Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Arts and Crafts Director)

Summary

About the position: This position will be assigned to the 92 Force Support Squadron, Arts and Crafts Center, Fairchild AFB, WA. Responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Arts and Crafts Program. Programs include the following: Auto Skills Program, Woodcraft Program, Multi-Crafts Program, Frame Shop and the Engraving Shop. This is a Regular Full time position; guaranteed 35-40 hours per week; depending on the needs of the facility.

Duties

• Responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Arts and Crafts Program. Programs include the following: Auto Skills Program, Woodcraft Program, Multi-Crafts Program, Frame Shop and the Engraving Shop. Implements higher level directives and formulates procedures and programs to ensure high standards of recreational and promotional programs. Develops long and short range plans and accurately determine resources needed to support the programs. Routinely identifies overall objectives and priorities for subordinate sections and effectively determines how resources will be allocated. Evaluates the Arts and Crafts Program to determine identification of needs, available and potential resources, establishment of priorities and justification of program and financial status. Confers with base officials in devising and implementing programs and activities that appeal to and influence/improve the quality of life for eligible personnel. Prepares and maintains the necessary data to program, justify and submit annual appropriated fund operations and maintenance (O&M) budget and the non-appropriated fund budget. Directs the development of marketing/publicity plans, policies, programs and strategies to enable the marketing director to produce appropriate publicity material being utilized and widely disseminated. Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Structures assignments and assigns work; establishes work priorities and deadlines; develops work plans; hears group or individual grievances or complaints; schedules and grants leave; determines training needs; applies EEO concepts and requirements; selects, disciplines and evaluates employees; maintains a safe and appropriate working environment and gives instruction and guidance in the substantive work of the organization. Executes and completes Flight assignment as delegated by the Flight Chief. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13106864

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, 11/06/2026 Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and 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 the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have at least two (2) years of progressively responsible administrative, professional, technical or other work which has provided a general knowledge of management principles and practices or progressively responsible experience in one or more areas of the functions in the Arts and Crafts Program. Degree in Recreation or a comparable field is desirable. Knowledge and experience of budget cycles and non-appropriated/appropriated fund budget requirements. Supervisory experience is required. Must be able to work in an environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels, dust, grease and dirt

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.