Recreation Assistant (Liberty)

Department of the Navy

Commander, Navy Installations Command

CNRJ - Commander Fleet Activities Sasebo N922

Summary

This position is located in the Single Sailor/Liberty Program of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) department. The purpose of this position is to provide assistance in operation of the Liberty Center.

This job is open to

Military spouses

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

Family of overseas employees

Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.

Clarification from the agency

Who May Apply: Applicants with SOFA Sponsorship only. This includes applicants with current Military Spouse Preference, Family member preference, and Federal employees within a 50-mile radius.

Duties

The incumbent is responsible for the day to day operations of the Single Sailor Center.
Greets and welcomes patrons in a friendly and courteous manner.
Provides a casual and warm atmosphere.
Enforces Center operating policies and procedures and ensures that all customers adhere to such policies and procedures.
Places orders for supplies, material requests, marketing requests, and work requests.
Promotes harmony with and between patrons of the facility, following prescribed customer relations techniques.
Discusses patron problems and complaints and attempts to resolve them satisfactory.
Maintains the Message Board and ensures that it is updated regularly. Keeps abreast of all MWR events and other recreational programs.
Acts as a receptionist for the staff receiving visitors and telephone calls, personally answering questions regarding tour and event material, and referring other questions to cognizant activity personnel.
Coordinates patron requests for reservations of tours and special events.
Answers patrons' questions by phone and inquiries on site.
Receives and distributes correspondence, reports and other incoming mail, routing it to the correct organizational segment.
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Conditions of employment

The work requires handling light materials and equipment used for various classes' activities and events.
Incumbent must be able to work varied work schedules to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Occasionally carry, push, or pick up objects weighing up to 45 lbs.

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:

Must have 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience OR 2 years of education above high school
Incumbent must have a working knowledge of the Single Sailor/Liberty Program Operation or experience providing recreational activities for young adults.
Must be able to handle money accurately.
Ability to operate a cash register and personal computer. Incumbent must have basic accounting knowledge.
Must possess good customer service skills.
Ability to communicate with customers by phone and in person.

Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks.
Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.
Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required.
Non-US Citizen or Non-US Bona Fide Resident Alien (Non-Green Card Holder) applicants who are SOFA sponsored must provide a completed police record check with at least seven (7) years of history from the embassy/consulate of their country of citizenship upon receipt of a formal job offer.
Foreign national applicants in positions that require contact with children in any program must have officially entered the United States and started the immigration process in order to be eligible for employment with that activity.
Employees (and their family members) who require medical or dental care in Japan may experience severe limitations accessing medical care both on the military installation and the local economy, and also could incur costly medical expenses. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.

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.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal 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.

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.

Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:

6 months general experience and 6 months specialized experience

2 years of education above high school

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:

Experience in cash handling and operating cash register
Experience with personal computers and basic software (word processing, spreadsheets, emails/internet, etc.
Experience in ordering supplies, material requests, marketing requests, and work requests
Familiarity with basic concepts of recreational programs and activities.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.
If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation.
Proof of SOFA sponsorship: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian)
If claiming Military Spouse or Family Member Preference: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) AND a copy of marriage certificate
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.
Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) if claiming education consideration

Note: Applications missing any required document(s) 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. When building or uploading your resume, please note there is a two-page limit. The system will restrict any attempts to submit a longer document.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/03/2026 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/12992948

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

Phone: 81-468-16-5446
Email: FFR_NAFRecruitment@us.navy.mil

Address: Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo
CNRJ NAF HRO (N941)
PSC 473 Box 12
FPO, AP 96349-0001
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Recreation Assistant (Liberty) Job in Sasebo, Japan