Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01

United States Army Installation Management Command; Alaska; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k/retirement

Paid time off

Federal holidays

Job summary

United States Army Installation Management Command is seeking a Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01 at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. This training position requires certification as a Lifeguard and provides supervision with detailed guidance as you develop skills in aquatics program delivery.

The role supports Army NAF operations and offers potential access to on-base facilities and benefits described in the posting, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Responsibilities

• This is a training position for a certified Lifeguard. Works under close supervision wherein the work is closely reviewed/monitored and detailed guidance provided.

Job description

Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01

This position is located with the Aquatics Center on Fort Wainwright, Alaska. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Key Responsibilities

This is a training position for a certified Lifeguard. Works under close supervision wherein the work is closely reviewed/monitored and detailed guidance provided.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more.

Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with United States Army Installation Management Command, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $17 – $19/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.