Summary
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at Outdoor Recreation, Ramstein AB, Germany.
This position does not offer logistical support.
Supports the planning and execution of a diverse range of outdoor recreation programs and events, ensuring engaging and memorable experiences for participants.
This job is open to
The public
Clarification from the agency
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
Duties
Supports the planning and execution of a diverse range of outdoor recreation programs and events, ensuring engaging and memorable experiences for participants. This role supports all aspects of event management, from marketing and setup to participant instruction and inventory control.
Assists with plans programs/events for Outdoor Recreation (ODR) activities to include Outdoor Adventure Programs, Aquatic Center and the Rod and Gun Club using resources approved by ODR Director. Submits marketing request for public notifications targeting the appropriate demographics. Required to complete program plans and After-Action Reports. Sets up and decorates recreation areas for scheduled activities, records attendance, takes reservations, and assist with taking payments. Notifies participants of schedule changes, arranges for equipment or tools, and checking them for condition on their return. Posts announcements in-house, in other facilities, and on social media of scheduled activities and answers inquiries about items, places, transportation, or other matters related to activities scheduled, and takes inventory of authorized recreation supplies and equipment. Issues and/or sells event, program, or activity passes by using the Point-of-Sales System, answers all questions for patrons, and supports supervisor staff. Collects, safeguards, and deposits fees received from customer. Conducts regular inventory checks and maintaining records of said inventory, equipment, and prizes. Assists the supervisor in establishing schedules of events, as well as the rules and regulations to be observed. Types of duties include but are not limited to the following: set-up and breakdown of event, guides patrons in planned play activities, helps to supervise participants for the activity, instructs charges in good manners, acceptable behavior, and desirable attitudes, and monitors self-directed activities. May be required to lead small team of volunteers or employees to execute events. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12785063
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- Incumbent must be physically in Germany before a firm/final job offer can be received.
- This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 08/29/2025
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is U.S. Citizens and legal U.S. residents in Germany. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S. permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment. Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement. If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent.
- Business Based Action
- Family Member Preference
- Military Spouse Preference
- Outside Applicant Veteran
- Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
- Transition Hiring Preference
Qualifying Experience:
Knowledge of Outdoor Recreation programs and applicable rules and regulations. Must have good organizational skills, cashhandling skills, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Must be able to push, pull and lift at least 20 lbs.
Education
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 in order to qualify.
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.
Additional information
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
- All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
- Probationary period may be required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
- Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- LQA is not authorized.
- Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
- This is a Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
- This position will be eligible for the use of the fitness center, lodging, golf course, bowling center, library, and many other NAF activities.
- This position does not offer logistical support.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
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 is made that you have inflated your 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.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.
Required Documents
The documents you are required to submit vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employee, etc.). The below documents are required and must be submitted with your application:
- PCS Orders
- Resume
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Diploma/ GED
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- Other (1)
- Other (2)
- PCS Orders
- Professional Certification
- Proof of Marriage Status
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an in-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must 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 08/29/2025 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.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
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Agency contact information
86 FSS/FSCN
Unit 3221
APO AE, AE 09094-0535
US
Next steps
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
Overview
- 0189 Recreation Aid And Assistant
- Suitability/Fitness
