Lead Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard) Job in Bangor, WA

Vacancy No. 26-12986451 Department Commander, Navy Installations Command
Salary $22.25 to $26.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 6/16/2026 Close Date 7/31/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Bangor, WA


Lead Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard)

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations Command
CNRNW Naval Base Kitsap N92 - MWR

Summary

Support the Military's Quality of Life programs! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military and civilian employees. This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations command (CNIC); Naval Base Kitsap - Bangor.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

  • Remains alert and continuously observes swimming areas to ensure patron safety.
  • Ensures all swimmers in the water area accounted for at all times.
  • Enforces established policy and procedures specifically, swimming rules and regulations, informs patrons not obeying pool rules or regulations to leave the pool areas and notifies security if necessary.
  • Conducts the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program.
  • Conducts swim qualification tests for patrons as appropriate.
  • Ensures customer's needs are being satisfied, aiming to provide excellent customer service by promoting and exhibiting
  • Assists and ensures efficient business operations in accordance with established regulations, procedures and work plan.
  • Assists with facility maintenance to include conducting inspections of the pool and surrounding area to ensure cleanliness meets sanitation standards. Performs necessary housekeeping tasks in order to maintain pool and facility cleanliness.
  • Oversees the completion of the weekly pool cleaning and maintenance logs and tracks progress
  • Coordinates and oversees the execution of planned recreational programs, water aerobics, and specialty programs.
  • Distributes and balance the workload among 3 or more employees, assuring timely accomplishment of assigned work.
  • Provides on the job training to new employees in accordance with established procedures and practices.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Work may include extended hours of sitting and standing and prolonged hours in the pool during swim lessons or other activities
  • Work involves frequent lifting or pulling of pool equipment, cleaning supplies, and program participants
  • Applicant must be able to complete 250 yard swim in less than five minutes and regularly demonstrate the ability to rescue victims of various sizes
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  • This position is subject to background check accordance with federal regulations

Qualifications

  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Incumbent must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have a minimum of three (3) Years' experience as a Water safety Instructor.
  • Must hold current certification in the following: Lifeguard training or equivalent, Water Safety Instruction, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid, the Aquatic Facilitator Operators Certification or equivalent.
  • Must possess or obtain aforementioned certificates within 12 months of appointment.
  • Must possess or obtain within one year, the Aquatic Facilitator Operators Certificate or equivalent
  • Must be knowledgeable of emergency water safety procedures, policies, written instructions.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain instructor certification to facilitate lifeguard and workplace (CPR/Basic First Aid) training within a year of appointment.
  • Effectively meet and deal courteously with the public, present a neat, clean appearance and be able to exercise control over a group of people.
  • Successful completion of a National Agency (NACI) background check required as condition of employment.
  • Possess basic keyboarding skills with the ability to adapt easily to workplace software programs

Education

A minimum of high-school diploma or equivalent is required for this position.

All proof of education is required to be uploaded to at the time of applying.

Additional information

Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States.

The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

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

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume/CV
  • Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s), if degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application

Agency contact information

NRNW NAF HRO
Email
cnrnwn9nafhr@us.navy.mil
Address
NAVBASE Kitsap Bremerton
1103 Hunley RD
Bldg 94
Silverdale, WA 98315
US

Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Welcome to Navy Region Northwest, the third largest fleet concentration area in the continental United States. Navy Region Northwest's mission is to support the fleet, fighter and family in order to provide ready Naval forces able to execute our nation's defense. We are military, civil service, and contractor professionals who together operate the Navy's premier shore installations. Situated in one of the most beautiful locations in the world, the area offers a unique setting with a variety of activities and opportunities for service members and their families.

Agency contact information

NRNW NAF HRO
Email
cnrnwn9nafhr@us.navy.mil
Address
NAVBASE Kitsap Bremerton
1103 Hunley RD
Bldg 94
Silverdale, WA 98315
US