Lead Recreation Assistant

The Eielson AFB Outdoor Recreation provides facilities and equipment for all military personnel and their families. Outdoor Recreation is organizing and executing outdoor events for all to enjoy. This position will work at Eielson AFB and Birch Lake to support the Outdoor Recreation program.

This a temporary position; appointment is not to exceed 09/30/2026.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE PULLED FRIDAYS AT 8:00AM UNTIL POSITIONS IS FILLED.

Works under the direction of the Outdoor Recreation Manager or Assistant Outdoor Recreation Manager who is available to deal with unusual situations which may occur and to provide guidance and instructions when performing new or procedurally complex duties. As a working leader, performs the following types of lead duties:
Provides day-to-day advice and guidance to employees for work assignments; relays instructions from the supervisor for work assignments; gets the work started and sets the work pace; demonstrates work methods and provides work-related guidance; ensures that the worksite materials and tools are available; and ensures that employees follow security and safety rules. Reports all safety violations to immediate supervisor. Provides input on performance, progress, and disciplinary problems.

Enforces established operating policies and procedures. When not performing lead duties performs and/or assists in operation and maintenance of recreational facilities. In a patron usage facility, circulates among patrons to assure service is satisfactory; receives and resolves customer complaints; provides information and general instruction on the safety and the use of equipment, facilities and machinery. Issues tools, equipment and specialty items to authorized customers, checking identification, and completing proper paperwork where appropriate.

Receives returned items inspection for obvious damage and missing parts. In an Outdoor Recreation facility assists in directing patrons, scheduling the use of equipment and scheduling special trips and tours. Checks inventories and supplies and records them accordingly. Reports to supervisor any shortages. Participates in and directs activities and special events. Maintains the cleanliness of assigned work areas. Performs minor repair on equipment as directed.

Adheres to safety and physical security regulations and standards. Assumes responsibility for cash during tour of duty, including cash collected, checks and credit cards. Conducts inventory at beginning and end of tour. Where applicable inventories and restocks daily. Furnishes general information to patrons (such as kinds of equipment, activities and facilities available). Maintains safe, organized, and clean facility environment by pre-inspecting areas upon opening and closing the facility.

Shows initiative by seeking additional assignment from shift supervisor immediately after completion of previous assignments. Adapts and supports changing program objectives with a positive attitude. Will be required to operate a Motor Vehicle to run errands and pick up parts/supplies as needed.

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• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Most possess or be able to obtain a valid state motor vehicle license.
• Must be 18+ years of age.