RECREATION AID (LIFEGUARD)

U.S Air Force; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at an established military facility, where you can make a difference by ensuring the safety of patrons at the swimming area. This temporary position requires a dedicated individual with certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard Training. You'll be responsible for monitoring the pool, responding to emergencies, and maintaining a safe environment for all. If you have a passion for swimming and safety, and are ready to take on a role that involves physical activity and community service, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Join a team committed to excellence and make a positive impact in your community!

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of swimming activities and pool safety procedures.
• Certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods is required.

Responsibilities

• Observe swimming area to ensure safety of patrons.
• Administer first aid and rescue swimmers in trouble.

Skills

Lifesaving skills

First Aid

CPR (child and adult)

Swimming knowledge

Pool maintenance

Job description

About the position:

This position will be assigned to the Beale Pools, Beale AFB, CA. This is a temporary position, not to exceed November 1, 2025. This position is flexible, no guaranteed hours and does not receive benefits. This position has physical lifting requirements which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.

During announcement, applications will be pulled and reviewed for consideration every 1st and 15th of the month.

Duties

Observes swimming area to ensure safety of patrons. Ensures the swimming area is open to patrons at scheduled times and only authorized persons are admitted to the area. Rescues swimmers in trouble, promptly administers first aid, and calls for medical assistance if and when needed. Warns swimmers of unsafe environmental or health conditions, and recommends closing swimming areas until safe conditions prevail. May perform other related or incidental duties as assigned for the daily operation of the swimming area to include: cleaning of bath houses, wading pools, main pools, and pool decks.

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• The position requires the following certifications: American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, American Red Cross Basic First-Aid and American Red Cross Lifeguard Training.
• This position requires practical knowledge of swimming activities, rules and procedures as well as pool safety and pool maintenance requirements.
• This is a temporary position, not to exceed 1-Nov-2025.

Qualifications

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, 05/30/2025.

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: Practical knowledge of swimming activities, rules and procedures and skill in the use and maintenance of various pool and safety equipment is desirable. Must be able to obtain or possess certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training, and CPR (both child and adult) training.