Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01
Las Cruces, NM - USA
Job Summary
This position is located at Aquatics Center White Sands Missile Range New Mexico
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Incentives and Bonuses
- Incentives will not be paid.
- 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.
- 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.
- Training: Lifeguarding and First Aid (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard YMCA or ELLIS); American Red Cross; CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED); First Aid.
- Facilities that use Oxygen Administration O2 bottles 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.
- 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.
- Failure to complete the required certification will result in removal from employment.
- Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3 para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
- The incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.
- Must have current health assessment that documents good physical health and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy.
- Be able to obtain within 30 days and maintain the following certifications: Lifeguarding First Aid and CPR/AED from a nationally recognized agency.
- 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.
- Must have good vision (based upon an acceptable standard of 20/40 vision or better either corrected (with glasses or contacts) or uncorrected) is 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).
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.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Area of Consideration
- The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide.
- 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 3:00pm MST on 10/07/2026 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.
- Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example interview and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.
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Required Experience:
Intern