Recreation Assistant - Lead Lifeguard (Summer Hire)
Air Education and Training Command
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Recreation Aid - Lifeguard (Summer Hire)
Air Education and Training Command
Department of the Air Force
Job Description
Summary
This summer job as a lifeguard at an outdoor pool on a New Mexico Air Force base involves watching swimmers to keep everyone safe, performing rescues and first aid if needed, and maintaining the pool area.
It's a flexible, temporary role with no guaranteed hours, ideal for someone energetic and responsible who enjoys working outdoors in a community setting.
A good fit would be a certified lifeguard or someone with water safety experience looking for seasonal work near Holloman AFB.
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 work flexible days and evenings, Monday through Sunday
- Reside within 100-mile radius of Holloman AFB, New Mexico
Full Job Description
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to Outdoor Recreation (Outdoor Pool) on Holloman AFB, NM.
The incumbent will work days and evenings, Monday through Sunday. This position is a Flexible position (0 Guaranteed Hours). Military Spouse Preference is not lost if selected for this position.
This is a temporary position, Not to Exceed 30-SEP-2026.
This position may qualify for recruitment incentives The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents within a 100-mile radius of Holloman AFB, New Mexico.
Recruitment limited only to the local commuting area of Holloman AFB. USAJobs profile address must reflect an address within a 100-mile radius of Holloman AFB, New Mexico.
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, 06/04/2026 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.
Experience which provides practical knowledge of swimming activities, rules and procedures and skill in the use and maintenance of various pool and safety equipment is desirable. Major Duties:
The primary purpose of this position is to observe swimming area to ensure safety of patrons at the Outdoor Pool on Holloman AFB.
The primary duties of this position include, but are not limited to: 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.
Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12902388
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