Recreation Assistant (Physical Fitness) NF-02
United States Army Installation Management Command
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Posted: January 1, 2026 (14 days ago)
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Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard) NF-02
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a lifeguard at a pool on a military base in New York, where you'll watch over swimmers, enforce safety rules, provide first aid if needed, and help with basic facility tasks like cleaning and record-keeping.
It's a great fit for someone who enjoys working with people, stays calm in emergencies, and wants to support the well-being of soldiers and their families through recreational activities.
No prior military experience is required, but you'll need to be reliable and physically fit for the role.
Key Requirements
- Lifeguard certification from American Red Cross or equivalent (e.g., Star Guard or Ellis), required prior to employment
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer or Cardio-Pulmonary Rescuer certification, required prior to employment
- First Aid certification from American Red Cross or equivalent, required prior to employment
- Experience providing customer service to others
- Willingness to obtain AED certification within two weeks of starting
- Ability to enforce pool rules, perform rescues, and administer first aid
- Maintain personal readiness through regular safety training
Full Job Description
This position is located at the Magrath Pool within the Magrath Sports Complex. Join our team at the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) at Fort Drum.
We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of Soldiers and their Families by providing essential support services, including child and youth programs and a variety of recreational activities that directly contribute to Soldier readiness and well-being.
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 PRIOR to the start of employment, and then maintain for the duration of employment, the following certifications: Lifeguard, AND Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional or CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AND First Aid.
In addition to the above certifications, a qualified candidate must: have experience providing customer service to others, AND be willing to obtain an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification within two weeks of reporting for duty.
All certifications must be American Red Cross or a nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard or Ellis.
PLEASE NOTE: Your resume & application package must reflect the qualifications stated in the announcement and questionnaire to be rated eligible. Major Duties:
- Serves as a lifeguard at indoor/outdoor pools, water parks, or beach fronts, working under the direction of an Aquatics Program Manager or supervisor.
- Ensures the safety of all guests by enforcing rules, rescuing swimmers in distress, and administering first aid as needed.
- Assists in conducting aquatic swimming and water survival training, and maintains personal readiness by attending regular safety training.
- Performs administrative duties such as staff scheduling, inventory tracking, ordering supplies, and maintaining daily operational logs and records.
- Helps maintain a clean and hazard-free facility, informs patrons about safety procedures, and assists with coaching swimming programs as required.
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