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Air Combat Command

Recreation Assistant (MVO)

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A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$36,765 / year median in Idaho

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Recreation Assistant (MVO) Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and this position will be assigned to Outdoor Recreation at Mountain Home AFB, ID. This is a Flexible position with no guaranteed hours, however may work up to 40 hours per week. This position does not offer benefits. This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
Duties Program Support :
Leads and assists in executing outdoor recreation trips and instructional classes. Coordinates operations across multiple functional areas; including resale, marina activities, equipment rental, trips, and events ensuring safe and effective execution. Provides guidance during on and off-site programs and special events.
Administrative Support :
Provides comprehensive administrative and logistical support to the Recreation Specialist. Assists in drafting detailed itineraries and developing lesson plans. Manages patron reservations, maintains accurate attendance records, and generates post-trip after-action reports. Coordinates program outreach by professionally managing and resolving customer inquiries via telephone, email, social media, and in-person interactions.
Equipment & Asset Management :
Issues and receives outdoor recreation equipment and assists in maintaining accurate inventory accountability. Conducts safety inspections and performs routine cleaning and technical maintenance on all recreational gear.
Safety & Facility Readiness :
Sets up recreation areas for scheduled activities and maintains facility cleanliness to ensure daily operational readiness. Verifies all facilities and equipment adhere strictly to established safety and risk management standards prior to patron use. Transportation & Logistics (MVO) Transports customers and mission-essential gear safely and reliably in accordance with scheduled mission requirements. Operates motor vehicles, including passenger vans, pickup trucks towing travel/equipment trailers, and specialized water or snow-specific recreational vehicles. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13042631 Requirements Conditions of employment This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical. This is a drug testing designated position The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. Must possess a valid state driver's license and a clear driving record This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
Qualifications 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, 09/25/2026 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:
Experience demonstrating a working familiarity with the routines and procedures followed in group activities or programs; and practical knowledge and/or experience of recreational activities and equipment, rules and procedures in a recreation program activity which has involved recreation work in the area of specialty in which the position is assigned; ability and skill in dealing with the public. 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. Additional 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 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. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation 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. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Review our benefits How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. 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. 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. 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 09/25/2026 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 Agency contact information Mt. Home NAF HR Office Email 366FSSNAFHumanResource@us.af.mil Address Mountain Home Community Services Flight 366 FSS/FSCN 480 5th Ave Mountain Home
AFB, ID 83648-5160 US
Next steps 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. Air Combat Command Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF). Mountain Home AFB and the 366th Wing have a rich history that stretches back more than 50 years to the United States' entry into World War II. The town of Mountain Home is a vibrant rural community of 15,000, you can find big-city conveniences concentrated in a small-town, friendly atmosphere. Our city has a strong sense of family values and community that you can experience firsthand at our many local events. Experience events like Air Force Appreciation Day - one of Idaho's largest parades, the Mountain Home Country Music Festival, and a celebration of summer with the Endless Summer Festival of Beer. For those who are ready to explore the great outdoors, the opportunities are limitless. Venture to the top of the sand dunes or hike along mountain-side back trails, cast a line at one of the many fishing destinations, or set up camp and enjoy the remarkable scenic views. There are many benefits to working on Mountain Home AFB such as free use of our 24/7 Fitness Center and indoor pool. You will also have access to the 18-Hole Golf Course, Bowling Center, Outdoor Recreation trips and classes, AAFES Main Exchange and base restaurants. Agency contact information Mt. Home NAF HR Office Email 366FSSNAFHumanResource@us.af.mil Address Mountain Home Community Services Flight 366 FSS/FSCN 480 5th Ave Mountain Home
AFB, ID 83648-5160 US
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