LEAD RECREATION ASSISTANT (LIFEGUARD)

Summary

About the position: This position is a Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Regular Part Time (RPT) position. It will be assigned to the Fort Eustis Aquatics Center. Position is guaranteed 20 hours per week. This position may be subject to holidays, nights, weekends and on-call work.

Duties

• The purpose of these positions is to serve as a lead lifeguard over three or more lifeguards in the performance of lifeguard and related aquatics program duties. Provides on-the-job training to new employees. Checks on work in progress and reviews completed work to ensure that procedures, methods, and deadlines have been met. Demonstrates work methods and provides work-related guidance, ensures that the worksite materials and tools are available. Checks pool water chemistry according to established schedules and instructions (e.g., temperature, chlorine, pH, etc.) Monitors activities within assigned swimming areas, maintaining order and enforcing established rules of safety and behavior. Observes the condition and behavior of swimmers to ascertain any potential problems. Perform lifeguard duties. Rescues and resuscitates individuals in danger of drowning and renders first aid to injuries. Uses a variety of techniques such as artificial respiration, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and first aid. Assist in cleaning and maintaining the swimming facility. Cleans swimming assigned areas such as bathrooms, decks, locker rooms, showers, and pool according to established schedules and instructions. Reports issues of performance, progress, training needs, or disciplinary problems to supervisor. Completes appropriate paperwork to include, but not limited to, daily log sheets, AF Form 708, incident reports, etc. Verifies that customers are authorized to use facility by checking appropriate identification. Provides swimming lessons and instruction to groups of adults and/or children, or to individual adults or children. Instructs patrons on rules and procedures for safe swimming following prescribed lesson plans. Leads and participates in required in-service training for at least one hour twice a month for a total of two hours and maintains currency, capability, and certifications to perform lifesaving and water rescue, to administer basic first aid and CPR, and to provide water safety (WSI) and lifeguard (LGI) instruction for the activities and skill levels taught. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13033926

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/10/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training and CPR (pediatric and adult) certification. Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized WSI (Water Safety Instructor) certification. Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized LGI (Lifeguard Instructor) certification. Experience which provides a practical knowledge of instructional and developmental teaching methods, swimming activities, rules and procedures and skill in the use and maintenance of various pool and safety equipment is desirable. Satisfactory completion of installation records checks, and state and national criminal background checks may be required for positions that provide lessons or instruction to children. Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/10/2026 to receive consideration. 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. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. 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 and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy. It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status