Recreation Assistant (Riding Instructor) NF-02 Job in Fort Huachuca, AZ

Vacancy No. O3NAFEJ-24-12611184 Department Army Installation Management Command
Salary $17.23 to $21.00 Grade 2 to 2
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Part-time
Open Date 11/15/2024 Close Date 11/20/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Huachuca, AZ


Summary

This position is located at MWR Buffalo Corral Riding Stables on Fort Huachuca, AZ.

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This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

  • Incumbent's main job duty will focus on instructing patrons of a recreational facility in horsemanship, applying practical knowledge of equestrian activities.
  • May be required to occasionally lead a trail ride.
  • The rare possibility exists that incumbent may be required to assist with individual rentals, boarding, group events, special events, feeding, care of horses, or basic maintenance repairs of riding equipment.
  • Must be able to operate a motor vehicle to deliver horses to special events.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Completed and signed DA Form 3433 is required prior to entrance on duty.
  • Appointment subject to favorable suitability determination.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift items weighing up to 45 pounds, as well as stand, walk, and bend for lengthy periods of time.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
  • Must be willing and able to work Monday through Sunday, Days and Evenings, as well as occasional Holidays for special events.
  • Must be willing and able to travel occasionally to on and off post locations in support of horse shows, purchasing, or for special events.
  • A pre-employment occupational physical is required for this position.
  • This position requires periodic drug testing.
  • Satisfactory completion of all required background checks in accordance with AR215-3, 2-15.j.(1) to include a National Agency Check (NACI) with Childcare Inquires.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Must have work experience that includes the following duties: Assist with individual rentals, boarding, group events (e.g. pony circles, organized trail rides, etc.); assist with feeding, care of horses, basic maintenance repairs of riding equipment, etc.
2. Must have work experience in instructing patrons in horsemanship, to include instructing riding skills.
3. Must have work experience in a customer focused environment.
4. Must be willing and able to ride, saddle, and handle horses and feel comfortable in occasionally leading trail rides.
Please Note: In order to meet the minimum requirements for experience, your experience must be clearly stated in your resume. Incomplete applications will be rated as ineligible.

Best Qualified Criteria:
Must possess one (1) year or more experience in instructing riding skills in both English and Western pleasure.
Please Note: If claiming best qualified, your experience must be clearly reflected in your resume and/or transcripts must be uploaded at time of application. Incomplete applications/resumes will not be given best qualified consideration. Applicants that meet the Best Qualified criteria will be referred to management for consideration first. All others will be referred if management does not make a selection from the Best Qualified list.

Education

This position does not have an education substitution.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and Non-US Citizens within 80 miles of Fort Huachuca.(Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Applications:
  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 12:00PM PST by 11/20/2024 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
FWS Allowances and Differentials
  • This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
  • All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.
Non-Foreign Overseas Allowances
  • Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

If claiming any of the below eligibilities supporting documentation must be received at the time of the application.

**If you are looking to claim Spousal Preference (SEP) please ensure that your marriage certificate is uploaded along with the PCS Orders for validation purposes. If claiming Veterans Consideration, please ensure you upload a signed copy of your DD 214.**

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)


Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures (e.g. interview, K.S.A's where required, etc.) for a regular position is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of SEP entitlement for the current PCS of the sponsor.

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume
  • Please include name and contact information for at least two (2) professional AND personal references on your resume when applying for jobs.
  • All experience must be listed on resume to include job title and description of all duties performed. Qualifications will not be assumed nor considered after the closing of the announcement.
The below items are accepted and will be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • If claiming Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) submit a copy of your marriage certificate along with the Military PCS Orders in order to receive consideration for SEP.
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • DA Form 3434
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcripts
**Note to applicants: If you are looking to claim any preference or consideration, please ensure that your supporting documents are uploaded with your application for validation.**

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12611184. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 11/20/2024 to receive consideration.

  • 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. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12611184.
  • Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  • You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
  • It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the 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.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

NAF CHRA Fort Huachuca
Address
EJ-NAF-W6CFAA US ARMY GARRISON FT HUACHUCA
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613
US
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Next steps

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