Department of the Navy

MWR Recreation Assistant

Monterey, California Full time

MWR Recreation Assistant

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Monterey, California

Salary Range: $39649 - $45909 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is assigned to the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department. Incumbent performs a variety of duties in support of MWR special events, MWR information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, Library, Liberty, leisure skill classes and outdoor recreation or other similar MWR recreational services including grab-n-go, bowling and movies, fitness and sports.

Major Duties:

  • Performs assigned duties and provides necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information and support of recreation and fitness programs. Provides information concerning facilities and operation. Ensures adherence to regulations, safety and security procedures. Assists in maintaining routine reports and/or performs clerical, custodial and/or general maintenance duties. Performs numerous functions in support of recreation and fitness program delivery to include inventory control, equipment inspection, restocking, point of sale system operation and cash handling. Operates a cash register, Point of Sale (POS) system, processes product or service transactions including equipment loan, rentals, resale, and program registration; receives payments and makes change. Greets patrons in person, answers the telephone, takes messages, handles customer requests, makes referrals to the appropriate staff member. Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements. Provides support for recreation event set up and break down.

Qualifications: Knowledge of the MWR department in order to answer customer questions and/or refer customers to the appropriate activity. Skilled in keyboarding to include operation of point-of-sale (POS) systems as well as desktop computers. Ability to perform basic computer operations. Ability to read and comprehend in order to adhere to published rules, regulations, standard operating procedures, checklists, and other guides. Ability to perform basic custodial tasks (e.g., sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, dusting, etc.). Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). Ability to identify customer needs, deliver expected service and/or resolve routine customer issues. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

How to Apply: Applications are not accepted in person or via email. Applicants must apply online. Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details. Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply.

Application Deadline: 2025-12-15