Recreation Aid (Teen Employment Program)
About This Position
Navy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) offers early care and youth services in center-based (birth to five), facility-based (age 5-12), and recreational environments (school age care; teen; youth sports and fitness). Learn more about us at https://www.navycyp.org. Recreation Aid (Teen Employment Program) for NSA Naples will include working at our CYP and YSF locations: Support Site, Capodichino, and Carney Park.
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 is 14 years of age and no older than 18 years unless still enrolled in high school and possesses the following: Knowledge of basic mathematics.
Knowledge of recreational activities. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). Ability to accurately complete written reports and/or forms Ability to learn CYP/MWR policies, rules, and regulations involving work areas.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to safely and properly use common cleaning equipment and materials. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, in English.
Major Duties
Duties include but are not limited to: - Assists in the programming, planning, and implementation of a variety of recurring and non-recurring activities for children/youth. - Works with assigned personnel to ensure that facilities are maintained in the proper state of cleanliness both inside and out and assists in preparing areas for scheduled events. - Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures. - Assists with the supervision of children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events. - Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable. - Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule.- Sets up displays and bulletin boards. - Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies.- Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities for activities. -Assists in maintaining routine reports and/or performs general clerical duties. -Assists in general maintenance and cleaning duties.
Education
No 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. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided 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.
Applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for the grade level they are qualified for. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
Additional Information
The NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) between Italy and the United States prohibits the hiring of any person who holds Italian citizenship and is considered a Dual National by the Italian Government into any U.S. position. Those U.S. citizens who are considered "ordinarily resident" in Italy are also ineligible for employment by U.S. commands and activities in Italy. Contractors and their family members are also ineligible as they do not have civilian component status.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required.
Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
How to Apply
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/27/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12903329 It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=ApplicantTo verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.
Required Documents
The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume with activities, volunteering, complete work history including job title, start and end dates, and highlighting qualifications relevant to the vacancy announcement. 2 Reference Letters Copy of U.S. Government no-fee passport showing picture, passport number and expiration date Copy of PCS Orders with applicants name listed as dependent Copy of Italian Visa Copy of Sojourner's Permit (or receipt of application)