Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard) Job in Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

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

Duties

• In a patron usage facility, circulates among patrons to assure service is satisfactory; receives and resolves customer complaints; provides information and general instructions on the use of equipment, facilities and machinery.
• Required to perform Lifeguard duties, responsible for safeguarding the lives of persons using the swimming pool. Rescues swimmers and administers first aid as required. Ensures that safety rules are followed.
• Assists in maintaining pool and area clean and free from any hazards. Provides information to swimmers regarding safety rules and procedures. Maintains daily logs and records as required.
• Plans, conducts, publicize and arrange support for special events, social activities, tournaments and related functions. May provide work guidance to other staff.
• Assists patrons in use of the facility by checking out equipment, providing safety instruction, demonstrating new equipment, teaching classes, etc.

Requirements

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, para.2.
• Incumbent may also required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities.
• Incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.
• Lifeguard certification required within 30 days of hire. Failure to obtain lifeguard certification within 30 days of hire may result in separation.
• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 45 lbs.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical may be required.
• Must be willing to work a schedule that includes working nights, weekends, and possible holidays.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12593454. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 11/04/2024 to receive consideration.

• 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. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12593454.
• Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
• You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
• It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
• Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!