Recreation Assistant

**Duties**:

- Works under general supervision of the Outdoor Recreation Manager or Recreation Specialist as a Recreation Assistant, instructing groups and individuals in a variety of outdoor recreation programs.
- Such as but not limited to rafting, rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, challenge course, using a variety of teaching methods to effectively communicate to participants who have a wide range of abilities and backgrounds.
- Teaches children as well as adults. Incumbent is responsible for group management. The safety of the participants must always be the number one priority.
- Must be familiar with all programs offered by Outdoor Recreation, as well as be familiar with local area as the position requires providing information to customers.
- Reports any problems to the Outdoor Recreation Manager or Recreation Specialist as soon as possible in order to maintain a high quality service to guests.

**Requirements**:
**Conditions of Employment**:

- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- A one-year probationary period may be required.
- Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
- This position may require a health screening. Immunizations may be required as a condition of employment for the health and safety of those in the facility.
- Must have or be able to obtain a current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED training certification
- Must be able to work weekends, nights, US and Germany holidays and MWR Special Events.
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

**Qualifications**:

- Must have knowledge of and experience in a wide variety of Outdoor Recreation pursuits. Applicants pursuing a degree in Recreation Management, Outdoor Recreation, or a related field, and in the process of completing an internship or fieldwork program will be considered highly qualified.

**Highly Preferred**
- Experience and knowledge with rock climbing and paintball
- Experience of basic ski and/or snowboarding techniques to assist customers in basic ski/snow acitivities
- Prior experience with collegiate and/or a military outdoor recreation program

**Referral lists are based on the qualifications stated in the job announcement.**
**Your qualifications MUST be fully described in your resume. In describing your experience, be clear and specific.**
**NO ASSUMPTIONS WILL BE MADE REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE**.

**Education**:
College or university transcript(s)(copy or original) must be submitted with your resume to determine qualifications for positions with positive education requirements.

**Additional information**:
**Area of Consideration**:
**Manual Applications**:
**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.

**Pay-Band Allowances and Differentials**
- Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. **_If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay._** Sunday premium may be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
- Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. Night differential may be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.

**Incentives and Bonuses**
- Incentives will not be paid.

**Foreign Overseas Allowances**
- Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
- Post allowance may be paid in accordance with the Department of States Standardized Regulations (DSSR), contingent upon eligibility.
- Employment Overseas provides a lot of additional benefits & entitlements, for more information please see the agency contact information listed below for your local NAF Human Resources office.
- Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program, for information click here.

**Other**:

- Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- Benefits

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**How You Will Be Evaluated**:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

- NAF Preference - Family Member Preference (OCONUS ONLY)
- 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 Emp