Bowling Operations Assistant Job in Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan

Vacancy No. FFR24-0920 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $17.25 to $17.25 Grade 2 to 2
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/10/2024 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 Food and Beverage Division, Bowling Center, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan. The Bowling Center provides recreation and food and beverage services. The incumbent performs a wide variety of work assignments during various shifts in support of facility operations.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

  • Assists the Bowling Center Manager in the daily operations of the Bowling Center.
  • Provides necessary assistance and supplies to employees and resolve minor problems and complaints of the employees.
  • Ensures activities take place as planned with proper equipment, personnel, food and beverages. Incumbent is required to be familiar with scheduled activities.
  • Resolves emergent issues and refers difficult situations to the supervisor
  • Reports patron incidents such as rule violations to the Bowling Manager or appropriate Manager including name, rate, duty station and witnesses.
  • Documents routine and significant occurrences.
  • Circulates among patrons as necessary to assure satisfactory services.
  • Explains and enforces policies, procedures and regulations.
  • In emergency situations, incumbent shall personally notify the Manager immediately.
  • Ensures that CFAY and Department of the Navy rules and regulations governing the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages are strictly enforced.
  • Makes recommendations to the Manager regarding the work performance of shift employees.
  • Prior to closing of the facility, completes fire safety checks and that unnecessary electrical equipment are unplugged.
  • Secures all doors and windows, check all locks on the bar storerooms, cashier's office, etc.
  • Ensures that all keys are properly secured, safes are locked, and upon securing the club, ensures that the entrance keys are locked in the box provided or turned-in to the security office.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must successfully pass a background investigation at the T1 level (National Agency Check with Inquiries).
  • Must be able to work varied work schedules to include holidays, weekends, and evenings.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete the Food Handler’s Course.
  • Incumbent will be non-competitively promoted to Bowling Operations Assistant, NF-03 upon successful completion of time in service and training requirement.

Qualifications

  • Incumbent must have at least one year of general experience, preferably related to the position.
  • Incumbent shall be thoroughly familiar and comply with applicable facility operations policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Must be courteous and possess a sharp, people-oriented personality to include tact and diplomacy in dealing and communicating with customers and other fellow-workers.
  • Ability to lead.
  • Must have knowledge of computers, basic arithmetic and cash handling procedures.
  • Must be able to stand and walk for long periods and must be able to work day, evening and weekend shifts, including holidays.
  • Must be able to communicate with all levels of personnel.
  • Must be familiar with alcohol serving policies in effect.
  • Incumbent must present a neat, well-groomed, professional appearance at all times and must work harmoniously with co-workers and members of the MWR Department.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a U.S. Government Vehicle Driver's License.

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

  • Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.
  • The Department of the Navy (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 MWR_Recruitment@fe.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required
  • Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.
  • 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:

  • 1 year general experience or
  • 2 years above high school education
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:
  • Specialized experience in a bowling center, at the next lower grade level.
  • Experience which demonstrates knowledge of bowling center equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
  • Experience which demonstrates knowledge of food service operation policies, procedures, and regulations, including food safety, sanitation, and costing.
  • Miscellaneous Skills

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume or NAF Application Form
  • Proof of SOFA Status (if applicable). 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)
  • If you are a current Federal employee, please submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
Note: Applications missing any required document will not be eligible for consideration.

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/12553863

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

Please ensure that your resume and supporting documents contains all the information requested in the vacancy announcement. If your resume and supporting documents do not provide all the information requested on this form and in the job vacancy announcement, you may lose consideration for the job.

All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement cut-off date. Please note that if you provide an inaccurate email address or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate.


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