Lifeguard & Water Safety Aide — Flexible Hours

U.S. Air Force Academy; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs is seeking a Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) to oversee pool safety and patron supervision.

You will rescue swimmers in danger, administer first aid, and coordinate with medical services when needed. The role requires monitoring environmental conditions, operating pool systems, inspecting diving boards, and performing routine cleaning duties to maintain safe facilities.

Qualifications

• Some federal jobs allow substitution of education for experience; this position does not allow for education substitution.
• FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements; evidence of equivalence may be required.
• Applicants must meet the agency's basic qualification requirements and be eligible for federal employment.

Responsibilities

• continuously observes swimming area to ensure safety of patrons.
• ensures swimming area is open at scheduled times and only authorized persons admitted.
• performs water rescue, administers first aid, and calls for medical assistance as needed.
• warns swimmers about unsafe conditions and advises closing areas when conditions are unsafe.
• operates water pumps and controls chemical additives to meet standards.
• inspects diving boards for cracks or loose mats and arranges repairs.
• performs related duties such as cleaning bath houses, pools, decks and sunbathing areas.

Job description

U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs is seeking a Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) to oversee pool safety and patron supervision.

You will rescue swimmers in danger, administer first aid, and coordinate with medical services when needed. The role requires monitoring environmental conditions, operating pool systems, inspecting diving boards, and performing routine cleaning duties to maintain safe facilities.