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RECREATION AID (LIFEGUARD)

Air Force Special Operations Command

Clovis, NMFull-time$17–17.99/hrPosted 5mo ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17–17.99/hr
Location
Clovis, NM
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Nationally Recognized Lifesaving And Water Rescue CertificationBasic First Aid TrainingCPR Training

Job overview

Air Force Special Operations Command is hiring a RECREATION AID (LIFEGUARD). The position is a non‑appropriated fund lifeguard role at the DZ Aquatic Center Pool on Cannon Air Force Base, offering flexible scheduling up to 40 hours per week without benefits, and requires certification and background checks.

Key focus areas include Observe swimming area to ensure patron safety, Ensure swimming area is open at scheduled times and admit only authorized persons, and Rescue swimmers in trouble and administer first aid.

Successful candidates bring Nationally Recognized Lifesaving And Water Rescue Certification, Basic First Aid Training, and CPR Training. Important skills include Lifesaving, Water Rescue Methods, First Aid, CPR Child, and CPR Adult. Preferred (not required): Surf Rescue Techniques, Swimming Activities Knowledge, Pool Rules And Procedures Knowledge, and Pool Equipment Use And Maintenance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

LifesavingWater Rescue MethodsFirst AidCPR ChildCPR AdultSurf Rescue TechniquesSwimming Activities KnowledgePool Rules and Procedures KnowledgePool Equipment Use and MaintenanceSafety Equipment Use and Maintenance

Qualifications

Nationally Recognized Lifesaving and Water Rescue CertificationBasic First Aid TrainingCPR TrainingSuccessful Background InvestigationSatisfactory Installation Records ChecksState Criminal Background ChecksNational Criminal Background Checks

Full job description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the DZ Aquatic Center Pool, Cannon Air Force Base. This is a flexible position with guaranteed 00 hours per week. You may be scheduled up to 40 hours per week. Employees appointed to a flexible category position are not eligible for benefits. 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, 08/30/2026 Family Member Preference, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, and Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran 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: For pool and aquatic center lifeguards: Must have an approved and current nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training, and CPR (both child and adult) training. For coastal lifeguards: In addition to the above, must also have surf rescue techniques training. Must have experience which provides a practical knowledge of 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, state and national criminal background checks may be required for positions that provide lifesaving duties for children. Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: The primary purpose of this position is to observes swimming area to ensure safety of patrons. Continuously observes swimming area to ensure safety of patrons. Ensures the swimming area is open to patrons at scheduled times and only authorized persons are admitted to the area. Rescues swimmers in trouble, promptly administers first aid, and calls for medical assistance if and when needed. Warns swimmers of unsafe environmental or health conditions, ocean conditions of rough water or hazards, and recommends closing swimming areas until safe conditions prevail. When working at pools, may operate water pumps and control chemical additives to ensure pool water meets specified standards. Ensures that diving boards are inspected frequently for cracks or loose matting, and that necessary repairs are made. May perform other related or incidental duties as assigned for the daily operation of the swimming area to include: cleaning of bath houses, wading pools, main pools, pool decks, beach areas, sunbathing areas, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12903188 Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does 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.

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