Recreation Aid

Department of the Navy

Sasebo, Japan Intermittent $15 – $15 Closes Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This position is located in the Single Sailor/Liberty Program, Athletics Division, of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) department, Fleet Activities Sasebo, Japan. The purpose of this position is to provide assistance in the operation of the Liberty Center.

Duties

  • DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Position is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the Single Sailor Center.
  • Greets and welcomes patrons in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Provides a casual and warm atmosphere.
  • Enforces operating policies and procedures and ensures that all customers adhere to such policies and procedures.
  • Places orders for supplies, material requests, marketing requests, and work requests.
  • Promotes harmony with and between patrons of the facility, following prescribed customer relations techniques.
  • Discusses patron problems and complaints and attempts to resolve them satisfactory.
  • Keeps abreast of all MWR events and other recreational programs and informs patrons of available programs.
  • Coordinates patron requests for reservations of tours and special events.
  • Answers patrons' questions by phone and inquiries on site.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses, which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter, and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package. Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States. Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency, which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards. To receive consideration for a non-related degree or eligibility based on a combination of education AND experience, a college transcript is required. All transcripts MUST show student’s name and the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study. *If your degree has not been awarded/conferred, you must provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent along with transcript(s). Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html

Required Documents

  • The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume limited to two pages If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation.
  • Proof of SOFA Status: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian).
  • If claiming Military or Family Member Preference: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) AND a copy of marriage certificate.
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.).
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
  • If required under "Qualifications Required" or "How you will be evaluated": provide proof of Education such as high school diploma/GED, clinical licensure, awarded/ conferred academic degree transcript(s) and/or *related coursework transcript(s) relevant to the position.
  • If you are an Enlisted Active Duty Member: provide an approval letter from your command/special Request Chit (This line is for flex positions only) Note: Applications missing any required document(s) will not be eligible for consideration.

About this role

The Recreation Aid position and is based in Sasebo, Japan. This position is located in the Single Sailor/Liberty Program, Athletics Division, of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) department, Fleet Activities Sasebo, Japan.

Day to day, the work involves DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Position is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the Single Sailor Center. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.

Who should apply

Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal recreation services experience this Recreation Aid position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Recreation Aid position in Sasebo, Japan, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.

How competitive it is

Competitiveness for this Recreation Aid role depends mainly on how closely applicants match the stated qualifications. Based in Sasebo, Japan, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings.

This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.

Job Details

Department Department of the Navy
Job Type Intermittent
Location Sasebo, Japan
Salary $15 – $15
Pay Period Per Hour
Closing Date Jul 10, 2026
Posted Jun 26, 2026
Source ID FFR26-0052
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