RECREATION SPECIALIST (OUTDOOR ADVENTURE)

RECREATION SPECIALIST (OUTDOOR ADVENTURE)

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Cannon AFB, New Mexico

Salary Range: $21.34 - $37.61 Per Hour

Job Summary: About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation at Cannon AFB.

Major Duties:

• Incumbent plans, directs, and manages the Outdoor Adventure Program. Responsible for planning,scheduling, developing and arranging support services for ongoing outdoor adventure programs/activities to include, but not limited to: snow-skiing, water-skiing, wilderness backpacking, hiking, camping, mountain biking/cycling, white water rafting, rock climbing and high ropes courses. Responsible for ensuring the programs/activities are carried out safely and without any problems. Provides instruction on different programs/activities; although instruction may be provided by an instructor with specific specialized training. Sets bindings on rental and customer skis and snowboards. Enforces safety policies and procedures. Develops and writes articles to be published explaining outdoor adventure programs and specific programs/activities. Briefs outdoor adventure programs at various functions on base, i.e. squadron commander calls, etc. Receives and resolves customer complaints and requests for special programs/activities. Operates cash register, rings up sales, receives money and makes change. Responsible for preparing financial paperwork to include budgets and reports to the Outdoor Recreation Director. Drives 15 passenger van or bus to and from various outdoor adventure programs both on and off the installation. Works uncommon tour of duty to include, days, nights and weekends. Assists with training new personnel. Assists with other Outdoor Recreation programs as needed. Performs other duties assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12905109

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, 03/12/2026 Family Member Preference, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, and Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran 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 which provided a working familiarity with the routines and procedures followed in group activities or programs. In addition must have specialized experience working in an outdoor adventure recreational activity to include knowledge of equipment, rules and procedures in that area. Must have technical experience and training on setting of snow skis and snowboards. Must be able to read, write and speak English. Must have the ability to guide and teach customers the skill and techniques for various outdoor adventure recreational activities. Must have a valid NM license or ability to obtain this license within six months from date of hire. Must have knowledge of defensive driving techniques, including skill to recognize developing hazardous road and traffic conditions and the judgment to select alternate routs to avoid potential problems. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

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 03/12/2026 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: 2026-03-12