Recreation Programmer Specialist (Assistant Manager)

Department of the Air Force

Malmstrom AFB, Montana Full-time $25 – $25 Closes Jul 17, 2026

Summary

This position will be assigned to the 341 FSS Outdoor Recreation and is a supervisory position which requires a probationary period. This position is considered regular full-time; guaranteed 35 hrs, but could work up to 40 hrs per week. This position requires work outside of normal business and irregular work schedules to include nights and some weekends.It will require some travel in and out of the local area.

Duties

  • Responsible for the efficient and effective operation of a diverse and comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Program including, but not limited to, swimming, hiking, camping, boating, fishing/ice fishing, hunting, horseback riding, white water rafting, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, backpacking, snowshoeing, caving, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and zip line events.
  • Required to drive government vehicle(s) on public roads to transport people and equipment on outdoor recreation adventure trips as needed.
  • Develops annual operation plan that defines the organizational structure; sets staff duties and responsibilities and establishes long/short term goals and procedures; extracts market demand information; establishes maintenance plans for facilities and equipment; creates public relations programs; works with the Marketing Department to ensure adequate publicity, marketing and commercial sponsorship support.
  • Helps base personnel establish clubs for specialized outdoor recreation activities. Provides an ongoing education program designed to promote the regional use, and sound protection and conservation of the natural resources and facilities.
  • Coordinates with the various civilian communities to contract for selected outdoor recreation and adventure activities. Makes use of base and community resources in the planning coordinating of recurring and new activities.
  • Personally instructs or arranges for paid and/or volunteer instructors to conduct classes in various outdoor recreation activities deemed popular by current trends or customer demand. Establishes and maintains various facility, personnel, program, and financial records.
  • Develops long range capital expenditure and facility improvement budgets. Assists Outdoor Supervisory Recreation Specialist with submitting annual budgets and quarterly revisions. Prepares and maintains data necessary to support short and long range Appropriated and Non-Appropriated budgets.
  • Accounts for funds involved in the operation of the Outdoor Recreation Program and ensures proper cash handling procedures are followed. Responsible for workforce management, recruitment, and uses of recreational equipment and tools.
  • Identifies the need for and conducts or arranges for additional training for subordinate staff/volunteers. Provides safety orientation to participants prior to taking part in program activities. Maintains responsibility for equipment maintenance and ensures equipment is in safe and working condition.
  • Recommends changes to supervisor. Subject to uncommon tour duty, shift work, weekends, and holidays as well as staying overnight as programs require. Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Assists Outdoor Supervisory Recreation Specialist with functions such as: accounting duties (performing end-of-day cash handling procedures, prepares cashier reports, reconciles, budgets, and ensures proper accounting for controlled forms), utilize SETS for scheduling purposes, inventory and has proficient knowledge of all Point-Of-Sale equipment.
  • Performs required Outdoor Supervisory Recreation Specialist duties as needed in the absence of Outdoor Supervisory Recreation Specialist to ensure operational continuity. Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12999719.

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.

Required Documents

  • Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference – MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,).
  • The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement: License Driving Record Resume Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
  • Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Diploma/ GED Disability Letter (VA) License Driving Record Other (2) PCS Orders Professional Certification Proof of Marriage Status Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-50/ Notification of Personnel.
  • Action Transcript As described above.
  • your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire.
  • and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
  • Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you.
  • You may sanitize these documents to remove another person’s personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

About this role

The Recreation Programmer Specialist (Assistant Manager) position and is based in Malmstrom AFB, Montana. This position will be assigned to the 341 FSS Outdoor Recreation and is a supervisory position which requires a probationary period.

Day to day, the work involves required to drive government vehicle(s) on public roads to transport people and equipment on outdoor recreation adventure trips as needed. 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 Programmer Specialist (Assistant Manager) position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Recreation Programmer Specialist (Assistant Manager) position in Malmstrom AFB, Montana, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.

How competitive it is

Competitiveness for this Recreation Programmer Specialist (Assistant Manager) role depends mainly on how closely applicants match the stated qualifications. Because it is a supervisory or senior position, expect experienced candidates and a strong emphasis on a documented leadership and performance record. Based in Malmstrom AFB, Montana, 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 Air Force
Job Type Full-time
Location Malmstrom AFB, Montana
Salary $25 – $25
Pay Period Per Hour
Closing Date Jul 17, 2026
Posted Jul 3, 2026
Source ID 26-5JFSW390162
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