Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard) Nf-02

Location: New York, Fort Drum

Requires Relocation: No

Start Date: 01/01/2026

End Date: 31/03/2026

Offering Type: Intermittent

Hiring Paths: The public

Service Type: Competitive

Travel Percentage: Not required

Intermittent On-site

United States Army Installation Management Command

About United States Army Installation Management Command

Looking to make a difference? Join our team! Army Materiel Command (AMC) is the Army’s primary logistics and sustainment command, responsible for managing the global supply chain and ensuring installation and materiel readiness across the Total Force. AMC is one of the Army’s largest commands with nearly 165,000 military, Army Civilian and contractor employees, impacting all 50 states and more than 150 countries. Since 1962, AMC has played a significant role in supplying our forces during wars, conflicts and contingencies, and providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief. From managing the Army’s global supply chain to providing quality of life programs for Soldiers and families; from providing financial management and contracting capabilities to leading the way in data analytics, AMC’s missions are wide ranging and critical. AMC’s workforce is at the core of the command’s support to the Warfighter. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a culture that puts people first, we have an extensive array of career paths available. Join today and be the power behind ensuring the best equipped and sustained fighting force in the world. Applicants may visit the Applicant Inquiry – CHRA Portal (army.mil) link if they have questions when applying for positions through USAJOBS. To submit an applicant inquiry, please visit: https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq&validate=true

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Summary

Job summary

This position is located at the Magrath Pool within the Magrath Sports Complex. Join our team at the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) at Fort Drum. We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of Soldiers and their Families by providing essential support services, including child and youth programs and a variety of recreational activities that directly contribute to Soldier readiness and well-being. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will NOT be paid.

Major duties

Serves as a lifeguard at indoor/outdoor pools, water parks, or beach fronts, working under the direction of an Aquatics Program Manager or supervisor. Ensures the safety of all guests by enforcing rules, rescuing swimmers in distress, and administering first aid as needed. Assists in conducting aquatic swimming and water survival training, and maintains personal readiness by attending regular safety training. Performs administrative duties such as staff scheduling, inventory tracking, ordering supplies, and maintaining daily operational logs and records. Helps maintain a clean and hazard-free facility, informs patrons about safety procedures, and assists with coaching swimming programs as required.

Qualification

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess PRIOR to the start of employment, and then maintain for the duration of employment, the following certifications: Lifeguard, AND Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional or CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AND First Aid. In addition to the above certifications, a qualified candidate must: have experience providing customer service to others, AND be willing to obtain an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification within two weeks of reporting for duty. All certifications must be American Red Cross or a nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard or Ellis. PLEASE NOTE: Your resume & application package must reflect the qualifications stated in the announcement and questionnaire to be rated eligible.

Evaluations

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility. Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire. We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire. If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation. Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key. Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position. Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities: NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP) NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA) NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE) NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents) Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.

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