Arts & Crafts Center Director

Arts & Crafts Center Director

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Tinker AFB, Oklahoma

Salary Range: $26 - $36 Per Hour

Job Summary: About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Tinker Arts & Crafts Center. This is a supervisory position.

Major Duties:

• Within established agency policy and objectives, plans, organizes and directs the Arts & Crafts Center Arts and Crafts Program which includes a wide variety of hobby and craft activities. Studies directives applicable to the operation of the shop as well as arts and crafts books, manuals, catalogs and maintains liaison with higher headquarters and local civic groups of hobby clubs to ensure that an effective and interesting arts and crafts program which satisfies the needs of eligible personnel is provided. Promotes interest in the arts and crafts program and stimulates hobby desires of military personnel and their dependents through such media as posters, pamphlets, news releases, bulletin boards, radio announcements and by appropriate recognition of special achievements. Conducts surveys to determine local interests in existing or proposed arts and crafts activities and plans overall program to provide optimum coverage of those arts and crafts in which there is substantial interest. Considers staffing available through nonappropriated funds and volunteer workers and determines appropriate staffing and hours of operation for the individual shops and activities. Develops supply requirements to support the operation of the center based on experience factors and estimated needs for new programs or activities: initiates action to obtain supplies through appropriated or nonappropriated fund channels. Devises, improvises and adapts these various activities to meet a wide range of participant needs and interests and to work within the limitation of funds, facilities equipment, volunteers and paid staff. Plans and coordinates details of recurring and nonrecurring activities, special events and joint community undertakings to make maximum use of facilities, services and other resources. Manages numerous facilities and services within the Arts & Crafts Center such as: Sales Store, Auto Hobby Shop, Engraving Shop, Wood Hobby Shop, Frame Shop, and Multi Crafts Shop, providing guidance and leadership, modifying, adapting, and expanding or otherwise changing plans and procedures for such activities. Instructs participants in activities for which the employee has technical expertise. Determines adequacy of facilities, identifies additional needs and monitors repair and maintenance of existing facilities and equipment. Establishes job performance standards and evaluates performance. Plans, schedules, and coordinates work operations. Supervises shop arrangement, installation of equipment and HAZCOM & Environmental programs. Places special emphasis on ensuring compliance with established safety, fire and environmental directives. Schedules and arranges for exhibits, demonstrations and contests and publicizes activities. Arranges for supplies and services needed to accomplish scheduled hobby/craft activities. Accounts for funds and makes recommendations for improvements. Develops budget estimates to cover salaries, supplies, and equipment and maintenance costs and compiles monthly reports of expenditures and revenues as well as special grant requests to submit to supervisor for review and submission to higher headquarters. Maintains records, and compiles data for reports. Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing arts and crafts programs, adapts and varies program activities in light of findings and ensures maximum possible achievement of the broad objective to provide the military community with enhanced activities. Operates within financial goals set forth by local, Command and Air Force. Performs supervisory management responsibilities. Oversees budget preparations, APF and NAF funding. Approves expenditures to cover operational needs, takes actions necessary to insure compliance with safety, fire and environmental issues. Appraises employees and resolves disputes. Performs other related duties as assigned/directed. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12945249

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, 04/30/2026 Business Based Action, 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: Knowledge such as would be acquired through the successful completion of baccalaureate program specialized experience or three years of progressively responsible administrative, professional, technical, or other work which provided a general Knowledge of management principles and practices, or progressively responsible experience in one or more functions managed in the skills development center may be substituted. In addition the applicant must have experience in work which involved expertise in an art program such as demonstrating methods, carrying out art festivals, competitions or workshops. Knowledge of the theories and techniques of one or more art forms. Knowledge of the methods and processes involved in an arts, crafts and hobbies program and current developments in art. Skill in the application and utilization of the program knowledge to meet the arts, crafts and hobby needs of the participating community. Skill in the application and utilization of program knowledge to meet the arts, crafts and hobby needs of the participating community. Skill in effectively organizing and utilizing all available resources within the program framework. Ability to relate to people and motivate others to a higher level of achievement. Ability to plan along creative lines and to instruct as an artist/craftsman. Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations. Knowledge of budgeting processes including ability to develop and maintain budgets. Ability to deal with widely diverse individuals and groups. Knowledge of personnel management policies, practices and procedures including the ability to adjust work operations to meet emergencies, changing program or production requirements within available resources and with minimum sacrifice of quantity or quality of work. Ability to establish program objectives or performance goals and assess progress toward their achievement.

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 04/30/2026 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

Application Deadline: 2026-04-30