Recreation Assistant NF2 Flex
U.S. Marine Corps
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Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard) NF-02
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Location
Virginia
Salary
$21 - $24
per hour
Type
Closes
May 7, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a lead lifeguard at a military base pool in Virginia, where you'll supervise other lifeguards, keep the pool running smoothly, and ensure swimmers are safe by enforcing rules and performing rescues if needed.
It's a great fit for someone with lifeguarding experience who enjoys working with people, handling water safety tasks, and helping with swim programs for both fun and training.
You'll also maintain records and assist with coaching, making it ideal for organized team players passionate about aquatics.
Key Requirements
- American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or nationally recognized equivalent
- American Red Cross CPR-Pro certification or equivalent
- American Red Cross AED certification or equivalent (e.g., Ellis & Associates)
- Experience in lifeguarding, including rescues and first aid administration
- Knowledge of pool operations, including filtration, water chemistry, and testing
- Ability to supervise lifeguards, schedule staff, and maintain logs/records
- Familiarity with aquatic training per ATP 7-22.01 and swim program assistance
Full Job Description
This position is located at Joint Base Myers - Henderson Hall in Arlington, 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 American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer" (CPR-Pro) certification or nationally recognized equivalent.
American Red Cross "Automated External Defibrillator" (AED) certification or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Ellis & Associates AED certification.
Experience MUST be clearly reflected on your Resume at the time of application to be considered. 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. Maintains daily logs and records as required.
- 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. Issues towels and checks identification as required.
- Responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to ATP 7-22.01 as of October 2020. 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 assigned.
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