About this role
Job Summary
About the position
This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Altus Air Force Base Freedom Community Center. Love crafting, design, and hands-on tools? The Freedom Community Center is hiring a Recreation Assistant to support our active Arts & Crafts program. In this role, you'll operate computerized laser engravers, embroidery machines, heat presses, and framing equipment while helping service members and families complete one-of-a-kind creative projects.
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, 01/14/2027 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 with fabric crafts, calligraphy and or lettering machines, engraving, glass crafts and mat cutting is desired, but not required.
- Must be able to read, write, spell and figure basic math and measurements.
- Must have a basic working knowledge in computer operations.
- Must have a clear speaking voice and be able to deal with the public.
- May work uncommon work schedule, including weekends.
- Requires continuous standing, walking, and stooping.
- Subject to metal and wood splinters, adhesives, paint fumes, cuts, burns, and bruises.
- Must be physically able to lift and carry items up to and including 50 pounds.
- Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
- Completion of a National Agency Check for email and internet access is required.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Major Duties
- Duties and Responsibilities: Assists assigned personnel in all areas of the Arts & Crafts Program.
- Operates a variety of equipment in assigned area, to include computerized laser engravers, computerized embroidery machine, copiers, lettering machines, heat presses, air brushes, mat cutters, choppers, and power tools.
- Responsible for operating the cash register, collects money, makes change, and issues receipts.
- At the end of each shift, closes out the cash register, completes required paperwork and submits entire package to supervisor.
- Assists customers in placing special orders.
- Maintains security of all merchandise, equipment and funds assigned.
- Provides customer service, answers telephone assists shop users with crafts knowledge development and work procedures.
- With guidance from the supervisor, provides demonstrations and guidance on crafts.
- Maintains clean, neat, and safe work area.
- Performs other related duties and assists facility supervisor as requested.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13090835