Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard) NF-02

U.S. Army MWR

Illinois

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off and federal holidays

Job summary

U.S. Army MWR in Georgia seeks a Regular Full-Time Lifeguard to help operate the pool and supervise lifeguards. You will monitor water quality, enforce safety rules, and assist with scheduling and guest safety at Hunter Pools, Hunter Army Air Field.

The role requires lifeguard certification, CPR-Pro, AED, and willingness to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays. Health benefits and retirement plans are available to eligible staff.

Qualifications

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or nationally recognized equivalent.
CPR-Pro certification or equivalent.
AED certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assist with operation of the pool and supervise lifeguards.
Monitor pool water balance and safety rules; conduct water tests.
Guard swimmers, perform rescues and first aid when needed.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR Pro

AED Certification

Job description

Summary

This position is located at Hunter Pools, Hunter Army Airfield, GA.

This is a Regular Full-Time position with a minimum work week of 40 hours and eligible for benefits.

Incentives will not be paid.

Summary

This position is located at Hunter Pools, Hunter Army Airfield, GA.

This is a Regular Full-Time position with a minimum work week of 40 hours and eligible for benefits.

Incentives and Bonuses

Incentives will not be paid.

This job is open to

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

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Assist with the operation of the pool, oversees the work of assigned lifeguards and monitors compliance with facility policies. Assists with scheduling of employees.
Assists with the operation of the pool, its filtration system, water balance, pool chemistry and performs water tests. Under direction of the pool supervisor, employ safety rules for the protection of the guest.
Responsible for life guarding guest in attendance at the assigned aquatic facility. Rescues swimmers and administers first aid as required. Attend aquatica and/or safety training as directed.
Responsible for assisting the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to APT 7-22.01 as of October 2020. Ensures maintaining pool and area is clean and free from hazards. Issues towels and checks identification as required.
Provides information to swimmers regarding safety rules and procedures. Maintains daily logs and records as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

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.
Satisfactory completion of physical examination.
Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity.
Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para. 2, to include completing a Tier 1 background investigation.
Must have current health assessment which documents good physical health, freedom from communicable disease IAW current Army.
Lifeguard must have good vision (based upon an acceptable standard of 20/40 vision or better, either corrected (with glasses or contacts) or uncorrected).
In case of exposure to infectious disease, incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within 24-hour period.
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 my involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

American Red Cross "Lifeguard" certification or nationally recognized equivalent (i.e. Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification).- American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer" (CPR-Pro) certification or nationally recognized equivalent (i.e. Ellis & Associates (CPR) Certification).-American Red Cross "Automated External Defibrillator" (AED) certification or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Ellis & Associates AED certification.

ALL CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE UPLOADED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration

This job is open to candidates who are located in the local commuting area. (Within a 50-mile radius of Fort Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield, GA.) (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.).

Manual Application Option

If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 12:00 PM Eastern Time on 08/20/2026 to ensure timely processing.
Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs

Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials

This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

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Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

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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.

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Required Documents

Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes must adhere to the two-page limit and must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications, and other position requirements listed in this job opportunity announcement. For additional information on the two-page resume limit, refer to:
- https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/
Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit).
Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.

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Required Documents

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