Recreation Assistant

Summary About the position: This position will be assigned to the Arts & Crafts Center at Nellis AFB. Flexible employees have no guaranteed hours. This position does not offer benefits. Must be able to lift/ carry items up to 50 pounds. Requires continuous standing/ walking/ stooping. Subject to metal/ wood splinters, adhesives, paint fumes, cuts, burns, and bruises. Will be required to obtain Lift Certification to assist at the Auto Hobby Shop. Uncommon work schedule, including weekends. Learn more about this agency Duties Assists assigned personnel in all areas of the Skills Development Program, Arts and Crafts Center, and may assist as a backup to the personnel at the Auto Hobby Shop. Operates a variety of equipment in assigned areas, to include computerized engravers, copiers, lettering machines, heat presses, air brushes, pouring tables, kilns, mat cutters or mat cutting machine, choppers, engravers, embroiderer, sublimation, heat presses, metal cutter, printer/copier and industrial/hand power tools. Responsible for operating the cash register, collects money, makes change and issues receipts. At the end of each shift, closes out the cash register, completes required paperwork and submits entire package to supervisor. Assists customers in placing special orders. Maintains security of all merchandise, equipment and funds assigned. Provides customer service, answers telephone and assists shop users with craft skill development and work procedures. With guidance from the supervisor, provides demonstrations and guidance on crafts. Maintains clean, neat and safe work area. May assist supervisor if needed with daily deposits, paperwork, inventory/purchasing input, inventory reports, and other routine correspondence as requested. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12927598 Requirements Conditions of employment This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. This position has physical requirements which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical. This position may require the incumbent to work an uncommon work schedule, to include weekends. To be considered for this position, the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal U.S. Resident for a minimum of 3 years and must reside in/around the area as noted in the Job Opportunity Announcement. 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, 04/10/2026 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: Experience with one of the following sections: embroidery, sublimation, ceramic molding and painting, painting with other media, fabric crafts, calligraphy and or lettering machines, engraving, laser engraving, glass crafts and mat cutting required. Experience in graphic design software, especially Corel Draw is highly desirable. Ability to read, write, spell and figure basic math and measurements. Possess clear speaking voice and be able to deal with the public. 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. Additional information 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. Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. This includes providing any supporting documents needed for verification. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire. This position requires the incumbent to be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. 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 Name 1199. 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. 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 Review our benefits