Recreation Assistant - Marine Forklift Operator

Duties

• Operates diesel-powered forklifts, which are capable of lifting loads weighing 10,000 pounds or more and higher than 168 inches.
• Operates forklifts inside building and outside, to and from marina boat storage areas and at the boat launch area.
• Follows oral or written instructions concerning when and where loads are to be moved and placed.
• Safely handles loads; ensures forklift is not used to lift more weight than the forklift is rated for.
• Drives carefully to avoid injuring other or damaging equipment and property as the forklift is operated in congested areas.
• Performs operator maintenance, such as checking and maintaining proper fluid levels, lubricating as required, cleaning and washing forklifts, spot-painting, and replacing minor forklift parts such as hydraulic hoses or basic mechanical parts.
• Assists customers with launch and recovery of boats using 20K Marine Forklift.
• Coordinates and assists other staff members in preparing recreational facilities and equipment for use in the Community Recreation/Recreational Lodging/Marina Program.
• Assists in implementing planned activities and programs by preparing required supplies, material and other resources necessary for operations. Ensures that the facilities and equipment are in good operating order and free of safety hazards.
• Also assists by answering customer inquiries, providing program information, and other duties relating to the operation of the facility.
• Drives government vehicle in support of recreation programs and events.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Your application/Resume MUST reflect the skill and knowledge required for this position. as stated in the DUTIES section of this announcement.
• Must be willing to work the morning shift (beginning at 0500) OR the evening shift (ending at 2300).

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  • Resume
  • Include name and contact information for at least three (3) professional references in your resume
  • Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.
  • Proof of certification, if applicable to position requirements.
  • If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
  • If you are a current federal employee, submit your last three evaluations.

  
  APPLICANTS CLAIMING HIRING PREFERENCE: Please ensure your status is indicated in your USAJOBS account and ALL required documents to claim preference are submitted at the time of resume submission.
  
  WHAT ARE PREFERENCES? Preferences are advantages in the candidate selection process. Individuals can claim the following preferences:1. Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Qualifying separated employees shall have priority placement in the NAF activity from which they were separated as a result of a Business Based Action (BBA), when the position has substantially the same duties as the position from which they were separated and it is not a higher grade or employment category, provided the position is not being filled by an internal candidate.
  
  To claim this preference, you MUST:

  • Submit a copy of your BBA Separation Notification indicating eligibility for RPL.

  2. Military Spouse Preference (MSP): Qualifying spouses eligible for MSP are spouses of an active duty military member of the U.S. Armed Forces, including members of the National Guard or Reserves on active duty. The marriage must have occurred before the military member received official permanent change of station (PCS) orders to the installation listed above. MSP is applicable only when applying for NAF positions at the NF-03 and below and equivalent craft and trade (CT) positions.
  To claim this preference, you MUST:

  • Submit sponsor's PCS orders to installation you are applying for; AND
  • If you are not indicated as a spouse on the PCS orders, you MUST submit proof of marriage prior to PCS.

  
  3. Veteran's Preference/Gold Star Veteran's Preference: Qualifying military veterans, and spouses/parents of deceased veterans shall be given employment preference over non-preference applicants if they are equally qualified. Preference applicable for positions open to external candidates.
  
  To claim Veteran's preference, you MUST:

  • Submit a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy); AND
  • Submit completed SF15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND-Submit any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc.)

  
  To claim Gold Star Veteran's preference, you MUST:

  • Submit completed SF-15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND
  • Submit a legible copy of DD-1300; AND
  • Submit any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc.).

  
  ***Qualifying applicants with preferences are considered in the order listed above. Then all other qualifying applicants are considered.

• How to Apply

  To begin the process, click on the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USA JOBS account.

  Application process is submitted through your USA JOBS account. Resumes/ Applications received other than by USA JOBS will be destroyed and will not be considered.

  It is the applicant's responsibility to verify all the information in their resume and documents; HR will not modify documents submitted by an applicant. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in the resume.

  Qualifications must be clearly verifiable in your resume. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates, and government agency/department.

  Where a first cut-off date is indicated, a selection may be made from the resumes/applications received as of the specified first cut-off date. Completed applications (resume, supporting documentation, etc.) must be received by 11:59pm Eastern Time on the cut-off/closing date. If more than one resume is received, only the last resume received will be reviewed.

  Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit. You must submit all required documentation or you will not be considered for the position. Failure to submit all the required documentation may result in not be considered for the position.
  
  The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/25/2025 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/12720293
  
  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

  Agency contact information

  Cassandra Ducote

  Phone

  850-234-4056

  Email

  Cassandra.M.Ducote.naf@us.navy.mil

  Address

  NSA Panama City
  101 Vernon Ave Bldg 468
  Panama City, FL 32407-7018
  US

  Next steps

  All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted by email for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement closing date. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that communication is performed via email if you do not read your email, provide an inaccurate email address and/ or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

This position is opened to applicants in the local commuting area of Panama City, FL only.