Recreation Specialist Programmer (Outdoor Activities) FT – 6633

OMB NO: 1625-0120:

Expiration Date: 01/30/2025

Announcement: 6633

Opening Date: 04 February 2026                                                Pay Plan/Series/Pay Band: NF-0188-03

Closing Date: Until Filled                                                            Work Schedule: Full Time (30-40 hours/week)

Position: Recreation Specialist Pgrm (Outdoor Activities)     Salary: $25.00/hour +DOE*

Who May Apply: All Sources                                                      Location: Kodiak, AK - MWR

*Rate will depend on experience

DUTIES:

• Plans, develops, coordinates, and conducts a variety of classes and trips in support of a diverse Outdoor Recreation Program (ODR). Within overall plans developed by higher levels, selects activities and services to be offered in addition to required basic programs. Schedules, publicizes, and promotes various classes, trips, and other activities specifically targeting high-risk adventure programs. Ensures compliance with state and local agencies and their regulatory requirements. Analyzes all related costs and calculates prices based on these. Accounts for all funds involved in the program and makes recommendations. Assists with the budget for fiscal year program requirements. Develops and implements procedures to monitor, track and document program effectiveness and success. Reports progress and make recommendations on program planning, coordination and follow-up procedures to the Chief, Outdoor Recreation. Utilizes various software programs in researching, networking, exchanging information and establishing historical files. Resolve customer issues and complaints. Monitors and tracks complaints to evaluate and then ensure quality service and client satisfaction. Assists the Chief, Outdoor Recreation in planning, developing, and conducting an outdoor recreation training program, as well as a risk management plan. Monitors the condition and inventory of equipment, supplies, and facilities used to support the program. Requisitions of new equipment and supplies. Performs preventative maintenance on OAP equipment and assists in repairing and maintaining all recreation equipment assigned to Outdoor Recreation. Assists the Chief, Outdoor Recreation in managing all facilities associated with the program; marketing, online reservation platform, check in/out for rentals, inspections of facilities, maintenance of grounds and roads as needed (snow removal, gravel movement, etc), and other tasks as assigned by supervisor. Assigns, directs, and reviews the work of assigned employees and volunteers. Recruits, organizes and trains part-time contracted guides, volunteer leaders, and program coordinators. Assigns work, explains work requirements, methods and procedures to ensure proper accomplishment of assigned activities. Evaluates work performances of OAP volunteers and contracted guides. Assists the Chief, Outdoor Recreation in providing transportation/vehicle support to the Outdoor Recreation Program. Plans and schedules assigned vehicles to support the needs of the Outdoor Recreation Program. Requests and coordinates vehicle requirements from transportation or other sources when assigned vehicles are unable to meet program needs. Assists the Chief, Outdoor Recreation in implementing an overall program on safety, maintenance, vehicle operations, and inspections or assigned non-appropriated fund vehicles. Assists the Boat House manager in operations as needed, to include front desk support, trailering operations, preventative maintenance on gear, inspections, shift lead for opening or closing of facility. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Supports all aspects of MWR programming and activities as needed.

You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications below. Your resume/application must demonstrate the required experience/education. Please see additional information on how your application is evaluated.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Qualification Requirements:

Minimum:

• Must have extensive knowledge of the concepts, principles, and techniques of a broad range of outdoor recreation programs. Documented experience in the outdoor recreation field with appropriate certifications, e.g., Wilderness First Aid, Kayak Instructor, Swift Water Rescue, etc.
• Strong organization, planning & communication skills. Skilled in Microsoft and Adobe suites.
• Must be capable of lifting 40+ pounds over long distances.
• Pre-employment physical required
• CPR/First Aid certification w/ AED required or must be capable of obtaining within 6 months of hire.
• Must have valid driver’s license and provide annual copy of DMV driving record.
• Must be capable of obtaining a CG trailering certification within 6 months of hire.
• Drug tested position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with

Inquiries (NACI).

Preferred:

• ORD 1 and ORD 2 certifications from US Air Force
• Certifications in rock climbing, swift water rescue, lifeguard, mountain biking, wilderness first aid, EMT.
• In depth knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, e.g., boaters’ safety, camping safety, etc.

USCG COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMAND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS:

By choosing to work for the Coast Guard Community Services Command, you will enjoy one of the best benefit packages available anywhere. Benefit offerings are subject to applicable worker categories (Full-time, Part-time, Intermittent), location, position, and length of time in service.

• Paid Annual and Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible/Dependent Spending Account
• Pension Plan
• 401k Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave

OTHER ESSENTIAL INFORMATION:

• Residency Requirements: Non-U.S. nationals, who are authorized to work in the U.S. and applying for any DHS position, must have resided within the United States, or U.S. territories, for at least three of the last five years.
• Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer as the Standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes.
• Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless covered by an exemption under the Selective Service Law, in accordance with 5 U.S. Code 3378.  Selectee will be required to provide a written statement regarding his registration status unless he is exempted by this statute.
• Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check and all pre-employment requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, background checks, security clearances, drug testing, verification of employment history, and any other requirements applicable to this position. Additionally, you may be required to meet specific job-related qualifications or certifications as a condition of your employment.
• Applicants may not be employed in the chain of command of their relatives.
• This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

HOW TO APPLY:

Additional Information on how you will be evaluated:

Your resume or application must clearly demonstrate the required experience and/or education. Experience includes both paid and unpaid work, such as volunteer service through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, community, student, social, committee, sports, or internships). Volunteer work can help develop essential skills, competencies, and leadership experience that may translate directly to paid employment. Your resume is the primary tool used to assess your qualifications. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to provide clear, specific, and detailed descriptions of your experience.

You MUST submit a resume or any other written format in English of your choice. It is recommended the resume clearly identifies: (1) The announcement number, title and pay band of the job you are applying for, and, (2) Information such as full name; mailing address; country of citizenship (U.S. Citizenship required OR valid authorization to work in the US); highest Federal grade or NAF pay band held with job series, title, and dates held (if applicable); a statement requiring proof of veterans’ preference by means of DD 214; education; and relevant work experience including start/end dates, supervisor’s name and phone number, salary and title, series and grade if experience was with a non-appropriated fund instrumentality of the Federal government.  You should also include a copy of your most recent performance appraisal if you are a current Federal or NAF employee.  Applications may not be sent in franked Government envelopes; applications filed in this fashion will not receive consideration.  If information is not complete, you may be excluded from consideration. The first application and/or resume submitted for a specific requisition will be considered the only submission. Any duplicate submissions to the same requisition will not be considered. The application date will be used in determining these factors.

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Recreation Specialist Programmer (Outdoor Activities) FT – 6633

Kodiak, AK, US

Equal Employment Opportunity: All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit factor such as race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.

PRIVACY ACT NOTICE:

Authority: The U.S. Coast Guard rates applicants under the authority of Title 5 of U.S. Code, Sections 301, 1104, 1302, 2103, 3301, 3304, Executive Order 9397, and Departmental Regulations.

Principal Purpose: To collect information needed to determine how well an applicant’s education and work experience qualifies them for the job they are applying for.

Routine Use: This information provided will be shared with the hiring manager and interview panel members. It may also be shared in response to a request for discovery or for appearance of a witness, information that is relevant to the subject matter involved in a pending judicial or administrative proceeding.

Disclosure: Voluntary, however, failure to disclose the requested information may result in an applicant not receiving consideration for a position in which the information is needed.

Paperwork Reduction Act Statement: An agency may not conduct or sponsor an information collection, and a person is not required to respond to this information unless it displays a current valid OMB control number and an expiration date. The control number for this collection is OMB 1625-0120, expiration 01/30/2025. The estimated average time to complete this application is 40 minutes. If you have any comments regarding the burden estimate you can write to U.S. Coast Guard, Community Services Command, 510 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320.

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