Recreation Specialist

Who Can Apply

Applicants will be reviewed and referred on the following dates: Jan16, 2026; Jan 26, 2026, and closing on Feb 6, 2026. Announcement will close once position is filled.

The purpose of this position is to plan, develop, organize and manage the Leisure and Recreation programs to include the Outdoor Recreation essential program components, Air Force directed programs and other Community Services programs as directed. Within established policies and objectives; Coordinates and conducts a variety of recreation clinics and trips in support of a large outdoor adventure program. Provides operational oversight of the family recreation pool to include lifeguards and swim instructors. Performs as lifeguard when necessary. Implements higher-level directives, selects activities and services to be offered in addition to required basic programs. Schedules, publicizes and promotes various clinics, trips and other activities. Ensures compliance with all state and local agencies regulatory requirements. Analyzes all related costs and calculates prices. Accounts for all funds involved in the program and makes recommendations to maintain a solid financial condition of activities. Develops .and implements procedures to monitor, track and document program effectiveness and success. Utilizes various software programs in researching networking, exchanging information and establishing historical files of adventure program. Resolves customer issues and complaints. Monitors and tracks customer feedback to evaluate and then ensure quality service and client satisfaction. Establishes, reviews, and evaluates purchase of supplies, equipment, and resale merchandise. Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and assists is the repairing and maintaining of all equipment in ODR. Assigns, directs and reviews the work of assigned employees and volunteers. Recruits, mentors, organizes, plans, and provides direction to volunteers. Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, the difficulty of the work to be performed, and the capabilities of employees. Evaluates work performance. Gives advice, counsel or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimand, recommending other action in more serious cases. Prepares employee work schedules and approves leave. Applies EEO concepts and requirements to maintain an appropriate working environment. Ensures appropriate safety and health practices are followed. Reports directly to the Leisure and Recreation Program Supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12860885

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.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

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 has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's 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.

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