Recreation Aide/Assistant (Lifeguard)

Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); Key West (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is looking for a Lifeguard at NAS Key West. The role involves supervising swimmers, performing rescues, and ensuring compliance with safety rules and regulations. Candidates must have CPR and First Aid certifications and be able to work flexible hours, including weekends.

This position requires knowledge of aquatic assessment and facility safety, and candidates must reside within 50 miles of the base. Join a dedicated team focused on the wellbeing and safety of patrons.

Qualifications

• Must be currently certified in CPR and First Aid.
• Must currently reside within a 50-mile radius of the hiring base.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitor swimmers and water activities to ensure safety.
• Perform rescue work and provide first aid when necessary.
• Conduct pool chemical testing and document results.

Skills

Lifesaving techniques

Pool safety rules knowledge

Ability to perform CPR

Communication skills

Education

CPR First Aid certification

Food Handler certification

Job description

Overview

Summary: This position is located at NAS Key West Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Fitness Department. Incumbent provides lifeguard duties; is responsible for safeguarding the lives of persons at the assigned work area; assists with Aquatic training, education, and general support.

Responsibilities

• Pool Lifeguard duties comprise 60% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to: performs all pool and/or waterfront lifeguard responsibilities (e.g., supervising swimmers/patrons and their activities, monitoring all natural water activities, applying first aid, enforcing safety rules, reporting safety hazards to supervisor, performing water rescues as necessary).
• Observes conditions of area assigned (e.g., possible hazards, water/chemical conditions, wind and weather) to ensure a safe environment, removing hazardous materials when necessary (e.g., floating debris, glass).
• Performs rescue work, promptly renders CPR or emergency first aid, and calls for medical assistance as necessary.
• Conducts and documents pool chemical testing results. Checks chlorine and pH levels on a scheduled basis; notifies the Certified Pool Operator or supervisor of chemical imbalances; adjusts chemicals as directed.
• Documents water conditions and weather conditions.

• General duties comprise 40% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to: administers aquatic assessment testing and certification in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policy.
• Provides introductory equipment orientations, as needed.
• Checks identification cards for authorized patrons and collects usage fees, if applicable.
• Serves as the primary liaison between the activity, security, medical departments, and Aquatics Coordinator during emergency situations.
• Performs cleaning duties (e.g., basic janitorial services, vacuuming, skimming) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Aquatics Coordinator.
• Inspects stands, boards, ropes, safety gear and condition of the dressing rooms, ensuring they are within the condition required by environmental health standards. Informs supervisor of deficiencies.
• Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment (e.g., specialized kits and bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, monitoring equipment).
• Enforces applicable policies and procedures of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) regarding the use of Aquatic facilities.
• Prepares accident/incident reports during emergency situations. Notifies management of all emergencies immediately.
• Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals).

Requirements

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be able to work a Flexible work schedule. This schedule describes work performed without a regularly scheduled tour of duty; hours are from 0-40 hours per week.
• Must currently reside within a 50-mile radius of the hiring base. This information will be based on the address listed on your resume and USAJOBS, or military spouses as applicable to the law.
• As of May 7, 2025, the REAL ID act requires visitors to have a REAL ID or passport to access Government Facilities. This will be a requirement for employment.
• Must be CARE trained, hold an Emergency First Responder or CPR First Aid certification, and hold a current Food Handler certification, OR be able to obtain these trainings/certifications within 90 days of being placed in the position.
• This position is subject to the possibility of irregular work hours: weekends and holidays, rotating shifts, often beyond normal duty hours.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. All non-government positions on your resume must include complete address and dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, dates and address of the agency/organization.

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• Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Knowledge of pool safety rules.
• Knowledge of DoD, DON and CNIC policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications.
• Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding the use of Aquatic facilities.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Ability to identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
• Ability to provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them.
• Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they meet environmental health standards.
• Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document results, and adjust chemical imbalances as directed.
• Skilled or proficient in lifesaving techniques and radio communications to perform a safe and efficient rescue operation.
• Ability to exercise control over a large group of people.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must be 16 years of age by the closing of the announcement.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part-time experience. You must clearly identify duties and responsibilities in each position and total hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and ensure your resume supports and validates your answers. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. See vacancy notice for full details.

Note: This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date.

Additional information

• The Federal government offers a number of benefits to its employees, including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, and leave benefits.
• Some positions require additional security or financial disclosure requirements.
• Relocation is not authorized for this announcement.

This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The Department of the Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available on request.