Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard) NF-02

Full Job Description

This position is located at Fort Leonard Wood Pools. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives not be paid.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for 2 professional and 2 personal references on your resume.

**This announcement is open and continuous; closing 06/11/2026 or until the position is filled.

Weekly reviews/ lists will be sent to management starting 19 MARCH 2026; additional lists may be request.** 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: 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).

**Your resume should be clear and specific. You will be rated based solely off of the information provided within your resume.

Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience and the duties performed ** Major Duties:

• Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules and follow facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions. Assists with scheduling of employees, the operation of the pool, and performs water tests.
• Assist in coaching or preparing the competitive and non-competitive swimming programs as required. Assist with the operation of the pool, oversees the work of assigned lifeguards and monitors compliance with facility policies.
• 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. Issues towels and checks identification as required.
• 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. Maintains daily logs and records 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.