Recreation Aid (Gear Issue) Job in Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan

Vacancy No. FFR24-0640 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $15.00 to $15.00 Grade 1 to 1
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/3/2024 Close Date 12/31/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan


Summary

Incumbent performs a variety of duties in support of the Recreation Program that may include MWR special events, information/resources, command events, rental equipment, resale tickets, Library, Liberty, leisure skill classes and outdoor recreation, fitness and sports. This position is specifically under Athletics located at the CFAY Gyms.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

  • Performs assigned duties and provides necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information and support of recreation and fitness programs.
  • Provides information concerning facilities and operation.
  • Ensures adherence to regulations, safety and security procedures.
  • Assists in maintaining routine reports and/or performs clerical, custodial and/or general maintenance duties.
  • Performs numerous functions in support of recreation and fitness program delivery to include inventory control, equipment inspection, restocking, point of sale system operation and cash handling.
  • Operates a cash register, Point of Sale (POS) system, processes product or service transactions including equipment loan, rentals, resale, and program registration; receives payments and makes change.
  • Greets patrons in person, answers the telephone, takes messages, handles customer requests, makes referrals to the appropriate staff member.
  • Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.
  • Provides support for recreation event set up and break down.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be able to provide proof to be able to work in the United States.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Written Inquires (NACI), upon hiring and renew every 5 years and/or a Childcare National Agency Check with Inquires when there is regular contact with children under the age of 18.
  • Incumbent must be able to work varied work schedules to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the following certification within 90 days of hire: Emergency First Responder or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Food Handlers, C.A.R.E (Controlling Alcohol Risks Effectively) and SOFA Driver's License.

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 possesses the following:
  • A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
  • Knowledge of the MWR department in order to answer customer questions and/or refer customers to the appropriate activity.
  • Skilled in keyboarding to include operation of point-of-sale systems as well as desktop computers.
  • Ability to perform basic computer operations.
  • Ability to read and comprehend in order to adhere to published rules, regulations, standard operating procedures, checklists, and other guides.
  • Ability to perform basic custodial tasks (e.g., sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, dusting, etc.).
  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
  • Ability to identify customer needs, deliver expected service and/or resolve routine customer issues.\
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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.
  • 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

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:

  • Current SOFA sponsorship
  • 0 - 3 months general experience and/or high school graduate or equivalent
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 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 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/12535873

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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