Recreation Aid (Community Recreation)

Summary

This position is assigned to the NAF Fleet and Family Readiness Programs, Naval Station Great Lakes. Performs a variety of duties to support the Recreation Program; may include MWR special events, MWR information/resources, command events, visiting ships/fleet support, community events, trips/tours/ outings, party/picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, Library, Liberty, leisure skill classes, outdoor recreation or similar MWR recreational services. MWR, Great Lakes, IL Community Recreation

Duties

• Performs assigned duties and provides necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information and support of recreation and fitness programs. Provides information concerning facilities and operation. Ensures adherence to regulations, safety and security procedures. Assists in maintaining routine reports and/or performs clerical, custodial and/or general maintenance duties. Performs numerous functions in support of recreation and fitness program delivery to include inventory control, equipment inspection, restocking, point of sale system operation and cash handling. Operates a cash register, Point of Sale (POS) system, processes product or service transactions including equipment loan, rentals, resale, and program registration; receives payments and makes change. Greets patrons in person, answers the telephone, takes messages, handles customer requests, makes referrals to the appropriate staff member. Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements. Provides support for recreation event set up and break down.

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 must possess: Basic reading comprehension in order to adhere to published rules, regulations, standard operating procedures, checklists, and other guides. Basic custodial tasks, e.g. sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, dusting, etc. Basic computer operations and keyboarding skills to include operation of point of sale systems as well as desktop computers. Basic arithmetic calculations, i.e. addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Basic customer service delivery methods to identify customer needs, deliver expected service, and/or resolve routine customer issues Basic understanding of elements of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation department to answer customer questions and/or refer them to the appropriate activity.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

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. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/26/2026 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/13048215It 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 [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.