Summary

This position is assigned to the Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Division; Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR); Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Yokosuka, Japan. The purpose of this position is to assist management with movie program operations including sales, equipment operation, special events, and resale operations.

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This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

Family of overseas employees

Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.

Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: Applicants with SOFA Sponsorship only. This includes applicants with current Military Spouse Preference and Family member preference within a 50-mile radius.

Duties

• Performs duties assigned and provides necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information and support of movie programs.
• Provides information concerning facilities and operation.
• Ensures adherence to regulations, safety, and security procedures.
• Assists in maintaining routine reports and/or performs clerical, custodial and/or general maintenance duties as needed.
• Performs numerous functions in support of recreation and fitness program delivery to include inventory control, equipment inspection, restocking, point of sale system operation, and cash handling.
• Operates a cash register, Point of Sale (POS) system, processes product or service transactions including equipment loans, rentals, resale, and program registration; receives payments and makes change.
• Greets patrons in person, answers the telephone, takes messages, handles customer requests, and makes referrals to the appropriate staff member.
• Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.
• Provides support for recreation events set up and break down.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must successfully pass a NACI/T1 (National Agency Check with Inquiries) background investigation.
• Incumbent must be able to work varied work schedules to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Work may require sitting, walking, long periods of standing, bending and lifting of moderately heavy items up to 40 pounds without assistance and occasional lifting of heavier items with assistance.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Emergency First Responder or CPR Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Food Handlers Certification within 90 days of hire.

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 possess the following:

• General experience of 0-3 months and/or high school graduate or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the MWR department in order to answer customer questions and/or refer customers to the appropriate activity.
• Skilled in keyboarding to include operation of point of sale systems as well as desktop computers.
• Ability to perform basic computer operations.
• Ability to read and comprehend in order to adhere to published rules, regulations, standard operating procedures, checklists, and other guides.
• Ability to perform basic custodial tasks (e.g., sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, dusting, etc.). Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Ability to identify customer needs, deliver expected service and/or resolve routine customer issues. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

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.

Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks.

Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required.

Non-US Citizen or Non-US Bona Fide Resident Alien (Non-Green Card Holder) applicants who are SOFA sponsored must provide a completed police record check with at least seven (7) years of history from the embassy/consulate of their country of citizenship upon receipt of a formal job offer.

Employees (and their family members) who require medical or dental care overseas may experience severe limitations accessing medical care both on the military installation and the local economy, and also could incur costly medical expenses. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:

• 0-3 months general experience

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:

• Work Experience
• Cash Handling Experience

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.
• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
• Proof of SOFA sponsorship: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian)
• If claiming Military Spouse or Family Member Preference: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) AND a copy of marriage certificate
• If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
• If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online. Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement 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. When building or uploading your resume, please note there is a two-page limit. The system will restrict any attempts to submit a longer document.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/21/2026 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/13081615

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=Applicant

To 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 MILL_HQ_NAF_[email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNRJ NAF Human Resources

Phone

81-468-16-5446

Email

FFR_[email protected]

Address

Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka
CNRJ NAF HRO (N941)
PSC 473 Box 12
FPO, AP 96349-0001
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Overview

Accepting applications

Location

4 vacancies in the following location:

Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible

No

Remote job

No

Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

Salary

$15 - $15 per hour

Pay scale & grade

NF 1

Promotion potential

None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule

Intermittent - FLEX: May work between 0-40 hours/week depending on facility needs.

Travel Required

Not required

Appointment type

Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0189 Recreation Aid And Assistant

Supervisory status

No

Federal service type

This job is in the Competitive Service

Represented by a union

No

Drug test

No

Security clearance

Other

Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required

No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number

FFR26-0640

Control number

888083300