Supervisory Recreation Specialist (OR) NF-04
United States Army Installation Management Command
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Recreation Aid (Lifeguard)
Air Combat Command
Department of the Air Force
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a lifeguard at a swimming area on Langley Air Force Base in Virginia, where you'll watch over swimmers to keep everyone safe, perform rescues if needed, and handle basic pool maintenance.
It's a temporary, flexible role with no guaranteed hours, ideal for someone who enjoys outdoor activities, has strong swimming skills, and wants to work in a military community setting.
A good fit would be a responsible individual with lifeguard certification and experience in water safety who can handle physical tasks like lifting and cleaning.
Key Requirements
- Approved and current nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods
- Basic first aid training
- CPR training for both child and adult
- Practical knowledge of swimming activities, rules, and procedures
- Skill in using and maintaining pool safety equipment
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
- Experience in observing swimming areas and ensuring patron safety (paid or volunteer)
Full Job Description
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation at Langley Air Force Base, VA.
This is a Temporary Flexible position, not to exceed 30 September 2026. There are no guaranteed hours, however the employee may be scheduled 0 to 40 hours per week.
The primary purpose of this position is to observe swimming area to ensure safety of patrons. Who May Apply: Open to everyone.
Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.
An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/07/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience: Must have an approved and current nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training, and CPR (both child and adult) training.
Must have experience which provides a practical knowledge of swimming activities, rules and procedures and skill in the use and maintenance of various pool safety equipment is desirable.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted. Major Duties:
Continuously observes swimming area to ensure safety of patrons. Ensures the swimming area is open to patrons at scheduled times and only authorized persons are admitted to the area.
Rescues swimmers in trouble, promptly administers first aid, and calls for medical assistance if and when needed.
Warns swimmers of unsafe environmental or health conditions, hazards, and recommends closing swimming areas until safe conditions prevail.
When working at pools, may operate water pumps and control chemical additives to ensure pool water meets specified standards.
Ensures that diving boards are inspected frequently for cracks or loose matting, and that necessary repairs are made.
May perform other related or incidental duties as assigned for the daily operation of the swimming area to include: cleaning of bath houses, wading pools, main pools, pool decks, beach areas, sunbathing areas, etc.
Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12923955
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