Recreation Specialist (Program Manager) (MVO)

Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and this position will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation located in Mountain Home AFB, ID.

This is a Regular Part-time position with 20 guaranteed work hours, but may work up to 40 hours per week.

This position has available benefits, to include NAF Retirement, 401K, life, flexible spending account (FSA), health and dental insurance.Duties Program Planning & Execution

Develops, organizes, implements, and leads a diverse, comprehensive four-season schedule of outdoor recreation activities, trips, and special events. Responsible for the comprehensive planning, scheduling, and logistical coordination of all outdoor adventures, ensuring offerings align with the needs and interests of the base community. Operates motor vehicles (MVO) to transport patrons, staff, and equipment to and from recreational sites safely and in accordance with established regulations.

Leadership & Supervision

Serves as the lead guide and primary point of contact for assigned outdoor activities and trips. Leads and trains subordinate staff and volunteers, providing daily guidance, establishing performance expectations, and monitoring work execution. Develops and conducts on-the-job training for staff and volunteers to ensure proficiency in outdoor skills, customer service, and safety protocols.

Financial Management & Administration

Assists in the development and management of the program budget, tracking daily revenues and expenditures to ensure fiscal accountability. Supports Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) financial objectives by actively managing revenue-generating operations and identifying areas for cost-efficiency. Performs regular administrative and cashier duties, including processing payments, managing point-of-sale transactions, and generating financial reports.

Safety & Risk Management

Creates detailed program plans and conducts thorough risk assessments prior to all trips and events to mitigate potential hazards. Ensures all operations comply with Air Force, DoD, and local safety and environmental guidelines. Responds to emergencies during outdoor activities, administering first aid/CPR when necessary, and coordinates with emergency services as required.

Program Evaluation & Quality Assurance

Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of program activities through patron surveys, participation metrics, and detailed after-action reviews. Utilizes data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement, adapting future programs and schedules to better align with customer feedback and emerging recreational trends.

Equipment & Facility Logistics

Manages the lifecycle of outdoor recreation equipment, performing regular inventory audits, maintenance, and repairs. Determines equipment needs, researches products, and submits procurement recommendations to ensure gear remains safe, up-to-date, and sufficient for program demands.

Marketing & Customer Service

Assists in creating marketing materials and coordinating publicity for upcoming programs, classes, and trips. Provides exceptional customer service, answers patron inquiries regarding equipment and outdoor locales, and professionally resolves patron complaints or issues.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13043332Qualifications 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, 10/29/2026

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have trip-leading experience in adventure-based recreation

programming; successfully planning, organizing, and leading outdoor recreation programs for groups; guiding and teaching participants specialized skills and techniques across various sports; and practically applying risk management procedures to assess and mitigate environmental and operational hazards in remote outdoor settings. Experience in accomplishment of clerical/administrative work; utilizing office automation software (MS Windows, MS Office, including PowerPoint, Word, Access, and Excel).

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

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. How you will be evaluated 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. 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 10/29/2026 to receive consideration.

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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.

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Other information

• Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• 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 Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
• This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodations will be made on a case by case basis.
• 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.