Recreation Assistant

**Duties**:
**DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:
Works as a Recreation Assistant (Ski Instructor) at the Edelweiss Lodge & Resort (EL&R), Hausberg Lodge, instructing groups and individuals in daily and weekly ski and snowboard programs, using a variety of teaching methods to effectively communicate to students who have a wide range of abilities and backgrounds. Teaches children as well as adults. Teaches all courses using the PSIA American Teaching system.

The safety of the students must always be the number one priority. Is responsible for ticket handling for groups of students and must maintain good internal control practices to track these tickets effectively.

Assists with program registration, tournaments, equipment issues, ski lift and snow making operations, shuttle driving duties, and cleaning duties.

Must be familiar with all programs offered by EL&R, as well as be familiar with the local area, as the job requires providing a lot of information to guests. Must always maintain a positive attitude around and towards guests in order to project a positive image for EL&R and its programs.

Report any problems to the Ski School director as soon as possible to maintain a high-quality service to our guests.

Perform other duties as assigned.

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

- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required upon appointment
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
- A pre-employment physical is required
- Must be willing to work irregular work schedule (nights/weekends/holidays)
- Must be able to obtain a valid USAREUR driver's license.
- All required background checks of AR215 -3, Chapter 2, paragraph 213: i. must be satisfactory completed and maintained to include the initiation/completion of Child and Youth National Agency Check with Inquiries (CNACI).
- Must have or be able to obtain an American Red Cross First Aid, CPR/AED.
- Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry 40 pounds, walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis. Duties may involve working both indoors and outdoors.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens, hold a valid U.S. passport, and be at least 18 years of age.

**Qualifications**:
**QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME.**

Must be an advanced skier or snowboarder with at least one season of documented experience as a ski or snowboard instructor. Certification from a recognized professional instructor organization is preferred.

Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. A good working knowledge of the German language is highly desirable but not mandatory.

Must have or be able to obtain an American Red Cross First Aid, CPR/AED, as well as a USAREUR driver's license.

**Education**:
High School graduate or equivalent.

**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.
- A probationary period may be required.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- LQA is not authorized.
- This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Army.
- Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
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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.

**Including any of the following on your resume may result in an ineligible rating**:

- Classified or government-sensitive information
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Photos of yourself
- Personal information, such as specifically mentioning your age, gender, race/national origin, etc
- Encrypted and digitally signed documents
- Illegible documents or files that cannot be opened
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