Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01
Fort Irwin, CA - USA
Job Summary
This position is located at: Oasis Pool Fort Irwin CA
Join our team at Fort Irwin National Training Center. DFMWR integrates and delivers Family and Morale Welfare and Recreation programs and services enabling readiness and resilience for a globally-responsive Army.
This is an open continuous announcement. All qualified applicants will be forwarded to management on a weekly or as needed basis.
- This is a training position for a certified Lifeguard. Works under close supervision wherein the work is closely reviewed/monitored and detailed guidance provided.
- Must participate in all required training (emergency rescue drills emergency action plan simulations). Mandatory certifications must be complete within 30 calendar days of employment.
- Upon completion of mandatory certifications the incumbent will be noncompetitively reassigned to Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) PD #3206 responsible for lifeguarding guest in attendance at an assigned aquatic facility.
- 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. For Water Parks upgrade the certification to: Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid; CPR/PR/AED (American Red Cross)
- 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 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
- Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and case of exposure to infectious disease incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period.
- Lifeguard trainees 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.
- Work hours may involve weekend weekdays holidays and night duty. Fifteen (15) year old lifeguard trainees must comply with the restriction of the DOL Child Labors Law (Jan 17 2006).
- Failure to complete the required certification will result in removal from employment.
- Must have current health assessment that documents good physical health and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy.
- All required certifications must obtained within specified time and kept current.
- Be able to obtain within 30 days and maintain the following certifications: Lifeguarding First Aid and CPR/AED from a nationally recognized agency.
- In addition for facilities that use Oxygen Administration the O2 Administration certification (American Red Cross Oxygen Administration or installation offered training (i.e. Fire Dept.) must be obtained within two weeks of reporting for duty.
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:
Must be able to swim and participate in the lifeguard certifications.
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 does not have an education qualification requirement.
Area of Consideration
- This job is open to candidates WORLDWIDE. (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 12:00 PST (Noon) by 07/29/2026 to ensure timely processing.
- Important: Incomplete applications including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
- Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs ARE NOT AUTHORIZED based on a determination that a PCS move IS NOT in the Governments interest.
- Incentives will not be paid.
- 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.
- 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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Required Experience:
Intern