MWR Recreation Assistant (Sports & Fitness) Job in China Lake, CA

Vacancy No. 26-12876493 Department Commander, Navy Installations Command
Salary $19.80 to $19.80 Grade 2 to 2
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Part-time
Open Date 1/29/2026 Close Date 2/5/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
China Lake, CA


Summary

Incumbent works in the Commander, Navy Region, Southwest (NRSW) Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Program under the general supervision of the Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Fitness Manager).

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

Clarification from the agency

Open to all sources

Duties

  • Checks I.D. cards to ensure only authorized personnel utilize the equipment and facility. Issues membership (facility use) cards to authorized personnel.
  • Provides general information about the facility. Settles disputes between individuals and groups regarding the use of the facility. Ensures patrons are following established policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for issuing fitness/gym equipment and towels to patrons. Accepts return of equipment; returns to proper storage or clean and launders as appropriate. Notifies supervisor of any equipment not returned and/or damaged.
  • Provides assistance for the sale of resale items. Operates cash register, receives payments and prepares deposits according to established cash handling procedures. Prepares Daily Activity Records (DAR) for all cash transactions.
  • Inspects area for general condition, safety hazards or for routine maintenance needs and reports findings to supervisor. Inventories equipment and resale items as required. Maintains appropriate records and reports. Reports any loss or damage to supervisor.
  • Opens or and/or closes the facility according to established procedures.
  • Performs general housekeeping tasks to insure proper standards of appearance, cleanliness and safety of assigned spaces, including but not limited to mopping, sweeping, cleaning of locker rooms, workout areas, gym floors and doing laundry.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, without a fixed schedule. Administrative work is performed in a normal office setting.
  • Open availability required to include opening, mid-shift, closing, weekends and holidays.
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the following certification within 30 days of hire: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certification.
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the following certifications within 90 days of hire: Automated External Defibrillator Certification; Blood-borne Pathogen Certification; Navy Basic Fitness Certification.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate must possess:
Knowledge of MWR policies, rules, and regulations involving the work area.
Knowledge of basic arithmetic to compute charges, disperse change accurately, and prepare reports. Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
Knowledge of basic fitness, aquatics and sports principles.
Knowledge of safe use and operation of fitness equipment, facility operations, and basic fitness equipment maintenance/repair.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and others as they relate to fitness, sports and aquatics programming.
Skill and ability to provide fitness, aquatics and sports training or orientation.
Ability to competently and independently carry out day to day recreation operations.
Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

N/A

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693

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.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume
  • Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.

About Your Resume

  • Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count. Click this link for more tips: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.
  • Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.

How to Apply

Applications are not accepted in person or via email. Applicants must apply online.

Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply.

Reminder
: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details.

Agency contact information

Lisa Garcia
Email
lisa.m.garcia1.naf@us.navy.mil
Address
NAWS China Lake
Bldg 00021 Blandy Ave
China Lake, CA 93555
US

Next steps

Applicants who do not meet the above requirements or submit all required forms may not be considered.