Recreation Aid (Riding Stable)

Summary This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the JBSA Fort Sam Houston Equestrian Center located in San Antonio, TX. This is a flexible category position with no guaranteed hours, may work up to 40 hours per week. Scheduled as needed. Employee appointed to a flexible (intermittent)category position are not eligible for benefits. Learn more about this agency Duties Performs and/or assists other recreation assistants or specialist in the operation and maintenance of indoor and outdoor recreational facilities. Work alone or as a member of the work crew. Issues horses and/or mules to authorized patrons based on capabilities of riders. Assists in saddling and unsaddling horses before & after trail rides. Serves as the weekend trail guide. Feeds government and privately owned horses. As directed, conducts safety checks on equipment. Assist in maintaining the facility and equipment to include but not limited to stall cleaning. Duties will also include assisting in the front office, answering phone calls or taking payment for services provided. Also performs maintenance of grounds, weeding and mowing Equestrian Center grounds. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12929641 Requirements Conditions of employment This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. This position has a physical requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical. Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on weekends, holidays or special situations. This position requires the incumbent to have resided in the United States for 3 years and reside in the commuting area of the vacancy location. This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Must have a valid driver's license. Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/13/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have practical knowledge of equines such as handling, riding and tacking & be familiar with the use of Western/English tack. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's): You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: 1. Equine Knowledge. 2. Customer Service. 3. Ability to safeguard and handle cash and skill in the use of Point of Sale (POS) system. **NOTE: Those qualified applicants who meet both the minimum qualification requirement(s) and highly preferred criteria(s) will be considered best qualified for this position and will be referred to the selecting official(s) first for consideration. All other applicants will be referred as needed and requested by the selecting official(s). **Reminder to Applicants: Your experience has to be clearly identified in your resume in order to receive consideration. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position. (Format example: Employer name, position title, beginning and ending dates of employment, with summary of duties, etc.) Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. 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 or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.. 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. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.