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Recreation Assistant (Fitness/Sports/Aquatics)

Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy · Colts Neck, New Jersey

💵 $18.60 per hour (annualised at 2,087 hours)⏳ Closes Nov 13, 2026
Federal agencyNF-02
At a glance

A 0-40 hours w/ no benefits job with Commander, Navy Installations Command in Colts Neck, New Jersey. It pays $18.60 per hour (annualised at 2,087 hours) at grade NF-02. Applications close on Nov 13, 2026 — 13 days left.

Working pattern
On site
Who can apply
Open to the public
Clearance
Other

Main duties

  • greeting customers; checking identification cards to ensure only authorized users are entering facility; issuing and receiving gear/equipment; and registering patrons for facility use, events, and/or classes.· Answers telephone, providing information in regards to facility hours of operation, upcoming special events and programs, etc.· Completes the Daily Activity Reports, handling cash where fees apply, verifying the amount of money collected and dropping the cashier bag in the drop safe.· Assists in planning, scheduling, and publicizing various activities and maintaining related supplies in order to attract and motivate participants.· Oversees the sale of retail items associated with activities.· Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) fitness activities from the standpoint of participants' responses, resources, and program objectives.· Monitors patrons, volunteers and contractors at the assigned program/event and reports any issues to management.· Assists in the selection of fitness, sports, and aquatics activities to be offered, both within the required basic program categories and additional ones possible through available resources and desirable in terms of participant's interests and needs.
  • Instructional Support (includes but not limited to):· Monitors assigned participants in indoor and outdoor activities to include intramural sporting events.· Conducts instructional classes in the assigned recreational area.· Performs basic fitness orientation; identifies and corrects unsafe fitness techniques.· Demonstrates procedures common to the activities and instructs in the use of related equipment.· Establishes/reviews the schedule of events, conducts tours, sets-up/prepares gymnasiums/facilities/playing fields prior to scheduled start time for events (e.g., lap swim, lifeguard training, exercise programs, races, pool parties, sporting events, etc.).· Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures.
  • Facility/Equipment Maintenance (includes but not limited to):· Ensures facility and sporting fields are open and/or closed at the posted time.
  • Monitors and checks the security of premises.
The original posting

Full details

About the role

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; CNIC. The primary function of the position is to ensure proper usage of the facility, assist in the operation of the recreation activity and provide proper collection and disposition of revenues generated at the assigned facility.

What you will do

  • greeting customers; checking identification cards to ensure only authorized users are entering facility; issuing and receiving gear/equipment; and registering patrons for facility use, events, and/or classes.· Answers telephone, providing information in regards to facility hours of operation, upcoming special events and programs, etc.· Completes the Daily Activity Reports, handling cash where fees apply, verifying the amount of money collected and dropping the cashier bag in the drop safe.· Assists in planning, scheduling, and publicizing various activities and maintaining related supplies in order to attract and motivate participants.· Oversees the sale of retail items associated with activities.· Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) fitness activities from the standpoint of participants' responses, resources, and program objectives.· Monitors patrons, volunteers and contractors at the assigned program/event and reports any issues to management.· Assists in the selection of fitness, sports, and aquatics activities to be offered, both within the required basic program categories and additional ones possible through available resources and desirable in terms of participant's interests and needs.
  • Instructional Support (includes but not limited to):· Monitors assigned participants in indoor and outdoor activities to include intramural sporting events.· Conducts instructional classes in the assigned recreational area.· Performs basic fitness orientation; identifies and corrects unsafe fitness techniques.· Demonstrates procedures common to the activities and instructs in the use of related equipment.· Establishes/reviews the schedule of events, conducts tours, sets-up/prepares gymnasiums/facilities/playing fields prior to scheduled start time for events (e.g., lap swim, lifeguard training, exercise programs, races, pool parties, sporting events, etc.).· Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures.
  • Facility/Equipment Maintenance (includes but not limited to):· Ensures facility and sporting fields are open and/or closed at the posted time.
  • Monitors and checks the security of premises.
  • Monitors activity within the facility, circulating among the patrons to assist with basic use of equipment/gear and to maintain good order and discipline.· Ensures athletic playing surfaces are properly maintained, safe, and ready for play.· Assists in properly cleaning and maintaining equipment/facilities, maintains inventory, performs general janitorial services to ensure interior spaces are in a clean, neat, and orderly state at all times (e.g., sweeping and mopping floors; dusting and cleaning workout areas, mirrors, bathrooms, and locker areas; straightening equipment and accessories, etc.).· Makes minor repairs to facilities and equipment when appropriate and assists with outdoor maintenance.· Reports maintenance problems, material deficiencies, and unsafe conditions or discrepancies that cannot be repaired in-house to the supervisor.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

How you will be evaluated

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements.

Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Documents you must provide

  • The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.
  • This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive: Vendors Dependents aged 18 and older Service Providers Veterans with service-connected disabilities Contractors Visitors (includes visitors in same vehicle with CAC holder) Transportation services (taxi, limo, ride share) Agent, Assist, Aid, Care Giver Letters Au Pairs, Child Care Providers What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access?
  • If you don't have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, you can use one of the following: U.S. passport or passport card Military ID card (Common Access Card or CAC, DoD retired ID card) Permanent resident card (Green Card) Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) Other forms of identification accepted by the Department of Homeland Security How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license?
  • To obtain a REAL ID-compliant license, you'll need to visit your state's driver's license agency with the following documents: Proof of identity (e.g., birth certificate, passport) Proof of Social Security number (e.g., Social Security card) Two proofs of residency (e.g., utility bills, bank statements) NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.

What to expect next

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.

Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement.

Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment.

Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Some positions have special requirements.

Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check.

Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

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