Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) NF-01
United States Army Installation Management Command
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Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard) NF-02
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a lead lifeguard at a pool on a military base in Virginia, where you'll supervise other lifeguards, ensure the pool runs safely, and help with rescues and first aid if needed.
It's a hands-on role involving water testing, enforcing rules, and supporting swim programs.
A good fit would be someone with lifeguard experience who is reliable, safety-focused, and comfortable leading a team in a busy aquatic setting.
Key Requirements
- American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or equivalent (e.g., Ellis & Associates)
- American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent
- American Red Cross AED certification or equivalent
- American Red Cross Oxygen Administration certification or equivalent
- Experience in lifeguarding, including rescues and first aid administration
- Ability to oversee lifeguards, monitor compliance, and assist with scheduling
- Knowledge of pool maintenance, water chemistry, and safety rules
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: American Red Cross "Lifeguard" certification or nationally recognized equivalent (i.e. Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification).
American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer" (CPR-Pro) certification or nationally recognized equivalent (i.e. Ellis & Associates (CPR) Certification).
American Red Cross "Automated External Defibrillator" (AED) certification or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Ellis & Associates AED certification.
American Red Cross "Oxygen Administration" certification or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Ellis & Associates Oxygen Administration certification.
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:
- Assist with the operation of the pool, oversees the work of assigned lifeguards and monitors compliance with facility policies. Assists with scheduling of employees.
- Assists with the operation of the pool, its filtration system, water balance, pool chemistry and performs water tests. Under direction of the pool supervisor, employ safety rules for the protection of the guest.
- Responsible for life guarding guest in attendance at the assigned aquatic facility. Rescues swimmers and administers first aid as required. Responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to tC21-21.
- Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules and follow facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions. Assist in coaching or preparing the competitive and non-competitive swimming programs as required.
- Attend aquatics and/or safety training as directed. Ensures maintaining pool and area is clean and free from any hazards. Provides information to swimmers regarding safety rules and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
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