ASSISTANT LODGING MANAGER

ASSISTANT LODGING MANAGER

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Sheppard AFB, Texas

Salary Range: $55000 - $65000 Per Year

Job Summary: About the position: This position will be assigned to Sheppard AFB, TX. This is a Regular Full Time (RFT) position with benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, 401(k), and annual/sick leave. .

Major Duties:

• Assists Lodging Manager in providing quality lodging services which contribute to mission accomplishment and quality of life for a mobile Defense community. Exercises managerial authority to set long-range plans, goals, and objectives that integrate higher headquarters policies with local installation and squadron needs. Develops policies and procedures, which result in competent and effective operation and utilization of all lodging assets. Structures organization to optimize use of resources and maximize efficiency and effectiveness of the lodging operation. Plans, schedules, and coordinates major activities for lodging projects and facilities with other installation squadrons and appropriate personnel to integrate and/or promote lodging operation and interests with other organizations on the installation. Performs or directs periodic or scheduled surveys, audits, and inspections to determine adequacy of lodging conditions, compliance with requirements, and to evaluate effectiveness of financial management/controls. Develops installation lodging cost reduction procedures and techniques. Prepares budget estimates and controls of disbursement of funds. Formulates current and long-range income and expense (operating), capital requirements, cash flow, and rate determination budgets. Performs surveillance over budget projections versus expenditures and accountability and disbursement of funds, and evaluates and monitors occupancy and personnel expenses and payroll, maintenance, and supply costs to maintain profitability. Formulates current and long-range plans and justification for new lodging construction and major renovations and facility improvements using statistical and narrative information from lodging surveys and audits. Coordinates with Financial Management, Civil Engineering, and other appropriate organizations to obtain assistance and garner support. Manages and oversees all staff training to include web-based training and other training required by Air Force standards. Develops or oversees the development of overall management plans and administrative procedures related to unique or highly specialized lodging activities. Manages a distinguished visitor program. Coordinates with tenant organizations. Oversees or directs a commercial lodging program for off-base quarters. Directs work through subordinate supervisors. Determines goals and objectives for each subordinate supervisor and section. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12864652

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, 01/26/2026 Business Based Action, Outside Applicant 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 have experience in the operational management of a civilian or military lodging program or management experience in the hospitality or business field. This experience must have included responsibility or supervision of at least one functional area (such as housekeeping, guest services, logistics, etc.) sufficient to demonstrate skill and knowledge in such areas as activity management planning and programming, economic soundness of program operations, accounting, supply procedures, facility management, and supervision of a subordinate staff. A baccalaureate degree in hospitality or business (or 36 semester hours combined in hotel management, hospitality, or business) is desirable.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must 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 01/26/2026 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 or your application will be incomplete. It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. 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 (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date of your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ .

Application Deadline: 2026-01-26