The Recreation Specialist plans and administers quality leisure and recreation programs and services for a community of Department of Defense active-duty and retired military members, eligible dependents, and civilian personnel. Within plans established by higher-level offices and refined by the supervisor, the specialist determines which leisure and recreation services to offer, including core program categories and additional activities suited to participant interests and needs and supported by available resources.

The specialist manages the leisure and recreation services and resources component of the community center program; coordinates recurring and special events, including cultural-theme programs, exhibits, talent shows, and activities conducted with nearby civilian communities; and seeks to maximize use of facilities and other resources. The role also solicits volunteers and paid service providers, such as instructors and entertainers, and develops program plans, budget requirements, and publicity strategies with supporting information for inclusion in the community center's overall leisure activities plan.

Requirements

• Meet the specialized experience requirement: at least one year of qualifying experience at the GS-05 level or higher (or equivalent), demonstrating the ability to apply principles of one or more recreation specialty areas; alternatively, qualify through the specified education or a combination of education and experience.
• Qualifying experience may include independently carrying out outdoor recreation projects or programs; applying recreation principles and techniques to community needs and the natural environment; understanding outdoor recreation activities and services and natural-resource management; and developing recreation programs that meet basic requirements and provide enhanced activities in harmony with the environment.
• Alternatively, have successfully completed one full academic year of graduate-level education in a related field, or have a related bachelor's degree and claim Superior Academic Achievement, or have an acceptable combination of specialized experience and education. Transcripts must be submitted when qualifying based on education.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable GS time-in-grade requirements; one year at GS-05 is required for GS-07 consideration when the TIG rule applies.
• Demonstrate general knowledge of morale, welfare, and recreation concepts; knowledge of community recreation administration, planning, and implementation; and knowledge of recreation and entertainment vendors, equipment, games, supplies, and related materials.
• Have the ability to organize and administer a variable volunteer and paid workforce; basic ability to operate office automation equipment; and oral and written communication skills.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• Pass required background checks for a position with regular contact with children, including DD Form 2981, Installation Records Check, FBI fingerprint, and Tier 1 State Criminal History Repository checks; required checks are subject to renewal and annual review as specified.
• Pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing as a Testing Designated Position.
• Possess an appropriate valid driver's license if required to drive a motor vehicle for the position.
• Submit evidence of foreign education equivalency if using foreign education to qualify.
• Clearly identify duties, responsibilities, and hours per week for part-time or unpaid experience claimed.

Responsibilities

• Plan leisure and recreation services based on overall plans, available resources, and participant interests and needs.
• Plan and administer the leisure and recreation services and resources segment of the community center program.
• Plan and coordinate recurring and special activities, including cultural-theme programs, exhibits, talent shows, and recreation activities conducted jointly with adjacent civilian communities.
• Promote maximum use of facilities, services, and other resources.
• Solicit volunteers and paid service providers, including instructors and entertainers, for activities requiring their assistance.
• Develop comprehensive program plans, budget requirements, and publicity strategies, with supporting data, for the leisure activities segment of the community center program.

Benefits

• Potential PCS relocation payment if authorized, under applicable regulations.
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.
• Eligible for a Cost-of-Living Allowance (COLA), subject to change without notice.
• Federal employee benefits package; specific benefit eligibility depends on employment type and other factors.
• Disabled veteran leave may be available to qualifying federal employees hired on or after November 5, 2016.

What This Job Offers

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