Hybrid Recreation Aide (Specialty Retail) na Department of the Navy

Recreation Aide (Specialty Retail)

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Great Lakes, Illinois

Salary Range: $15 - $16 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is located within the Naval Station Great Lakes, specifically the Specialty Retail Branch that may include Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) special events, MWR information/resources, divisional/command events, off site retail sales, recreational rental equipment, resale tickets, staffing MWR recreation centers, and other similar MWR recreational services including grab-n-go snack bar operations and movies.

Major Duties:

• Provides oversight of activities and provides necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information and support of Specialty Retail programs. Provides information concerning facilities and operation. Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures. Monitors and checks the security of premises and cleanliness of the facility. May assist in maintaining routine reports and/or perform clerical, custodial and/or general maintenance duties as needed. May operate a cash register, Point of Sale (POS) system, processes product or service transactions including equipment loan, rentals, resale and program registration, receive payments and make change, assist with on-line retail sales. Provides customer service and greets patrons in person and by answering the telephone; takes message and handles customer requests or referrals to the appropriate staff member. All of the abovementioned tasks relate to the Specialty Retail program delivery, e.g., inventory control, equipment inspection, restocking, point of sale system operation, and cash handling. Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements. Provides support for Specialty Retail program/event set up and break down. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Must be able to learn MWR policies rules and regulations, involving the Specialty Retail program. Must have ability to communicate orally and in writing. Obtain Emergency First Responder or CPR certification, Food Handlers and CARE training, where applicable within the first 90 days of employment. 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 services delivery methods to identify customer needs, delivery 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.

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 09/23/2025 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. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12770277 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 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.

Application Deadline: 2025-09-23