Recreation Assistant (Outdoor Recreation) Job in Misawa AFB, Japan

Vacancy No. 25-9TFSWO008877 Department Pacific Air Forces
Salary $16.50 to $16.50 Grade 2 to 2
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/14/2025 Close Date 10/21/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Misawa AFB, Japan


Summary

About the position: The primary purpose of this positions is to perform as shift lead in the Resale and Rental operation for the Outdoor Recreation Center, 35th Force Support Squadron, Misawa AB Japan.

This is a Full-Time category position; Guaranteed 35 to 40 hours per week, depending on the needs of the facility.

Military Spouse Preference IS lost if selected for this position.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

  • Types of duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
    • Tests and trains other assistants, recreation aids, and patrons on a wide variety of equipment rental/loan items such as skis, snowboards, camping, kayaks, sup boards, canoes, scuba, fishing, and biking equipment.
    • Ensures proper check in/out of equipment and demonstrates safety and conservation techniques to staff and customers for campsites, and water sports area. Arranges equipment displays for best economic and seasonal advantages at all ODR areas (including equipment checkout, paint ball accessories, skeet and trap equipment, marina, RV program etc.); sets up and clears/removes debris from skeet and trap range, paint ball field and base beach.
    • Ensures proper safety procedures are followed at ODR locations regarding facilities, equipment rental and tools.
    • Assists ODR management with marketing tools to drive consumer awareness of ODR programs.
    • Answers staff/customer questions about items, locations, transportation, and other matters related to outdoor recreation activities.
    • Takes inventory of APF and NAF recreation supplies and equipment. Inspects indoor and/or outdoor recreation equipment for safety, security, and general conditions. Schedules campsites, cabins, facility rentals and other outdoor recreation equipment/areas for use; responsible for seeing that they are vacated or returned in good order.
    • Assists ODR management in implementing training program.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned. Must be able to work an uncommon tour of duty to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

*This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. *

NOTICE: This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968 because the duties require the incumbent to issue firearms and/or ammunition. An individual convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. Candidates selected for this position will be required to certify they have not been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence prior to assuming the duties of this position. False or fraudulent information provided by candidates is criminally punishable by fine or imprisonment (Title 18, U.S.C., § 1001) and will result in removal from federal service.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12816052

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • Must be able to work uncommon tour of duty (evenings, weekends, and holidays).
  • Must satisfactory complete pre-employment physical.
  • Must possess a valid 4EJ driver's license.
  • Must satisfactory complete pre-employment drug test.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 10/21/2025

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in/around Misawa AB, Japan. All applicants must possess a social security number and valid passport. All applicants MUST be eligible to meet local immigration requirements.

  • Business Based Action
  • Family Member Preference
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
  • Experience demonstrating a working familiarity with the routines and procedures followed in group activities or programs, AND
  • Practical knowledge and/or experience of recreational activities and equipment, rules and procedures in a recreation program activity which has involved recreation work in the area of specialty in which the position is assigned.
  • Ability to safeguard and handle cash.
Condition(s) of Employment:
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular and recurring basis.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug test.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete pre-employment physical.
  • Successful completion and favorable adjudication of background investigation (Tier 1 level) is required.
  • Must be able to work an uncommon tour of duty to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
  • Probationary period may be required.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • LQA is not authorized.
  • Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
  • This is a Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  • Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.

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.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employee, etc.). The below documents are required and must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume


Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Diploma/ GED
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript


As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an in-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must 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 10/21/2025 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.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

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It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.

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Agency contact information

Misawa NAF HR Office
Address
Misawa Community Services Flight
35 FSS/FSCN
Unit 5019
APO AP, AP 96319-5019
US

Next steps

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