MWR Recreation Assistant (Sports & Fitness)
Commander, Navy Installations Command
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Recreation Aid (Lifeguard)
Air Force Materiel Command
Department of the Air Force
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a lifeguard at the aquatics center on Edwards Air Force Base in California, where you'll monitor swimmers for safety, enforce pool rules, perform rescues if needed, and maintain the facility's cleanliness and equipment.
It's a part-time or seasonal role open to most applicants, including veterans and military spouses.
A good fit would be someone who enjoys water activities, has basic lifeguard training, and is reliable in keeping people safe in a busy pool environment.
Key Requirements
- Experience in swimming activities, rules, and procedures, including paid, unpaid, or volunteer work
- Current certification from American Red Cross or equivalent nationally recognized lifeguard program, with no breaks in certification
- At least 16 years of age
- Ability to pass a basic swim test administered by base staff
- Skill in using and maintaining pool and safety equipment
- Competency in water safety observation, rescues, first aid, and emergency procedures
- Willingness to perform cleaning, maintenance, and related duties like chemical checks
Full Job Description
About the position:: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Pools at the Aquatics Center on Edwards Air Force Base. 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, 02/19/2026 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 experience that provides a practical knowledge of swimming activities, rules, and procedures; skill in the use and maintenance of various pool and safety equipment is highly desirable.
Must be able to maintain good standings with American Red Cross (or other nationally recognized) Certification and stay current with no break in certificates. Must be at least 16 years of age.
Must be able to pass basic swim test administered by lifeguard instruction of Edwards AFB staff or other qualified ODR staff member.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Major Duties:
Continuously and vigilantly observes swimming areas and surroundings to ensure water safety rules and pool regulations are observed by all patrons, utilizing a good knowledge of all aspects of water safety.
Coordinates the opening and closing of the swimming areas to authorized patrons at appropriate times. Ensures only authorized patrons to utilize the facilities.
Performs proper skills and training to rescue distressed patrons, and promptly administers the appropriate first aid and emergency medical procedures.
Notifies swimmers and leadership of unsafe environments or health conditions and provides appropriate recommendations (i.e. closing swimming areas until safe conditions prevail).
Inspects all equipment daily for malfunctions and confirms that all necessary repairs are made.
Responsible for the cleanliness of swimming pools, locker rooms, dressing areas, shower rooms, latrines, etc.
May be responsible for completing and recording preventative maintenance and cleaning IAW all Air Force and other regulations (i.e. water temperature checks, chemical checks, etc.).
May be required to assist swim instructors. Performs all other related and/or incidental duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12876296
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