BOWLING CENTER ASSISTANT Job in Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan

Vacancy No. FFR24-0476 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $19.50 to $23.96 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/28/2024 Close Date 12/31/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan


Summary

This position is located in the Bowling Center, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, U.S. Commander Fleet Activities, Yokosuka, Japan. The Bowling Center provides recreation and food and beverage services. The incumbent assists the Bowling Center Manager in the day-to-day operations of the Bowling Center.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Who May Apply: Applicants residing within the Kanto region to include Seeking SOFA Applicants (including those with current Military Spouse Preference, Family Member Preference, and current Federal employees).

Duties

  • Manages lane reservations for leagues, tournaments and other parties, children birthday parties and special events, including single sailors, to the maximum benefit of the entire customer base.
  • Plans, proposes and coordinates tournaments and other special events.
  • Maintains computerized files for payroll, personal locker usage, customer attendance, and material orders and transfers.
  • Conducts inventories and periodic inventory checks for all Bowling Center operations including bowling, pro shop and snack bar per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) in order to prevent pilferage.
  • Issues and collects fees for personal lockers to clientele and maintains secure records of combinations.
  • Prepares correspondence for approval by Bowling Center Manager.
  • Conducts cash handling controls per SOP including paperwork for ship discounts.
  • Performs surprise cash counts of change funds.
  • Performs all special requirements for bowling leagues, per United States Bowling Congress instructions.
  • Provides technical assistance to other MWR facilities on a requested basis.
  • Supervises the Center in the absence of the Bowling Center Manager.
  • Conducts employee work unit indoctrination, on the job training and arranges for more formal training for all Bowling Center staff in the absence of the Bowling Center Manager.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be able to work varied work schedules to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • This position is not eligible for telework.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of administrative methods and practices involved in the operation of a bowling, pro shop, and snack bar operation.
  • Ability to perform control functions to account for inventory and cash receipts.
  • Knowledge of reservation practices for special events and management thereof.
  • Knowledge of and experience in customer service and satisfaction practices.
  • Ability to handle patron complaints and actively interact with patrons regarding their suggestions, comments, concerns and compliments.
  • Ability to use basic computer software.
  • Knowledge of bowling equipment, galley equipment and basic office equipment.
  • Ability to quickly learn a specific integrated computerized cash register/lane operation system.
  • Ability to deal effectively with the general public.
  • Ability to lead.

Education

When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses, which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter, and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package.

Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States.
Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency, which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards.
To receive consideration for a non-related degree or eligibility based on a combination of education AND experience, a college transcript is required.
All transcripts MUST show student's name and the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study.

*If your degree has not been awarded/conferred, you must provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent along with transcript(s).
Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience.
For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html

Additional information

  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • All candidates must reside within the commuting area.
  • Recruitment/Relocation Incentives Offered: No

Benefits

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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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:

  • One year specialized experience at the GS-6 level.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:
  • Specialized experience in a bowling center, at the next lower grade level.
  • Knowledge of bowling center equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
  • Knowledge of food service operation policies, procedures, and regulations, including food safety, sanitation, and costing.
  • Miscellaneous skills (Microsoft, Certification, etc.)

Required Documents

  • Resume or NAF Application Form
  • Proof of SOFA Status. Acceptable supporting documents include:
    • PCS Orders (Applicants' name must be listed as approved dependent) (Military)
    • Family Entry Approval/Dependent Entry Approval (Military)
    • Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian)
  • Proof of Education (if required under "Qualifications Required") such as high school diploma/GED, clinical licensure, awarded/conferred academic degree transcript(s) and/or *related coursework transcript(s) relevant to the position
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference, a legible copy of DD-214 (page 4).
  • If you are a current Federal employee, please submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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 12/31/2024 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12416660

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNRJ NAF Human Resources

Address

Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka
CNRJ NAF HRO (N941)
PSC 473 Box 12
FPO, AP 96349-0001
US
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Next steps

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