Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01.

This position works under close supervision with detailed guidance and regular review of work.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all required training, including emergency rescue drills and emergency action plan simulations.
• Complete mandatory certifications within 30 calendar days of employment to be reassigned to lifeguard duties at an aquatic facility.
• Obtain certifications in:
  • Lifeguarding (American Red Cross or equivalent such as Star Guard, YMCA, or ELLIS).
  • First Aid (American Red Cross or equivalent).
  • American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED).
• For Water Parks, upgrade certification to: Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid; CPR/PR/AED (American Red Cross).
• Assist in conducting aquatic swimming and water survival training.
• For facilities using Oxygen Administration, obtain Oxygen Administration certification (American Red Cross or equivalent) within two weeks of reporting for duty.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required.
• Must meet qualification, eligibility, and background requirements for the position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Must satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Failure to complete required certifications will result in removal from employment.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks, including a Tier 1 background investigation.
• May be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.
• Must have a current health assessment documenting good physical health and freedom from communicable disease per current Army Policy.
• Must be able to obtain within 30 days and maintain the following certifications from a nationally recognized agency:
  • Lifeguarding.
  • First Aid.
  • CPR/AED.
• For facilities using Oxygen Administration, obtain Oxygen Administration certification within two weeks of reporting for duty.
• All required certifications must be kept current.
• Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity.
• In case of exposure to infectious disease, must obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period.
• Must have good vision (corrected if necessary) to effectively recognize emergencies, incidents, and rule-breaking.
• May be assigned irregular duties or special recreational events as needed.

Schedule

• Work hours are Thursday through Monday from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM.
• May involve weekend, weekday, and holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• Resumes must be two pages or less and clearly demonstrate relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Must be able to swim and participate in lifeguard certifications.

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

This position is open to candidates located within the local commuting area of Fort Carson, including Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates.

Pay

• This is a pay-banded position (NF or CY).
• Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander at 25% of the basic rate for non-overtime hours worked on Sunday (maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
• Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander at 10% of the basic rate for non-overtime hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Benefits

• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for:
  • Health and life insurance.
  • Participation in 401k and retirement plans.
  • Paid personal time off and federal holidays.
• NAF flexible employees (U.S. citizens or spouses/children of U.S. citizens working for a NAFI in a foreign area) are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan.
• Some flexible employees may also be eligible for health insurance.
• Access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs.