Job Description

Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) Nf-01

This position is located at the Fort Leavenworth Aquatics Program. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Management has the right to assign staff to locations as missions require. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.

This Job Is Open To

The public. U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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

• Serves as a lifeguard for indoor and outdoor pools and works under the direction of the Installation Aquatics Program Manager. Employs safety rules for the protection of the pool guests.
• Responsible for lifeguarding guests in attendance at the assigned aquatics facility. Provides maximum pool area surveillance and responds to emergencies; rescues pool patrons and administers first aid as required.
• Assists in maintaining pool, and area clean and free from any hazards. Performs periodic water tests and reports results to the pool leader on duty.
• Provides information to swimmers regarding safety/health/admission rules and procedures. Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules, and follows facility standard operating procedures for disciplinary actions.
• Assists in coaching or preparing the competitive and non-competitive swimming programs as required. Maintains daily logs, reports and records as required. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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.
• Appointment subject to favorable suitability determination.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a childcare tier 1 background investigation.
• Must have current health assessment which documents good physical health, and free from communicable disease IAW current army policy.
• Must be able to lift 40 Ibs. and complete a physical.
• Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity. In case of exposure to infectious disease, incumbent is required to obtain the hepatitis b vaccination series within a 24-hour period.
• Lifeguards must have good vision (corrected vision if necessary) while on duty to effectively recognize all emergencies, incidents and rule breaking.
• 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.
• Fifteen (15) year old lifeguards must comply with the restriction of the DOL child labor law (Jan 17, 2006).
• Lifeguards will participate in any required training (on-the-job training emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations).
• All required certifications must be kept current.
• Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty.
• Must be willing to accept a flexible appointment.

Qualifications

Possesses and maintains the following certifications:

• Lifeguarding and first aid (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. star guard, YMCA, or ELLIS); American Red Cross "cardio-pulmonary resuscitation for the professional; CPR for the professional rescuer/AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED); first aid.

Certification or proof of enrollment must be uploaded with your application packet!

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional Information

Area of consideration: The area of consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide. (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 12:00 pm CST by 09/30/2025 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).

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.

Other: Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date. Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.

Important information regarding access to certain federal facilities:

Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an enhanced driver's license (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See for details.

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Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Work at office, Immediate start, Worldwide, Overseas, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work, Sunday, Weekday work,

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