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Recreation Assistant - Doggie Daycare

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Newport, RIJob$19.19–21/hrPosted 1 day ago

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Compensation
$19.19–21/hr
Location
Newport, RI
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Recreation Assistant supports the Navy MWR Community Recreation program, including its Doggie Daycare Program. The role provides customer service, administers recreation activities and events, handles sales and equipment rentals, and performs program and inventory administration. It also assists with event promotion, community outreach, staff scheduling, and research and referrals for recreational opportunities on and off base.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceEvent PlanningEvent AdministrationOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationLeisure Activity PlanningRecordkeepingData OrganizationResearchFollowing InstructionsComputer KnowledgeOffice ProceduresPrint Production

Qualifications

Customer Service or Recreation ExperienceNavy MWR KnowledgeRecreation Operations Knowledge

Full job description

Summary

This position is assigned to the Recreation Division; Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR); Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). Performs a variety of duties in support of the MWR Community Recreation program that may include special events, recreation information/resources, command events, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equipment, resale tickets, bowling, Library, Liberty, grab-n-go, movies, and outdoor recreation and the Doggie Daycare Program.

Duties

Provides customer service, information and support of Community Recreation programs and activities. Service to MWR customers includes, but is not limited to: checking patron eligibility to ensure authorized use of recreation facilities, resources and equipment, providing information about activities and program offerings, opening and closing facilities, ordering and restocking supplies, and preparing snack bar menu items or pre­packaged retail items. Collects fees from customers associated with sales of tickets, retail and rental items, as well as from classes, trips, and various other Community Recreation programs using Point of Sales (POS) and computer programs. Is accountable for the accuracy of daily sales transactions and completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) at the end of every shift. Assists in processing customer Internet registrations (i.e. Net Near You), initial log-ins and event registrations. Checks Community Recreation equipment and resources in and out, collects any applicable rental fees, inventories items and completes inspections upon return. Notifies supervisor or program lead if damage or loss has occurred. Ensures all rental or check-out forms are properly completed and reservation and check­out procedures are followed. Conducts inventory, maintains inventory controls and maintains equipment for proper accountability of program equipment and resources. Assists in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of leisure and recreation skills subject areas, in tune with offerings popular in the local area, including but not limited to camping, cycling, sailing, backpacking, canoeing, snow skiing, hiking and water sports. Provides recreation experiences related to leisure skill sets in the form of day and weekend trips. Assists in day-to-day administration of multiple programs to which assigned. Tasks include submission of event after-action reports, patronage data collection and entering program data. Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail goods, supplies and items deemed to have cash value. Performs administrative duties, all of which are accomplished through a variety of means, including computer software programs which track resource inventories, patron usage/comments, and program standards metrics. Assists with recruitment, training and scheduling of Community Recreation staff. Actively supports the command statement on adherence to EEO principles and policies. Assists in the planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of MWR programs and special events. Performs entertainment and promotion scheduling. Assists in updating of electronic and multi-media support tools, as needed. Seeks ways to promote MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base. Promotes use of recreational E-reading resources available through online MWR Library Program resources. Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations (park districts, forest preserve, clubs, special interest groups, etc.) to support and benefit MWR programs. Performs community outreach to assist in the development of contacts. Assists in the creation of professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-up. Researches and provides information and referral for a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base. Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements. Initiates and follows up on maintenance trouble calls to get equipment/facility issues resolved. Provides support for Community Recreation event set up and break down. Performs other duties as assigned as they pertains to the duties of this position. Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate must possess: Combination of experience related to customer service and or recreation activity based functions. Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities. Must be able to work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning and conducting leisure time activities. Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and the entire scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests. Knowledge of the functions, procedures, and operations of recreation activities. Must have strong customer service skills. Ability to maintain records, compile and organize data for reports, and perform research on recreation topics for dissemination to customers. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Knowledge of computers, office procedures and print produc

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement How You Will Be Evaluated

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews. Other Information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

How this job compares

Set against the 75,781 open Customer Service jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$19.19–21/hr
  • Rhode Island median$16–17/hr152 hourly ranges
  • US median$17–19/hr33,554 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $20.10/hr, is 24% above the Rhode Island median midpoint ($16/hr) — in the top quarter of Customer Service hourly ranges in Rhode Island.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 226 open Customer Service jobs in Rhode Island and 75,781 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Rhode Island
Experience
Customer Service postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (9,630 postings).
Education
1,553 of the 75,781 open Customer Service jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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