Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard) NF-02
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Job Location:
Fort Belvoir, VA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 21 - 23
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
This position is located at Fort Belvoir Virginia.
Incentives and Bonuses
- Incentives will not be paid.
- 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. Responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to tC21-21.
- Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules and follow facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions. Assist in coaching or preparing the competitive and non-competitive swimming programs as required.
- Attend aquatics and/or safety training as directed. Ensures maintaining pool and area is clean and free from any hazards. Provides information to swimmers regarding safety rules and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
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.
- 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.
- Incumbent may also required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities.
- Must have current health assessment which documents good physical health freedom from communicable disease IAW current Army.
- In case of exposure to infectious disease incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 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 may involve weekend weekdays holidays night duty and rotating shifts.
- Incumbent must be able to lift 45lbs.
Qualifications
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicants 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.
- American Red Cross Oxygen Administration certification or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Ellis & Associates Oxygen Administration certification.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Initial Cut-Off Date:
- Monday February 9 2026 applications must be received by 11:59 PM (EST). Applications received by the Initial Cut-Off Date will be reviewed and possibly referred to the Selecting Official. Subsequent referrals to the Hiring Manager will occur as additional vacancies become available or at the request of the Hiring Manager.
Area of Consideration
- This job is open to candidates who live within a 50-mile commuting radius of Fort Belvoir Virginia. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
- 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 3PM CST on 04/27/2026 to ensure timely processing.
- Important: Incomplete applications including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Governments interest.
- 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.
- Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant drivers license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Drivers License (EDL) from WA MI MN NY or VT. See for details.
- 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.
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- Click this URL to view the kit: should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Swimming
- Assisted Living
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Publisher
- Dementia Care
- Recreational Therapy
- Alzheimers Care
- Cash Handling
- Music Therapy
- Experience with Children
- Supervising Experience
