Recreation Aid (Epicenter)
Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy
This job in plain English
This is a part-time style Recreation Aid job for Commander, Navy Installations Command, based in Great Lakes, IL, supporting the Community Recreation Program at Naval Station Great Lakes Epicenter. The job is a permanent, intermittent position with 6 vacancies and rotating hours that can include nights, weekends, and holidays. Duties include helping patrons, running the cash register, and supporting events and equipment rentals.
Can you apply?
Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.
- Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.
This job is open to the public. You must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or owe allegiance to the U.S.
What you would do
- Provide services and information to authorized patrons in recreation and fitness programs.
- Operate the cash register and point of sale system, and handle payments and change.
- Check inventory, inspect equipment, and restock supplies.
- Enforce regulations, safety, and security procedures.
- Greet patrons, answer phones, and refer requests to the right staff member.
- Help set up and break down recreation events.
Do you qualify for NF-1?
With education: The announcement does not require any education. If you rely on education, the school must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Licenses and certifications you need:
- Emergency First Responder or CPR certification, within 90 days of hire, where applicable
- Food Handlers and C.A.R.E training, within 90 days of hire, where applicable
How to apply well
What to send:
- Resume showing your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities
- College transcripts and licensure proof, as applicable
- Notice of separation, if claiming DOD NAF BBA priority consideration
- Sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate, if claiming military spouse preference
- DD-214 Member-4 page and supporting documents, if claiming veterans' preference
- Most recent SF-50 or PAR, if you are a current or former federal employee
- Completed online questionnaire
How you will be rated: Your resume and questionnaire are checked for basic eligibility, then rated against the job's knowledge, skills, and abilities. The best qualified applicants go to the hiring manager, and interviews may be held. Missing required documents may make you ineligible or lower your rating.
Tips for this job:
- Make your resume show specific experience with cash handling, customer service, or equipment.
- If you rely on education, include transcripts from a school accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accreditor.
- Have a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID ready for base access, starting May 7, 2025.
Good to know before you apply
Schedule: Intermittent, 0 to 40 hours a week, with rotating hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Split days off are possible.
Incentives and relocation: No relocation expenses are reimbursed. No recruitment or retention incentives are listed.
Conditions of employment:
- Pass all applicable records and background checks
- Pass E-Verify; any discrepancies must be resolved
- Successful National Agency check upon employment
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds, occasionally heavier
- Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and split days off
- REAL ID-compliant license or other acceptable ID for base access starting May 7, 2025
- Drug-free workplace; illegal drug use can lead to removal
- Selection may be tentative pending completion of requirements and reference checks
We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.
Job details
- Salary
- $15.00 – $17.00 per hour
- Pay scale and grade
- NF-1 · Nonappropriated fund
- Location
- Great Lakes, Illinois
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Work schedule
- Intermittent
- Service
- Competitive
- Openings
- 6
- Security clearance
- Other
- Travel
- Not required
- Drug test
- Not required
- Supervisory
- No
- Occupation
- Recreation Aid And Assistant (0189)
- Announcement
- 27-13103393
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