RECREATION ASSISTANT (LEAD LIFEGUARD)

U.S Air Force; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to oversee pool activities during the summer season. This role involves ensuring safety, supervising lifeguards, and maintaining pool standards. The ideal candidate will have valid lifeguard and CPR certifications, along with strong customer service skills. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to make a difference in community safety, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vibrant recreational atmosphere. Join a team that values safety and community engagement, and take the next step in your career with us!

Qualifications

• Must possess valid lifeguard and CPR certifications.
• Experience in cash handling and customer service is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lifeguards and ensure safety in the swimming pool area.
• Monitor pool water chemistry and enforce safety rules.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Customer Service Skills

Cash Handling

Water Rescue Techniques

Job description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the OASIS POOL on DOVER AIR FORCE BASE.

This is a flexible position. No guaranteed hours - may work 0-40 hours per week.


Duties

Responsible for all activities within the swimming pool area during the summer open season in the absence of the Lifeguard Supervisor. Oversees up to 15 lifeguards in performance of their daily duties. Maintains order and enforces established rules of safety and behavior. Instructs, cautions and expels patrons for inappropriate behavior. Applies a variety of techniques such as rescue breathing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid as required to respond to any type of safety incident. Use all aquatic equipment as required and trains lifeguard staff on equipment such as first aid kits, buoys, ropes rescue rings, shepherd's hooks and backboards. Responds to, documents, and reports accidents and injuries. Promptly reports results of any incident to the Lifeguard Supervisor or to the Outdoor Recreation Manager in the absence of the Supervisor. Monitors and documents pool water chemistry (temperature, free chlorine, pH, clarity) according to established schedules, instructions and standards. Monitors all pool areas including bathhouse, deck, lockers, showers, pool, splash pad, grounds, pavilion, and parking lot to ensure compliance with established schedules, instructions and sanitation requirements. Reports equipment, facility, and water quality deficiencies to Lifeguard Supervisor for correction. Performs gate control and cashier duties as required in absence of cashiers. Monitors cashier
duties to ensure compliance with established cash handling procedures. Assists Lifeguard Supervisor in scheduling and conducting youth and adult swimming lessons. Must participate in one hour of in-service training during every 2-week period. Works non-regular shifts including nights and weekends.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12730514

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing
• Must possess a valid, nationally-recognized lifeguard certification covering lifesaving, water rescue methods, skills, procedures
• Possess a valid, nationally-recognized basic first aid certification.
• Must possess a valid nationally-recognized CPR certification which includes adult, child and infant procedures.
• Must have at least 2 years experience as a lifeguard
• Must be able to communicate orally and verbally and possess effective customer service skills
• Must be available to work non-regular shifts to include evenings and weekends.
• Must have Hepatitis B immunization.
• Must be able to lift and carry 45 pounds

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, 05/02/2025

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:
Must possess a valid, nationally-recognized lifeguard certification covering lifesaving, water rescue methods, skills, procedures. Possess a valid, nationally-recognized basic first aid certification. Must possess a valid nationally-recognized CPR certification which includes adult, child and infant procedures. Pre-employment screening required for swim ability, rescue skills, and CPR. Must have experience with cash handling to effectively account for large amounts of cash with little or no errors. Must be able to lift and carry 45 pounds. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must have at least 2 years experience as a lifeguard. Satisfactory completion of
Installation Records Check, State and National Criminal Background Checks is required for this position. Must satisfactory complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). This is a position of trust. "This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use". Must have Hepatitis Bimmunization.