Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) NF-02.

USAJOBS; Kentucky; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) to manage swimming lessons and develop swim programs at an aquatic facility. This role requires certifications in water safety, CPR, and First Aid. The position is part-time, with shifts potentially including nights and weekends. The instructor will ensure a safe learning environment and promote students to higher swimming proficiency levels.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching swimming lessons.
• Ability to develop swim programs according to student skills.
• Certifications must be kept current.

Responsibilities

• Manage all swimming lessons at assigned facilities.
• Instruct various swimming strokes and safety skills.
• Work with lifeguards to maintain a safe lesson environment.

Skills

Water Safety Instructor Certification

Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

First Aid Certification

Job description

Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) NF-02.

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Base pay range

$18.00/yr - $21.00/yr

Duties

• Manages all swimming lessons and instructs when scheduled, at the assigned aquatics facility.
• Develops swim program according to students' ability and promotes students to higher level of swimming according to their skills.
• Instructs all levels of swimming and appropriate strokes, to include front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly.
• Introduces and instructs safety and survival skills to students, when appropriate to level of instruction
• Instructors work with lifeguards to ensure that swim lessons are safe at all times.
  
  

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• All certifications/authorization must be kept current.
• 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.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2.
• Incumbent may also required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities
• In addition, the incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Health and immunization screening is required.
• All certifications/authorization must be kept current.
  
  

Qualifications

Work experience related to the duties described above and possession of the following certificates:

• Water Safety Instructor Certification
• Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• First Aid Certification
  
  

(Certificates issue by American Red Cross, Ellis @ Associates, Star Guard or other nationally recognized agencies are acceptable)

Highly desirable possession of a Lifeguard Certification

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area Of Consideration

• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is the local commuting area. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.
  
  

Manual Applications:

• If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 p.m. by 06/26/2025 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job-related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
  
  

PCS Costs

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

Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials

• This is a pay-banded position.
• Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay. When authorized, Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
• Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.
  
  

Incentives and Bonuses

• Incentives will not be paid.
  
  

Non-Foreign Overseas Allowances

• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
  
  

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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. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For additional details regarding these benefits, please click the link below.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Government Administration and Strategic Management Services

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