Recreation Aid (Lifeguard)

Recreation Aid (Lifeguard)

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Chinhae, South Korea

Salary Range: $15.25 - $16.5 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is located in the Sports, Fitness, and Aquatics Branch, of the Community Services Department, Community Support, Commander Navy Region Korea. The primary purpose of this position is to function as a lifeguard responsible for safeguarding the lives of persons using the respective swimming pool to which assigned.

Major Duties:

• Remains alert and continuously observe swimming area to ensure all water safety rules are observed by swimmers. Ensures that all swimmers in the water are accounted for at all times. Performs rescue work and when necessary, renders 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. Prepares complete accident report. Alerts supervisor of unusual circumstances. Ensures safety of patrons and other staff at all times. Request that patrons that do not obey pool rules/regulations leave the pool area. If they refuse, security is notified. Recommends to the supervisor those patrons who should be recommended to be banned from the pool. Determines patron eligibility and provides quality customer services to patrons. Answers questions and provides program information to patrons. May assist with scheduled pool parties after hours of operation or with a base wide special event. Performs any necessary housekeeping tasks to ensure proper standards of cleanliness, sanitation and appearance of pool and related facilities (vacuuming pool, cleaning deck, etc.). Inspects pool and surrounding area ensuring cleanliness and safety at all times. Checks chlorine and PH levels on a scheduled basis. Immediately communicates problems or concerns of the aquatic environment to the aquatics manager. Maintains daily logs and records. Must Maintain a high level of physical fitness including the ability to swim 250yards in under 5:00 minutes. Performs other related duties assigned.

Qualifications: Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate must be at least 16 years old and possess the following: Must have the understanding and ability to enforce rigid safety regulations to ensure maximum protection of swimmers. Must have tact and diplomacy and the ability to relate well with patrons. Must be able to understand both oral and written instructions provided by supervisor. Knowledge of emergency water safety procedures, policies, written instructions and directives. Ability to use equipment to take pool readings. Dexterity to handle a person in the water who may panic or be unconscious.

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. When building or uploading your resume, please note there is a two-page limit. The system will restrict any attempts to submit a longer document. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/31/2026 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. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12912903 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 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 DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to usn.ncr.cnicwashingtondc.mbx.naf-hrinquiries@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Application Deadline: 2026-12-31