Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard) NF-02
United States Army Installation Management Command
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Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) NF-01
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a lifeguard at pools on a military base in Virginia, where you'll watch swimmers, enforce safety rules, and respond to emergencies by performing rescues and first aid.
It's a great fit for someone who enjoys working with people, stays calm under pressure, and has a passion for water safety and teaching basic swimming skills.
No prior professional experience is required beyond the necessary certifications, making it accessible for young adults or fitness enthusiasts.
Key Requirements
- Current Lifeguarding certification from American Red Cross or equivalent (e.g., Star Guard, YMCA, ELLIS)
- American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent (e.g., American Heart Association CPR/AED)
- First Aid certification from American Red Cross or equivalent
- Ability to provide maximum surveillance of pool areas and respond to emergencies, including rescues
- Knowledge of safety rules and procedures for aquatic facilities
- Assistance in conducting swim lessons or water survival training
- Customer service skills and ability to maintain clean, hazard-free pool areas
Full Job Description
This position is located at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid. Resumes must be two pages (or less).
Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following: Possesses and maintains the following certifications: Lifeguarding and First Aid (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e.
Star Guard, YMCA, or ELLIS); American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional; CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED); First Aid.
Certifications must be uploaded to the documents section when submitting the application. Failure to provide the requested Certificates will result in your application being rated as ineligible.
Major Duties:
- Serves as a lifeguard for indoor and outdoor pools and works under the direction of the Installation Aquatics Program Manager. Employs safety rules for the protection of the pool guests.
- Responsible for lifeguarding guests in attendance at the assigned aquatics facility. Provides maximum pool area surveillance and responds to emergencies; rescues pool patrons and administers first aid as required.
- Responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to TC 21-21 or assisting with American Red Cross swim lessons as an Aide. Attend aquatics and/or safety training as directed.
- Adheres to Customer Service standards of the Installation. Assists in maintaining pool, and area clean and free from any hazards. Performs periodic water tests and reports results to the pool leader on duty.
- Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules, and follows facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions. Performs other duties as assigned.
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