Lifeguard INT – 6886

Coast Guard Exchange (USCGCSC); Kodiak (AK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Annual and Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

401k Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Tuition Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Coast Guard Exchange (USCGCSC) in Kodiak, AK is seeking a lifeguard for the MWR Kodiak Pool. The position offers an intermittent schedule (0–19 hours/week) with a starting pay of $17.00 per hour plus DOE, and requires working from mid-May through Labor Day with safety-focused responsibilities.

Candidates must hold lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications, be fluent in English, and minimum age 16. The assignment may involve pool maintenance, safety briefings, and occasional rentals.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard certification (American Red Cross or recognized equivalent).
• CPR certification for professional rescuers or equivalent.
• First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Guard outdoor pool; enforce safety rules and assist in rescues and first aid as needed.
• Maintain pool and facilities; keep logs and assist with safety training.
• Explain safety rules to patrons and manage rule violations; assist with pool rentals as needed.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

CPR certification

First Aid certification

English proficiency

16+ years old

Seasonal availability

Job description

Announcement: 6886

Opening Date: 20 August 2026 Pay Plan/Series/Pay Band: NF-0189-01

Closing Date: Until Filled Work Schedule: Intermittent (0-19 hours/week)

Position: Lifeguard Salary: $17.00/hour +DOE

Who May Apply: All Sources Location: Kodiak, AK

MWR Kodiak Pool

• Subject to terms and conditions

OMB NO: 1625-0120

Expiration Date: 05/31/2029

Earn up to $500 Hiring Incentive!

• Subject to terms and conditions

Recruitment Incentive to be paid after the following days of employment. Employees who have met time and service, and based on satisfactory performance, will receive the recruitment incentive. After Start - $250; 90 days - $250.

Duties

Serves as a lifeguard for outdoor pool work under the direction of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Aquatics Program Manager or MWR supervisor.

Employs safety rules for the protection of the pool guests. Responsible for life guarding guests in attendance at the assigned aquatics facility. Rescues swimmers and administers first aid as required.

Attend aquatics and/or safety training as directed. Assists in maintaining pool and keeping all areas clean and free from any hazards. Provides information to swimmers regarding safety rules and procedures.

Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules, and do not follow facility Standard Operating Procedures. Patrons can be asked to leave the facility for not conforming to policy and rules.

Pool rules and regulations arc posted in view for all patrons using the facility to review.

The pool and pavilion may at times be rented for parties and family functions and at no time will these functions exceed fifty (50) persons. Maintains accurate daily logs and records as required. Cash collected will be properly accounted for and the paperwork maintained correctly.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications below. Your resume/application must demonstrate the required experience/education. Please see additional information on how your application is evaluated.

Minimum QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Must possess and maintain the following certifications: Lifeguard (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard or Ellis); American Red Cross \" Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional; CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent (i.e. Star or Ellis); First Aid
• Must be able to communicate in English (both verbally and in writing).
• Persons must be at least 16 years old to apply.
• Must be available from Mid-May through Labor Day.

Uscg Community Services Command Comprehensive Benefits

• Paid Annual and Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible/Dependent Spending Account
• Pension Plan
• 401k Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave

Other Essential Information

• Residency Requirements: Non-U.S. nationals, who are authorized to work in the U.S. and applying for any DHS position, must have resided within the United States, or U.S. territories, for at least three of the last five years.
• Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer as the Standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes.
• Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless covered by an exemption under the Selective Service Law, in accordance with 5 U.S. Code 3378. Selectee will be required to provide a written statement regarding his registration status unless he is exempted by this statute.
• Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check and all pre-employment requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, background checks, security clearances, drug testing, verification of employment history, and any other requirements applicable to this position. Additionally, you may be required to meet specific job-related qualifications or certifications as a condition of your employment.
• Applicants may not be employed in the chain of command of their relatives.
• This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.