Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard)

Commander, Navy Installations Command; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command in Yokosuka is seeking a lifeguard for the NAF program. The incumbent safeguards lives, oversees pool and waterfront activities, performs rescues, administers CPR/first aid, and supports aquatic training and education at the installation.

The role requires monitoring chemical levels, enforcing safety rules, coordinating with security and medical teams, and completing accident reports.

Qualifications

• Must submit high school transcripts or equivalent as part of the application.
• Foreign education must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency per DoD/CNIC guidance.
• Substitutions of education for experience follow OPM qualification standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs pool and waterfront lifeguard duties, supervises swimmers and activities.
• Monitors area conditions and hazards to ensure a safe environment.
• Administers CPR or emergency first aid and calls for medical assistance when needed.
• Conducts pool chemical testing and adjusts chemicals as directed.
• Inspects safety gear and facilities and maintains incident documentation.

Skills

Lifeguard

First Aid/CPR

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF), Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka. 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 at the installation. This announcement is open continuous, it is open year-round.

Key Responsibilities

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, etc.).

Observes conditions of area assigned (e.g., possible hazards, water/chemical conditions, wind and weather, etc.) to ensure a safe environment, removing hazardous materials when necessary (e.g., floating debris, glass, etc.). Performs rescue work, promptly renders cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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 Certified Pool Operator or supervisor of chemical imbalances; adjusts chemicals as directed. Documents marine life, water conditions and weather conditions. 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, etc.) 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, etc.).

Enforces applicable policies and procedures of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) regarding the use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations. Prepares accident/incident reports during emergency situations. Notifies management of all emergencies immediately. Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).

Requirements & Education

When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses, which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter, and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package. Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States.

Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency, which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards. To receive consideration for a non-related degree or eligibility based on a combination of education AND experience, a college transcript is required. All transcripts MUST show student's name and the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study.

*If your degree has not been awarded/conferred, you must provide a copy of HS Diploma or equivalent along with transcript(s). Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S.

Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html

NAF Flexible (FLEX) employees are not eligible for benefits or leave accrual.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $17.25 – $20.36/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-31.

How many openings are available?

There are 11 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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