US Department of Defense
Recreation Assistant (Leisure Activities) NF-02
US Department of Defense, Fort Drum, New York, United States, 13602
Recreation Assistant (Leisure Activities) NF-02
Join our team at the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) at Fort Drum. We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of Soldiers and their Families by providing essential support services, including child and youth programs and a variety of recreational activities that directly contribute to Soldier readiness and well-being. This position is located at Outdoor Recreation within the Business and Recreation Division. Incentives and Bonuses are not paid. Salary will be determined by the Hiring Manager based on the candidate's relevant experience and education. $18.61 to $19.16 per hour Salary will be determined by the Hiring Manager based on the candidate's relevant experience and education. Location: Few vacancies in the following location: Fort Drum, NY This position requires a favorably adjudicated T1/NACI background investigation. Must have, or be able to obtain by the start of employment, American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED certifications. Must have, or be able to obtain by the start of employment, a valid state driver's license. This job does not have an education qualification requirement. This is a Standing Register job announcement creating a pool of qualified applicants. Candidates will be referred to hiring officials as positions become available. The first consideration period for applications ended on 12/22/2025 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Applications received after this date will only be considered if more vacancies arise. Area of Consideration: This job is open to U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who meet these requirements: You must live within 100 miles of Fort Drum, NY. AND If you are a Non-U.S. National, you must have lived in the U.S. or a U.S. Territory for at least three years in a row right before starting this job. Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) are included in this area of consideration. Manual Application Option: If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00 p.m. EST by Initial Cut-Off date to receive first consideration but no later than 3:00 p.m. EST on 03/17/2026 to ensure timely processing. Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating. Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See
https://www.tsa.gov/real-id
for details. Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date. Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared. Click this URL to view the kit:
https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf .
Join our team at the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) at Fort Drum. We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of Soldiers and their Families by providing essential support services, including child and youth programs and a variety of recreational activities that directly contribute to Soldier readiness and well-being. This position is located at Outdoor Recreation within the Business and Recreation Division. Incentives and Bonuses are not paid. Salary will be determined by the Hiring Manager based on the candidate's relevant experience and education. $18.61 to $19.16 per hour Salary will be determined by the Hiring Manager based on the candidate's relevant experience and education. Location: Few vacancies in the following location: Fort Drum, NY This position requires a favorably adjudicated T1/NACI background investigation. Must have, or be able to obtain by the start of employment, American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED certifications. Must have, or be able to obtain by the start of employment, a valid state driver's license. This job does not have an education qualification requirement. This is a Standing Register job announcement creating a pool of qualified applicants. Candidates will be referred to hiring officials as positions become available. The first consideration period for applications ended on 12/22/2025 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Applications received after this date will only be considered if more vacancies arise. Area of Consideration: This job is open to U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who meet these requirements: You must live within 100 miles of Fort Drum, NY. AND If you are a Non-U.S. National, you must have lived in the U.S. or a U.S. Territory for at least three years in a row right before starting this job. Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) are included in this area of consideration. Manual Application Option: If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00 p.m. EST by Initial Cut-Off date to receive first consideration but no later than 3:00 p.m. EST on 03/17/2026 to ensure timely processing. Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating. Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See
https://www.tsa.gov/real-id
for details. Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date. Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared. Click this URL to view the kit:
https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf .