RECREATION SPECIALIST (LIFEGUARD SUPERVISOR)

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Oasis Pool (Outdoor Recreation) on Dover Air Force Base.

As a FLEX employee, you may work anywhere between 0-40 hours per week, on an as needed basis. NOTE: This position is temporary, NOT TO EXCEED 12-SEP-2026. Who May Apply: Open to everyone.

Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.

An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/15/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Must have minimum 3 years lifeguard experience. Must possess a valid, nationally recognized lifeguard certification with lifesaving, water rescue methods, skills, and procedures.

Valid, nationally recognized basic first aid certification required. Must possess a valid nationally recognized CPR certification that includes adult, child, and infant procedures.

Possession of a nationally recognized water safety certification or equivalent desirable but not required; however, possession will increase hiring potential and hourly wage.

Pre-employment screening required for swim ability, rescue skills and CPR. Must have experience with cash handling to account for large amounts of cash with no errors.

Must be able to lift and carry 45 pounds. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Satisfactory completion of installation records checks, state and national criminal background checks may be required for positions that provide lifesaving duties for children.

Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). Must have Hepatitis B immunization. "This is a drug testing designated position.

The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use." Major Duties:

Responsible for all activities within the swimming pool area during the summer pool season, including initial set up for opening and tear down for closing.

Supervises up to 15 lifeguards and 3 cashiers in performance of their daily duties.

Develops duty schedules for all lifeguards to maintain minimum lifeguard on-duty requirement for daily pool operations, including private parties and lap swimming.

Develops duty schedules for cashiers to ensure required coverage during all hours of pool operations. Records lifeguard hours worked and submits individual time sheets for accurate payroll payments.

Maintains order and enforces established rules of safety and behavior. Instructs, cautions, and expels patrons for inappropriate behavior.

Maintains currency and applies a variety of techniques such as rescue breathing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid as required to respond to any type of safety incident.

Conducts required in-service training for all lifeguards.

Uses all aquatic equipment as requires and trains lifeguard staff on proper use and care of equipment including, but not limited to first aid kits, buoys, ropes, rescue rings, shepherd's hooks, backboards, and handicap lifts.

Responds to, documents, and reports incidents, accidents, and injuries. Promptly reports results of any incident to the Outdoor Recreation Manager.

Monitors and documents pool water chemistry (temperature, free chlorine, pH, and clarity) according to established schedules, instructions, and standards.

Monitors all pool areas including bathhouse, deck, lockers, showers, pool, splash pad, grounds, pavilion, parking lot, park, and restroom adjacent to pool area to ensure compliance with established schedules, instructions, and sanitation requirements.

Reports equipment, facility, and water deficiencies to Civil Engineering personnel for correction.

Monitors gate control and cashier duties to ensure compliance with established standards and cash handling procedures. Performs gate control and cashier duties as required in absence of cashier.

Schedules youth and adults for appropriate skill-level swim lessons. Conducts all swimming lessons with the assistance of other lifeguards if required. Trains new lifeguards.

Works non-regular shifts including nights and weekends. All required certifications must be valid prior to hire and remain valid throughout the entire pool season.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12898122