Lifeguard INT – 6886

Uscghideawayclub; Kodiak, Northern (AK, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Annual and Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Pension Plan

401k Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

U.S. Coast Guard Community Services Command (MWR Kodiak Pool) invites applications for a Lifeguard INT position in Kodiak, AK. The role involves guarding outdoor pool guests, enforcing safety rules, and providing first aid as required, under the Aquatics Program Manager's direction.

The job requires lifeguard certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and ability to communicate in English. Availability from mid-May through Labor Day is expected.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain lifeguard certification (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent).
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent.
• First Aid certification is required.
• Must be able to communicate in English (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a lifeguard for outdoor pool under supervision.
• Enforce pool safety rules and rescue swimmers as needed.
• Attend aquatics and safety training as directed.
• Maintain pool cleanliness and safe environment; report hazards.
• Keep accurate daily logs and records; handle cash properly.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid

English communication

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Lifeguard INT – 6886

MWR Kodiak, Kodiak, AK, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 6886

OMB NO: 1625-0120

Expiration Date: 05/31/2029

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

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 .

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Minimum :

1. 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

2. Must be able to communicate in English (both verbally and in writing).

3. Persons must be at least 16 years old to apply.

4. Must be available from Mid-May through Labor Day.

USCG COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMAND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS:

By choosing to work for the Coast Guard Community Services Command, you will enjoy one of the best benefit packages available anywhere. Benefit offerings are subject to applicable worker categories (Full-time, Part-time, Intermittent), location, position, and length of time in service.

• Paid Annual and Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Pension Plan
• 401k Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit factor such as race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.

PRIVACY ACT NOTICE

Authority: The U.S. Coast Guard rates applicants under the authority of Title 5 of U.S. Code, Sections 301, 1104, 1302, 2103, 3301, 3304,Executive Order 9397, and Departmental Regulations.

Principal Purpose: To collect information needed to determine how well an applicant’s education and work experience qualifies them for the job they are applying for.

Routine Use: This information provided will be shared with the hiring manager and interview panel members. It may also be shared in response to a request for discovery or for appearance of a witness, information that is relevant to the subject matter involved in a pending judicial or administrative proceeding.

Disclosure: Voluntary, however, failure to disclose the requested information may result in an applicant not receiving consideration for a position in which the information is needed.

Paperwork Reduction Act Statement: An agency may not conduct or sponsor an information collection, and a person is not required to respond to this information unless it displays a current valid OMB control number and an expiration date. The control number for this collection is OMB 1625-0120,expiration 01/30/2025. The estimated average time to complete this application is 40 minutes. If you have any comments regarding the burden estimate you can write to U.S. Coast Guard, Community Services Command, 510 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320.