Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) NF 1

U.S. Army; Texas; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army is seeking qualified lifeguards for the Aquatics Training Center in Texas. Responsibilities include supervising pool activities, enforcing safety rules, and completing required trainings. Ideal candidates will have current certifications in lifeguarding and CPR, and exhibit strong customer service skills. This role requires adaptability to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must possess current lifeguarding and CPR certifications.
• Good vision required, corrective lenses acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Open/close facility, assist patrons, and practice rescue skills.
• Attend training and maintain certifications.

Skills

Lifeguarding

First Aid

CPR

Customer Service

Job description

This position is located at Aquatics Training Center and Replica Pool.

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Duties

• Must be able to open/close and work weekends and holidays to meet the needs of the business.
• Must attend all training and in-service meetings and complete all annual trainings in a timely manner.
• Must swim regularly and practice rescue skills and first aid/CPR.
• Must consistently arrive for work on time and in proper uniform as required by Fort Bliss MWR.
• Must be professional in demeanor and role model good customer service with patrons and personnel

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation
• Must have current health assessment which documents good physical health, and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy.
• Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity
• In case of exposure to infectious disease, incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period.
• Lifeguards must have good vision (corrected vision if necessary) while on duty to effectively recognize all emergencies, incidents and rule breaking.
• Incumbent is required to follow environmental safeguards and wear personal protective equipment.
• May be assigned to irregular duties or when needed for special recreational events and related requirements.
• Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty.
• Fifteen(15) year old lifeguards must comply with the restriction of the DOL Child Labors Law (Jan 17, 2006).
• In addition, the incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.
• All required certifications must be kept current.

Qualifications
Possesses and maintains the following certifications: Lifeguarding and First Aid (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard, YMCA, or ELLIS); American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional; CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED); First Aid. For Water Parks upgrade the certification to: 'Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid; CPR/PR/AED' (American Red Cross)

**Copies of current certifications must be uploaded and included with the application in order to be considered**