Recreation Assistant (Skills Developement)
Air Education and Training Command
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RECREATION AID (Lifeguard)
Air Force Global Strike Command
Department of the Air Force
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a lifeguard at an outdoor aquatics center on a military base in New Mexico, where you'll watch over swimmers, ensure their safety, perform rescues if needed, and maintain the pool area during the summer season.
It's a flexible, short-term position that could appeal to someone energetic and responsible who enjoys working outdoors and helping people stay safe in the water.
A good fit would be a certified lifeguard with some experience in swimming facilities, available for part-time hours up to 40 per week.
Key Requirements
- Current Lifeguard Certification including CPR and First Aid
- Practical knowledge of swimming activities, rules, and procedures
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and push/pull 100 pounds
- Experience in using and maintaining pool and safety equipment
- Competency in observing patrons, performing rescues, and administering first aid
- Ability to operate water pumps and control chemical additives for pool maintenance
- Flexible employment availability up to 40 hours per week for summer (up to 120 days)
Full Job Description
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Aquatics Center, Kirtland AFB, NM.
This position will be filled as Flexible employment category; guarantees 00 hrs/week (may work up to 40 hrs/wk). This position is for a Summer Hire position NTE 120 Days after start date.
Position requires current Lifeguard Certification (Lifeguard/CPR/First Aid). 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, 03/12/2026 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 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.
Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds, and push/pull 100 pounds. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Major Duties:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 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/12899230
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