Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01.

This position works under close supervision with work closely reviewed and detailed guidance provided.

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)
  • CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross or American Heart Association)
• 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 certification within two weeks of reporting for duty (American Red Cross "Oxygen Administration" or equivalent, such as Fire Department training).

Requirements

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

Schedule

• Work hours are Thursday through Monday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• May involve weekends, weekdays, and holidays.

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.

Benefits

• Access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for:
  • Health and life insurance
  • 401(k) and retirement plans
  • Paid personal time off and federal holidays
• NAF flexible employees may be eligible for:
  • Participation in the NAF 401(k) plan
  • Health insurance (for some flexible employees)
• Sunday premium pay may be authorized at 25% of the basic rate for non-overtime hours worked on Sunday (up to 8 hours).
• Night differential may be authorized at 10% of the basic rate for non-overtime hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Additional Information

• Open to candidates within the local commuting area of Fort Carson, including Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized.
• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license/ID or an Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL).
• Applications remain valid for 90 days and may be considered for multiple opportunities.