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Posted: February 9, 2026 (2 days ago)

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Recreation Aid (Lifeguard)

United States Space Force

Department of the Air Force

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Salary

$16.90 - $24.77

per hour

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Job Description

Summary

This job is for a lifeguard at a swimming pool run by the U.S.

Space Force in California, where you'll watch over swimmers to keep everyone safe, perform rescues if needed, and handle basic pool maintenance like checking water quality and cleaning areas.

It's a good fit for someone who enjoys outdoor activities, has strong swimming skills, and wants a role focused on public safety in a military community setting.

No prior paid experience is strictly required, as volunteer work counts, making it accessible for motivated beginners with the right certifications.

Key Requirements

  • Current nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods
  • Basic first aid training certification
  • CPR certification for both child and adult
  • Practical knowledge of swimming activities, rules, and procedures
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination
  • Satisfactory completion of National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI)
  • Experience with pool safety equipment maintenance (desirable)

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the 30 FSS/Community Services Flight Outdoor Recreation-Swimming Pool.. 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, 03/20/2026 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 rescue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training, and CPR (both child and adult) 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.

Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical examination.

Satisfactory completion of installation records checks, state and national criminal background checks may be required for positions that provide lifesaving duties for children.

Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). Position is a position of trust.

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 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/12883229

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/9/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/9/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-5ZFSWOP158268