RECREATION SPECIALIST (LIFEGUARD SUPERVISOR/ SWIM INSTRUCTOR)
Air Education and Training Command
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RECREATION AID (LIFEGUARD)
Air Education and Training Command
Department of the Air Force
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a lifeguard at an Air Force base's outdoor recreation program in Mississippi, where you'll monitor swimmers, enforce safety rules, perform rescues, and maintain pool or beach areas during the busy season.
It's a flexible, part-time role with no guaranteed hours or benefits, ideal for someone energetic and responsible who enjoys working outdoors and has lifeguarding experience.
A good fit would be students, seasonal workers, or volunteers passionate about water safety and community recreation.
Key Requirements
- Current nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods
- Basic first aid training certification
- CPR certification for both child and adult
- For coastal roles: Additional surf rescue techniques training
- Practical knowledge of swimming activities, rules, procedures, and safety equipment
- Ability to pass National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) and background checks
- Experience in observing patrons, performing rescues, and maintaining facilities (paid or volunteer)
Full Job Description
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the 14th FSS Outdoor Recreation Program. This is a seasonal, flexible position with 0 guaranteed hours.
This position is not eligible for benefits.. 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, 02/15/2026 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: For pool and aquatic center lifeguards: Must have an approved and current nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water recue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training, and CPR( both child and adult) training.
For coastal lifeguards: In addition to the above, must also have surf rescue techniques 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.
Satisfactory completion of installation records checks, state and national criminal background checks ay be required for positions that provide lifesaving duties for children.
Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: 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, 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 controls 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/12880731
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