Supervisory Recreation Assistant NF-03
United States Army Installation Management Command
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Recreation Aid (LIFEGUARD)
Air Education and Training Command
Department of the Air Force
Location
Alabama
Salary
$16 - $20.76
per hour
Type
Closes
April 4, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a lifeguard at a pool on a military base in Alabama, where you'll watch swimmers to keep everyone safe, perform rescues if needed, and handle basic pool maintenance like cleaning and checking water quality.
It's a flexible, part-time role that lasts until October 2026, ideal for someone who enjoys outdoor work, has strong swimming skills, and wants to help ensure a safe environment for base users.
A good fit would be a responsible individual with lifeguard training and experience in water safety, comfortable with physical tasks and varying hours.
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 and safety equipment
- Ability to lift and carry 45 pounds (occasionally more with assistance)
- Experience in observing patrons, performing rescues, and administering first aid
Full Job Description
About the position: This position will be assigned to the Aviation Cadet Pool, Outdoor Recreation on Maxwell AFB, AL.
This position is an Intermittent/Flexible position, which means you may be scheduled from 0 to 40 hours per week based on mission need.
This position is a Term position and the appointment will not last beyond 31 Oct 2026 Physical Effort: Must be able to lift and carry 45 pounds and occasionally over with assistance.
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, 04/04/2026 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 and safety equipment is desirable.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Major Duties:
Duties and Responsibilities: The following are duties you may be required to accomplish but it is not all inclusive: - 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, ocean conditions of rough water or 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.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12878620
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