Recreation Assistant (Marina)

Recreation Assistant (Marina)

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Newport, Rhode Island

Salary Range: $18 - $21 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is assigned to the Recreation Division; Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). The purpose of this position is to provide program support for Marina and Community Recreation Activities for the assigned Sailing Center or Marina facility. This position is Recreation Assistant (Marina).

Major Duties:

• Prepares and maintains required administrative reports and forms (e.g., utilization data, financial forms, procurement forms, invoices). Performs numerous duties for successful daily operations (e.g., collection of fees; completion of retail sales transactions on point of sales, receipt book, or cash register; walk-through of parking lot and dock areas). Demonstrates safe use of equipment and techniques for various activities in marina settings. Provides pre-programmed and impromptu activities pertaining to Marina or aquatic settings; such as but not limited to stand-up paddling or canoeing. Briefs customers on safety procedures and techniques for using rental gear and performing pre and post rental gear inspection. Maintains effective controls for receipt and safekeeping of all cash associated with the fees and sales of the Marina or Sailing Facility. Monitors use of supplies to ensure internal controls and accountability are maintained. Ensures adherence to loss prevention for program resources, cash or pilfer-able items. Maintains various contracts, files, regulations, manuals and directives related to marina operations. Maintains and coordinates the master event schedule for all programs at the facility and ensures all changes are reported to the immediate supervisor. Ensures all events, program schedules and marina information are sent to the marketing office monthly in addition to ensuring they are all advertised. Prepares and reviews outgoing correspondences and reports ensuring proper format. Assists management with administrative duties such as month end inventory, answering phones, signing up participants for programs, and other clerical duties. Operates government owned motor vehicles to drive to and from marinas and sailing facilities.

Qualifications: Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate must possess: Knowledge of the goals, philosophy, principles, and methods of procedures used in organizing, planning, administrating and conducting facility operations. Knowledge of State and Federal Guidelines concerning Marina Operations. Knowledge of the daily operations of the facility to be able to answers questions from patrons. Knowledge of the routines and procedures followed in group activities or programs for recreation or marina operations. Knowledge of recreational activities and equipment, rules and procedures in a recreation program actibity. Knowledge of boating terminology, watercraft operation and maintenance, water and boating safety, handling of boats (e.g., launching, mooring, etc.), boating equipment and facilities, and recreational boating activities. Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Ability to follow instructions, present options and recommend solutions. Ability to work independently, demonstrate excellent customer service techniques and make sound decisions. Ability to effectively operate office machines to include cash registers and computers. Ability to operate a personal computer and perform basic word processing and spreadsheet tasks using Microsoft and site-specific software. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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 04/04/2026 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. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12883920 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 DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Application Deadline: 2026-04-04