Overview

Federal Recreation Assistant (Facilities Operator) NF-02

Location: USAG Italy – MWR, Warrior Zone, Del Den Recreation Center, Vicenza, Italy Pay Rate: $16.35 to $17.35 per hour Appointment Type: Intermittent (Flex-20, guaranteeing 20 hours per week) Application Deadline: November 18, 2025

Job Summary: MWR Facilities Operations Support

This position is located within the US Army’s Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) facilities in Vicenza, Italy. The Recreation Assistant acts as a Facilities Operator, providing essential logistical, custodial, and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of recreation centers like the Warrior Zone and Del Den. This role requires flexibility to work a rotating shift schedule.

Core Duties and Operational Responsibilities

The assistant works under the Facilities Operations Team Leader, focusing on maintaining equipment, funds, and facility readiness.

  • Equipment Management: Issues and receives recreational equipment to authorized users. Cleans and maintains recreation equipment and supplies.

  • Financial Oversight: Collects applicable fees for items issued, accurately accounts for monies collected, safeguards funds, and makes daily bank deposits.

  • Facilities Maintenance: Cleans and maintains the facility area. Operates minor equipment and performs self-help maintenance on facilities and equipment. Prepares work orders for maintenance that cannot be completed internally.

  • Inventory and Logistics: Prepares requirement lists for supplies and equipment. Monitors inventories, noting the number and condition of items on hand.

Candidate Requirements and Preferred Qualifications

The position requires a demonstrated ability to perform the duties listed and adherence to specific conditions of employment.

Required Qualifications (Mandatory):

  • Demonstrated ability to perform the duties described above (must be clearly reflected on the resume).

  • Must have and retain a valid driver’s license.

Highly Preferred / Best Qualified Criteria (Competitive Edge):

  • Must be familiar with the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) program.

  • Experience in creating programming and planning events/activities in a Recreation Center.

Conditions of Employment:

  • Must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, and Special MWR events.

  • Satisfactory completion of background requirements is mandatory.

Eligibility and Application Details

This is a competitive appointment open to applicants who meet specific status and residency requirements within the Vicenza commuting area.

Area of Consideration (Who Can Apply):

  • U.S. Citizens and U.S. Nationals.

  • Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

  • US resident alien family members of US sponsors who are citizens of NATO countries (other than Italy) and possess a valid green card and US Social Security Number (SSN).

  • Includes Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Family Member Preference (FMP) eligible candidates.

Application Submission:

  • Deadline: 11/18/2025. Manual applications must be received by 1500 CET on this date.

  • Resume: Must be two pages or less.

  • Required Documents: Resume is the only document explicitly required for submission.

APPLY IMMEDIATELY: Limited Time Window

Due to the limited application window, all interested candidates should submit their application immediately. Ensure your resume highlights any experience with the BOSS program and recreation event planning for the highest consideration

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