Mildenhall, GBR
10 days ago
Recreation Specialist (Event Coordinator)
Summary STANDING REGISTER ANNOUNCEMENT: Applications will be reviewed, and referrals made every 7 days. About the position: This position is located the Galaxy Club, RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom. Coordinates and assists with base-wide events that involve the Club Complex. Is required to serve as project officer for events. Scheduled shifts may include days, nights, evenings and weekends. This position has a guaranteed 20 hours and includes benefits. Responsibilities Assists the Club Manager to develop and execute, through assigned staff, programs which support singles, families, and special groups such as retirees, spouses, and private organizations. Coordinates and assists with base-wide events that involve the Club Complex for Food Truck Rallies, weekly and monthly event programming. Is required to serve as project officer for these events. Carries out recurring group activities; assists in the set up and use of facilities, equipment, and materials. All programs must function within the limitations of funds, equipment, and space. On a regular basis, assist the Club Manager in developing new, improved and reoccurring events calendar. Coordinates with 100 FSS Marketing and Publicity to determine customers' needs and special interests. Ensures all club activities are advertised in a manner designed to maximize participation of serviced populace. Coordinates with 100 FSS Marketing and Publicity and the Public Affairs office in furnishing explicit details of programs to be advertised. Also responsible for uploading and tracking club event tickets in the marketing ticket system, reviewing for accuracy, coordinating with club staff and obtaining final approval from the Club Manager. Conducts joint activities with other base organizations and the local community. Arranges for the recruitment, training, utilization and retention of volunteers for club special events when needed. Ensures an adequate number of volunteers exist to provide services needed. Reports number of active and in-active participants to the club manager. Attends meetings to promote programs for the benefit of base personnel. Ensures that posters and fliers are accurate and displayed in facilities to ensure maximum coverage. Evaluates by using tools available and works to improve the effectiveness of ongoing programs from the standpoint of participant response. Ensures supplies, space, and services are available for support of planned programs. Reviews facility/equipment, ensuring all materials and areas are adequate for the safe conduct of the planned activity by customers. Selects, assigns, and supervises volunteer staff and contracted instructors for events and provides input to club manager. Performs other duties as assigned. If interested in this position, please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12690365 Requirements Conditions of Employment 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, 05/13/2025 The area of consideration for this vacancy announcement: Citizens, permanent residents, and legal residents of the United States (US) who reside within the local commuting area (60-mile radius) of RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom (UK), or will do so within the next 30 days. Permanent and legal residents of the US must be citizens of a NATO country, unless authorized to reside in the UK as a dependent of an employee who serves in support of the US Visiting Forces. Eligible applicants must possess a US-issued social security number and be able to provide documentation proving residency status in the UK. Applicants cannot be 'ordinarily resident'. A person is considered to be 'ordinarily resident' if they have resided in the United Kingdom (UK) for more than 366 days without an affiliation to the US Visiting Forces. Time spent in the UK as an employee, or dependent of an employee, of a US agency serving and supporting the US Visiting Forces (i.e., active duty military, federal civilian, AAFES, Red Cross, one of the contract universities, a military banking facility or federal credit union, or US government contractors) is not counted toward being 'ordinary resident'. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between the US and the UK, British citizens may not apply for US NAF positions; however, they may be eligible to apply for local national positions on base. 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: Knowledge of the range of activities and services, of participation interests and needs, and of the methods and processes involved in typical and conventional club programming, which knowledge enables the employee to plan and conduct a variety of basic and some enhanced activities and services of a military club. Ability to communicate, organize, and oversee programs to conclusion. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Preferred: At least 6-months of club event program planning or commercial event planning experience. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a T1 background investigation. You will be evaluated on the basis of your suitability and fitness for the position. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify. Additional Information The Hiring Agency will review applications and applicants, if eligible, referred every 7 days. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit. Probationary period may be required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may also be filled from this job opportunity announcement. This vacancy may close sooner than the date advertised if all positions become filled. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. LQA is not authorized. Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category only. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. A career with the AF provides a comprehensive benefits package. You and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your career very rewarding. Benefits include Annual & Sick Leave, 401k etc (Link within Benefits Section).
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