Recreation Aide​/Assistant - Lifeguard

summary

this is a season position that will last from may 2026 to september 2026. This position is located at the fitness division, aquatics branch of the morale, welfare and recreation department, naval support activity, panama city. The primary purpose of this position is to perform lifeguard duties which involve the safeguarding of the lives of patrons of the indoor or outdoor pool located at nsa panama city.

• responsible for the safety of swimmers in the pool.
• remain alert and continuously observe swimming area to ensure safety of patrons.
• enforce swimming pool rules and regulations, assist swimmers having difficulty and rescue those in trouble.
• perform rescue work and when necessary, render first aid until such time as qualified doctor or other emergency personnel are present.
• in case of a serious accident will call for an ambulance.
• prepare complete accident report.
• alert supervisor of unusual circumstances.
• perform any necessary housekeeping tasks to ensure proper standards of cleanliness, sanitation and appearance of pool and related facilities (vacuuming pool, cleaning deck, etc.).
• inspect pool and surrounding area ensuring cleanliness and safety at all times.
• check chlorine and ph levels on a scheduled basis.
• immediately communicate problems or concerns of the aquatic environment to the aquatics manager.
• determine patron eligibility and provide quality customer service to patrons.
• answer questions and provide program information to patrons.
• may assist with scheduled pool parties after hours of operation or with a base wide special event.
• maintain daily logs and records.
• perform other duties as assigned.

• must meet federal employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• must successfully pass the e-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• you must go through a personal identity verification (piv) process that requires two forms of identification from the form i-9.
• may be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• a valid state driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by direct deposit/electronic funds transfer.
• selective service registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• must be at least 16 years old.
• national and state background checks are required for positions that involve working with youth programs.
• must pass the swim pre‑qualification.

in order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

All non‑government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

• recreation aide nf-0189-01 does not have a minimum length of experience requirement.
• recreation assistant nf-0189-02 requires at least 12 months experience performing the duties of a lifeguard.
• knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
• knowledge of the beach environment, marine life, and beach water hazards. (waterfront only)
• knowledge of dod, don, and cnic policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications.
• knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of mwr regarding the use of aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
• ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance…