RECREATION AID
Company
Department of the Navy - Commander, Navy Installations Command
Location
Great Lakes, Illinois
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Summary
Incumbent performs a variety of duties in support of the Community Recreation Program that may include Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) special events, MWR information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, Library, Liberty, leisure skill classes and outdoor recreation or other similar MWR recreational services including grab-n-go, bowling and movies, fitness and sports.
Duties
General (includes but not limited to):
Performs assigned duties and provides necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information and support of recreation and fitness programs.
Provides information concerning facilities and operation.
Ensures adherence to regulations, safety and security procedures.
Assists in maintaining routine reports and/or performs clerical, custodial and/or general maintenance duties.
Performs numerous functions in support of recreation and fitness program delivery to include inventory control, equipment inspection, restocking, point of sale system operation and cash handling.
Operates a cash register, Point of Sale (POS) system, processes product or service transactions including equipment loan, rentals, resale, and program registration; receives payments and makes change.
Greets patrons in person, answers the telephone, takes messages, handles customer requests, makes referrals to the appropriate staff member.
Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.
Provides support for recreation event set up and break down.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Must pass all applicable records and background check.
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Must be able to obtain Emergency First Responder or CPR certification, Food Handlers and C.A.R.E training, where applicable within the first 90 days of employment.
Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)
Successful completion of a National Agency check is required upon employment.
Must be able to lift items up to 40 pounds, occasionally required to lift heavier items.
Work schedule is flexible and will vary as required by the needs of the program to include night, weekend, and holiday shifts as well as split days off.
Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate must possess:
Must be able to learn MWR policies, rules and regulations, involving the Community Recreation program.
Must have ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Basic reading comprehension in order to adhere to published rules, regulations, standard operating procedures, checklists, and other guides.
Basic custodial tasks, e.g. sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, dusting, etc.
Basic computer operations and keyboarding skills to include operation of point of sale systems as well as desktop computers.
Basic arithmetic calculations, i.e. addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Basic customer service delivery methods to identify customer needs, deliver expected service and/or resolve routine customer issues
Basic understanding of elements of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation department to answer customer questions and/or refer them to the appropriate activity.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Additional information
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
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.
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03/16/2026
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