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Posted: March 25, 2026 (2 days ago)

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SUPERVISORY RECREATION ASSISTANT (LIFEGUARD)

Air Force Global Strike Command

Department of the Air Force

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$20 - $20

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team at an Air Force base's aquatics center, where you'll plan and run swimming programs, special events, and daily activities while ensuring safety and maintaining facilities.

You'll also perform lifeguard duties and teach swim lessons as needed.

It's a great fit for someone with experience in aquatics management who enjoys working with people in a community setting and holds lifeguard certifications.

Key Requirements

  • Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of aquatic program management
  • Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods
  • Current nationally recognized certification in swimming instruction or aquatic exercise
  • Basic first aid training
  • CPR certification for infant, child, and adult
  • Experience in planning, promoting, and administering aquatics programs (paid or unpaid, including volunteer work)
  • Ability to observe, enforce, and ensure compliance with safety regulations

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Aquatics Center on Ellsworth AFB.

Must have knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of aquatic program management.

Must possess and maintain a valid and current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods and skills.

This position offers medical & dental insurance, retirement, 401k, sick leave and annual leave benefits. 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, 04/08/2026 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 knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of aquatic program management.

Must have and maintain a current nationally recognized certification in type of activity and skill level of instruction, e.g. swimming instruction aquatic exercise, etc.

A current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training, and CPR (infant, child and adult). Major Duties:

Plans and administers year-round aquatics programs. Plans, promotes, and schedules special events and daily activities to address the needs of the base.

Observes, enforces, and ensures all safety regulations are being met. Manages customer services and maintains swimming facilities.

Responsible for all activity supplies, equipment, facilities, and ensures proper maintenance of such. Performs lifeguarding duties, swim lesson instruction and other related duties as needed.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12920493

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/25/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/25/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-4DFSWO244939