RECREATION SPECIALIST (OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES) - DIX

Summary

About the position: This position is Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Facility, Fort Dix, NJ.

Duties

The purpose of this position is to plan, develop, conduct and evaluate, to include budgeting, training, and recruiting, recreational programs intended to improve readiness, contribute to high morale, build cohesion and esprit de corps for all authorized patrons. Within overall plans, initiates both new and recurring activities on a regular basis for implementation in a monthly program schedule consistent with established techniques and theories of recreation. Aggressively markets programs using both traditional and innovative marketing strategies. Contacts various members of the military and volunteers to assist in the execution of programs. Identifies needs, prepares and submits operating budget for programs to the Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC) Director, orders and receives program supplies and equipment. Coordinates the details of recurring activities, special events, and joint community undertakings so as to make maximum use of resources. Establishes and maintains an outreach program by working with base leadership to involve squadrons in unit programs as a way to help improve readiness, contribute to higher morale, and help retain highly skilled people and to familiarize leadership with programs being offered that build cohesion and esprit de corps. Develops and provides a professional leisure information brochure on community recreation resources and provides a multimedia presentation updating both on a regular (quarterly) basis. Provide other base human service agencies (e.g. family support, chaplains, social actions, Family Action Information Board, etc., information on all recreation programs offered by the Force Support Squadron. Collects, maintains and analyzes data on number, type, and frequency of participation by families and squadrons on all base recreation facilities and of programs sponsored by the ORC, in order to justify expansion/contraction of services and to gauge relevancy of program offerings. Ensures leisure interest surveys are administered to all base newcomers and their families. Analyzes survey responses in order to ensure program offerings are aligned with patron needs or desires. Ensures that schedules are followed and participate adhere to rules and relations governing the use of the facility and its equipment sets up for programs by arranging/rearranging areas and following general instructions of the ORC Director. Reports all noteworthy occurrences related to program operation to the ORC Director. Answers all inquiries concerning programs within incumbent's jurisdiction. Maintains program files and completes after action reports on all new and special programs. Observes participants and seeks ways to increase interest in the activity. Supervises general and special activities of authorized patrons as directed. Works interactively with co-workers in development of group trips and tours for advertisement to the base populace. Initiates action/contract to maintain displays of information for use by all customers. Gather, monitors and maintains data to complete reports, maintains program accountability, and assists others. May be assigned additional duties such as equipment custodial, section safety monitor, building custodian, etc. Checks all equipment for maintenance and safety and makes appropriate corrects. Checks in campers and maintains famcamp sites and facilities and provides information and assistance to campers. Works sales counter selling: tickets, campground supplies, climbing, watercraft supplies, etc. Responsible for booking reservations for bus charters and scheduling drivers, to include charges, routes lodging and fees. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13035023

Qualifications and evaluation

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. 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.

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. 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.

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 09/15/2026 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. 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. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy. It 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

Required documents

Required documents may 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 employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement: 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 claimed eligibility. 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 un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

Additional information

Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). 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. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.