Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01

U.S. Army; Fort Benning (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army is seeking a Lifeguard to work at the Aquatics facilities on Fort Benning. This position involves ensuring the safety of guests, participating in emergency training, and maintaining necessary certifications. Applicants must meet health assessments and background checks and be prepared for varied work hours.

Qualifications

• Must be able to swim and participate in the lifeguard certifications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for lifeguarding guests in attendance at an assigned aquatic facility.
• Must participate in all required training (emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations).

Skills

Swimming

Job description

This position is located at the Aquatics facilities on Fort Benning Family & Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR).

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Duties

1. Works under close supervision wherein the work is closely reviewed/monitored and detailed guidance provided.
2. Must participate in all required training (emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations).
3. Responsible for lifeguarding guests in attendance at an assigned aquatic facility.

Requirements

1. Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
2. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
3. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
4. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service, visit: www.sss.gov.
5. Position, duty hours, location and/or activity are subject to change based on mission requirements.
6. Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty.
7. Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
8. In addition, the incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.
9. Must have current health assessment that documents good physical health, and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy.
10. Be able to obtain within 30 days and maintain the following certifications: Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED from a nationally recognized agency.
11. In addition, for facilities that use Oxygen Administration "O2 bottles" the O2 Administration certification (American Red Cross "Oxygen Administration" or installation offered training) must be obtained within two weeks of reporting for duty.
12. All required certifications must be obtained within the specified time and kept current.
13. Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity. In case of exposure to infectious disease, the incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period.
14. Lifeguard must have good vision (based upon an acceptable standard of 20/40 vision or better, either corrected (with glasses or contacts) or uncorrected) to effectively recognize all emergencies, incidents and rule-breaking.
15. 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.
16. Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty. Fifteen (15) year old lifeguard trainees must comply with the restriction of the DOL Child Labor Law (Jan 17, 2006).

Qualifications

The information provided on your resume MUST clearly reflect ALL knowledge and experience listed under the minimum qualifications. You will be rated based solely on the information provided within your resume. Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience and the duties performed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be able to swim and participate in the lifeguard certifications.