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Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) NF-01

Department of the Army
Army Installation Management Command
Family & Morale, Welfare and Recreation - Business Recreation Division
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Summary

This position is located at Fort Leonard Wood Aquatics.

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**This announcement is open and continuous; closing 05/05/2025 or until the position is filled. Bi-weekly reviews and lists will be sent to management starting 10 FEBRUARY 2025; additional lists may be sent at management request.**

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
02/03/2025 to 05/05/2025
Salary
$15 to - $16 per hour

Salary will be determined by the Hiring Manager based upon experience and education. NAF pay setting rules apply.

Pay scale & grade
NF 1
Location
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
Few vacancies
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Intermittent - No set hours; possibility of working 0-40 per week. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
O3NAFKA-25-12648443
Control number
826407000

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Clarification from the agency

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

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  • 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. Maintains daily logs, reports and records as required.
  • Provides pool area surveillance and responds to emergencies; rescues pool patrons and administers first aid as required. Lifeguards will participate in any required training (OTJ training emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations).
  • Responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to TC 21-21 or assisting with American Red Cross swim lessons as an Aide. Attend aquatics and/or safety training as directed.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Requirements

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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.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, Chapter 2 to include a medical examination and Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for access to federally controlled facilities.
  • Incumbent must have current health assessment which documents good physical health, and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy.
  • Incumbent must be willing and able to work in continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity.
  • Incumbent must be willing and able to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period in case of exposure to infectious disease.
  • Incumbent 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.
  • Incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.
  • Incumbents that are fifteen (15) years old must comply with the restrictions of the DOL Child Labor Law (Jan 17, 2006).
  • Incumbent must be willing and able to obtain and maintain all required certifications.
  • Incumbent must be willing and able to work irregular duties or when needed for special recreational events and related requirements. Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty.

Qualifications

MINIMUM 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).
**You will be rated based solely off of the information provided within your resume, please ensure you are clear and specific. Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience and duties performed.**

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 11"59am by 05/05/2025 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.
  • 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.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
  • 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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

If claiming any of the below eligibilities supporting documentation must be received at the time of the application.

**If claiming Spousal Employment Preference (SEP) please ensure PCS Orders and marriage certificate are uploaded for validation
purposes. If claiming Veterans Consideration, please ensure a signed copy of your DD 214 (Member 4 or Service 2 copy) are uploaded
for validation purposes.**


Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

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