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Posted: January 5, 2026 (9 days ago)

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Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01

United States Army Installation Management Command

Department of the Army

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Job Description

Summary

This entry-level job trains new hires to become certified lifeguards at Army recreational pools in Hawaii, starting with mandatory in-person training and leading to supervising swimmers at facilities like Schofield Barracks or Aliamanu Military Reservation.

It involves close supervision, practicing emergency rescues, and ensuring guest safety in aquatic settings.

It's ideal for motivated individuals who enjoy water activities, can swim well, and want to build skills in a supportive military environment.

Key Requirements

  • Ability to swim proficiently and participate in lifeguard certification training
  • Completion of mandatory lifeguard certifications within 30 days of employment, including American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid
  • American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent certification
  • Obtain Oxygen Administration certification within two weeks if required by the facility
  • Participation in all required training, such as emergency rescue drills and action plan simulations
  • Willingness to work under close supervision with work reviewed and guided
  • Reside or be available for duty on Oahu, Hawaii, at Schofield Barracks or Aliamanu Military Reservation

Full Job Description

This position is located on the Island of Oahu. Final duty locations are available at Schofield Barracks or Aliamanu Military Reservation.

MANDATORY Lifeguard Certification Training on March 16 - 20, 2026, is located at Richardson Pool, in Schofield Barracks.

Upon completion of mandatory certifications, the incumbent will be placed in a Lifeguard position at either Richardson Pool (Schofield Barracks) OR Aliamanu Military Reservation (AMR), to be determined based on organizational needs.

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.

Minimum Requirement Qualifications Must be able to swim and participate in the lifeguard certifications. Major Duties:

  • This is a training position for a certified Lifeguard. Works under close supervision wherein the work is closely reviewed/monitored and detailed guidance provided.
  • Must participate in all required training (emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations). Mandatory certifications must be complete within 30 calendar days of employment.
  • Upon completion of mandatory certifications, the incumbent will be noncompetitively reassigned to Recreation Aid (Lifeguard}, PD #3206, responsible for lifeguarding guest in attendance at an assigned aquatic facility.
  • Training: Lifeguarding and First Aid; American Red Cross CPR for the Professional; CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED); First Aid.
  • For facilities that use Oxygen Administration "02 bottles" the 02 Administration certification (American Red Cross "Oxygen Administration or installation offered training (i.e. Fire Dept.) must be obtained within two weeks of reporting for duty.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/5/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/6/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: O3NAFEW-25-12857680