Recreation Assistant (Sailing Instructor) – Hickam Harbor Marina

About the opportunity

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Community Programs Branch, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Recreational Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam (JBPHH) in Honolulu, HI. The Recreation Assistant (Sailing Instructor) performs a variety of duties in support of the MWR recreation program, primarily providing instruction on boating safety, sailing, and windsurfing. The incumbent prepares lesson plans for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students, teaching both private one-on-one and group lessons of up to 12 students. The role involves working mainly outdoors under various weather conditions.

Salary and benefits

• Hourly wage of $19.19 to $22.50, dependent on experience and/or education.
• Flexible schedule of 0 to 40 hours per week.
• Note: Flexible scheduled employees are ineligible for benefits and paid time off.

Who can apply?

• Must demonstrate proficiency in sailing and windsurfing.
• Must possess knowledge of navigational aids, water safety, lifesaving, and first aid principles and practices.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and demonstrate the ability to instruct.
• Must know the rules of the Harbor and provide information to customers/students.
• Must be able to work mainly outdoors with exposure to all environmental and weather conditions (wind, rain, storms, high waves, etc.).
• Must be willing to work weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Must be able to handle physical demands, including long periods of sitting/standing, pushing, pulling, and manual labor.

Required documents

• Resume (strictly limited to a two-page limit).
• Proof of education/training/licensure (e.g., awarded/conferred college transcripts, licensure as applicable).
• If applicable: Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration notice of separation.
• If applicable: Military Spouse Preference documentation (sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate).
• If applicable: Veteran's Preference documentation (DD-214 Member-4 page, SF-15, V.A. disability letter, etc.).
• If applicable: Most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 for current/former Federal Employees.

When to apply

• Applications must be submitted by September 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM (EST).

How to apply

• Log into your USAJOBS account (or create one if you do not have one).
• Click 'Apply' to access the online application system.
• Complete the online questionnaire.
• Upload your resume (ensuring it does not exceed the two-page limit) and all other required supporting documents.
• Submit the complete application package before the deadline.

Additional information

• Employment is contingent upon a successful National Agency Background Check and satisfactory reference checks.
• Applicants may be required to participate in medical screening and drug testing.
• Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace; selected candidates must remain drug-free throughout employment.
• Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and demonstrate high ethical conduct.