ARTS AND CRAFTS CENTER MANAGER Job in Columbus AFB, MS

Vacancy No. 25AUG8GBARNUMT965365 Department Air Education and Training Command
Salary $25.01 to $58.94 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/25/2025 Close Date 9/8/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Columbus AFB, MS


Summary


About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the . Arts and Crafts on Columbus AFB, Columbus, Mississippi.
This position is considered Regular Full-Time (RFT). You are guaranteed 35 hours but has the potential to work up to 40 hours/week. You may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays. As a RFT employee, you are eligible to earn annual/sick leave and sign up for benefits, to include Health/Dental and Life Insurance, 401k and NAF Retirement.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

  • Responsible for the daily operation of the 14th FSS Arts and Crafts Center to ensure economic and efficient operations. Oversees Arts and Crafts and Auto Hobby. The Arts and Crafts program consists of engraving, ceramics, woodworking, and other related programs. Auto Hobby provides self-help options to customers for their car care.
  • Plans, schedules and implements arts and crafts classes and events. Creates event schedules, observes work in progress and monitors production. May be required to teach various classes as needed. Coordinates the details of recurring and non-recurring activities and special events including, but not limited to, Artists/Craftsman and photography contests, displays and demonstrations to utilize maximum use of the facility, services and resources.
  • Adjusts for seasonal requirements and monitors changing trends of the market in all areas. Adheres to resource control and procedures and funds handling guidelines. Ensures materials and resources are available and customer satisfaction is being met.
  • Determines type and quantity of expendable and non-expendable materials, equipment and supplies required for engraving, framing, pottery and retail shop. Prepares budget, analyzes financial results, and maintains solid financial condition of the center.
  • Prepares and distributes publicity for the Arts and Crafts Center. Maintains security of the facility. Monitors self-directed programs and functions within the facility for safety. Monitors safety and cleanliness standards, including proper hazardous materials/waste collection, storage, and disposal. Ensures personnel are trained and able to promote safety to all customers and patrons using hazardous equipment.
  • Selects employees for vacant positions, hears and resolves grievances and complaints, implements training plans, develops work schedules, manages the SETS timekeeping system, and applies EO principles and requirements to all personnel management and decisions. Appraises performance within established guidelines and timeframes.


If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12790026

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.

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, 09/08/2025

Business Based Action, 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 supervisory management experience in a similar type industry with incumbent demonstrated knowledge skill in applying and adapting cultural, educational and/or recreational activities in arts and crafts. Experience must have also included financial duties such as reviewing financials statements, budgeting and monitoring expenses for a like operation. Must have the ability to demonstrate methods and techniques and instruct classes in one or more skill area such as painting, pottery, stained glass, framing woodworking or engraving. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently. Must have demonstrated skills in computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint or like spreadsheet, Word and presentation programs. May work an uncommon tour of duty that includes weekends, evenings, and some holidays. Prolonged standing is involved, as well as working around industrial equipment, such as vehicle lifts. Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds. Subject to satisfactory completion of a pre-employment physical. Subject to satisfactory completion of a Tier 1 background investigation.

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.

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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required Documents

Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

  • Resume


Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Diploma/ GED
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript


As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/08/2025 to receive consideration.

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Agency contact information

Columbus NAF HR Office
Address
Columbus Community Services Flight
14 FSS/FSCN
495 Harpe Blvd., Ste 195
Columbus AFB, MS 39710-6010
US

Next steps

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