Lead Sales Clerk

Lead Sales Clerk

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Kadena Air Base Okinawa, Japan

Salary Range: $16.55 - $17.25 Per Hour

Job Summary: About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Kadena Marina on Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan.

Major Duties:

• This position is assigned to the Scuba activity. Relays instructions from supervisor by assigning tasks to meet the day-to-day productivity goals. Ensures employees follow cash handling, security, safety and housekeeping guidelines. Demonstrates work methods and provides guidelines by conducting on-the-job training and instructions. Informs supervisor of disciplinary problems. Obtains needed information or decisions from supervisors on problems that occur. Issues and receives change funds to other recreation aids and sale clerks. Changes register/point of sale system during shift changes. Recommends store schedules of sales clerks. Trains staff on properly fitting customers for SCUBA gear, operations use of specialized scuba equipment, features of various types/brands of equipment. Performs over the counter selling of a wide variety of SCUBA related merchandise. Assists customer with selection of scuba merchandise to include high-tech / specialized equipment. Determines customer needs, describes features of various makes / models, explains benefits and makes recommendations. Check for stock availability and/or arranges for special orders. Demonstrates use of equipment and checks for proper fit. Records sales, accepts payments, and makes exchanges. Maintains a change fund and completes daily reports. Receives, prices, stocks, displays and inventories merchandise. Makes recommendations for types/quantities of merchandise to be stocked. Maintains surveillance of store area to minimize possibility of theft. Answers staff questions on scuba program. Takes reservations for dive trips and signups for scuba classes. May provide guidance to subordinate staff. Maintains the facility in a neat, clean and orderly manner. Assists with housekeeping duties. Performs other duties as assigned. Works under the supervision of the Marina Manager. This is a position of trust. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12828914

Qualifications: Who May Apply: Open to those with SOFA Sponsorship only. 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, 11/07/2025 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Okinawa, Japan. Legal US residents must possess a social security number and be citizens of a NATO country. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas. Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Applicant must have prior experience which demonstrates the ability to provide work direction to others. Must have experience in cash handling and clerical procedures. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Certifications in basic Open Water and above, boating, etc., are desirable. Experience with point-of-sales system, specifically Rec Trac point-of-sales is desirable. Professional education, training, or experience in one of the following water-related activities: SCUBA diving, snorkeling, boating, jet ski, etc. is highly desirable. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a Tier Level 1 background investigation.

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 11/07/2025 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: 2025-11-07