RECREATION SPECIALIST
Company
Department of the Air Force - United States Space Force
Location
Patrick AFB, Florida
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Summary
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Marina.
This position includes the opportunity to enroll in Health and Life Insurance, 401K and Retirement, Annual and Sick Leave.
Scheduled hours will be 20-34 per week.
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Duties
Applicants will be reviewed and referred on the following dates: Apr 16, 2026, Apr 27, 2026, and closing on May 6, 2026. Announcement will close once position is filled
The purpose of the position is to assist the Marina Manager in the development of strategies that enhance and expand Marina and Tides Club membership and ensures the efficient operation of the Marina and Tides. Plans and organizes membership drives. Works with FSS Marketing on campaigns and publicity to promote patronage and membership at the Marina/Tides. Performs various customer service, administrative services. Within established policies and objectives, Coordinates and conducts a variety of recreation programs in support of a large program. Provides operational oversight of the Marina and Tides. Implements higher-level directives, selects activities and services to be offered in addition to required basic programs. Schedules, publicizes and promotes various programs/clinics & other activities. Ensures compliance with all state and local agencies regulatory requirements. Analyzes all related costs and calculates prices. Accounts for all funds involved in the program and makes recommendations to maintain a solid financial condition of activities. Develops and implements procedures to monitor, track and document program effectiveness and success. Utilizes various software programs in researching networking, exchanging information and establishing historical files of adventure program. Resolves customer issues and complaints. Monitors and tracks customer feedback to evaluate and then ensure quality service and client satisfaction. Establishes, reviews, and evaluates purchase of supplies, equipment and resale merchandise. Assists manager with assigning, directing and reviewing the work of assigned employees and volunteers. Recruits, mentors, organizes, plans, and provides direction to volunteers. May assist manager with assigning work to subordinates based on priorities, the difficulty of the work to be performed, and the capabilities of employees. In the absent of the Marina Manager may be required to prepare employee work schedules and reviews leave slips. May be required to assist other Community Services facilities in programing. Performs other duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12930017
Requirements
Conditions of employment
This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
The work requires physical exertion, and the incumbent must be able to bend, stoop, and lift items weighing up to 40 lbs
A valid driver's license is required.
Must be able to maintain ServSafe certification.
This is a drug testing designated position. This incumbent is subject to random drug testing for drug use
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, 05/06/2026
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 experience which provided a working familiarity with the routines and procedures followed in group activities or programs. Must have experience working in a membership industry & have functional experience & mastery of customer service within a membership based business. Experience and familiarity with Microsoft Office software programs to include Work, Excel and Power Point, are highly desirable. Must have the ability to build teams & work with others. Must have experience demonstrated ability in basic book-keeping fundamentals & cashier operations.
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.
This position is included in a bargaining unit.
Union Name AFGE and Local or Chapter Number 2568.
Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.
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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
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04/07/2026
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