RECREATION SPECIALIST (LIFEGUARD SUPERVISOR)

Summary About the position: This position is Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Oasis Pool (Outdoor Recreation) on Dover Air Force Base. As a FLEX employee, you may work anywhere between 0-40 hours per week, on an as needed basis.NOTE: This position is temporary, NOT TO EXCEED 12-SEP-2026. Duties Help Responsible for all activities within the swimming pool area during the summer pool season, including initial set up for opening and tear down for closing. Supervises up to 15 lifeguards and 3 cashiers in performance of their daily duties. Develops duty schedules for all lifeguards to maintain minimum lifeguard on-duty requirement for daily pool operations, including private parties and lap swimming. Develops duty schedules for cashiers to ensure required coverage during all hours of pool operations. Records lifeguard hours worked and submits individual time sheets for accurate payroll payments. Maintains order and enforces established rules of safety and behavior. Instructs, cautions, and expels patrons for inappropriate behavior. Maintains currency and applies a variety of techniques such as rescue breathing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid as required to respond to any type of safety incident. Conducts required in-service training for all lifeguards. Uses all aquatic equipment as requires and trains lifeguard staff on proper use and care of equipment including, but not limited to first aid kits, buoys, ropes, rescue rings, shepherd's hooks, backboards, and handicap lifts. Responds to, documents, and reports incidents, accidents, and injuries. Promptly reports results of any incident to the Outdoor Recreation Manager. Monitors and documents pool water chemistry (temperature, free chlorine, pH, and clarity) according to established schedules, instructions, and standards. Monitors all pool areas including bathhouse, deck, lockers, showers, pool, splash pad, grounds, pavilion, parking lot, park, and restroom adjacent to pool area to ensure compliance with established schedules, instructions, and sanitation requirements. Reports equipment, facility, and water deficiencies to Civil Engineering personnel for correction. Monitors gate control and cashier duties to ensure compliance with established standards and cash handling procedures. Performs gate control and cashier duties as required in absence of cashier. Schedules youth and adults for appropriate skill-level swim lessons. Conducts all swimming lessons with the assistance of other lifeguards if required. Trains new lifeguards. Works non-regular shifts including nights and weekends. All required certifications must be valid prior to hire and remain valid throughout the entire pool season. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: Requirements Help Conditions of employment This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. Satisfactory completion of installation records checks, state and national criminal background checks may be required for positions that provide lifesaving duties for children. Must be able to lift and carry 45 pounds. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to communicate orally and verbally and possess effective customer service skills. Must be available to work non-regular shifts to include evenings and weekends. Must have and provide proof of Hepatitis B immunization. This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing. 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, 03/15/2026 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 minimum 3 years lifeguard experience. Must possess a valid, nationally recognized lifeguard certification with lifesaving, water rescue methods, skills, and procedures. Valid, nationally recognized basic first aid certification required. Must possess a valid nationally recognized CPR certification that includes adult, child, and infant procedures. Possession of a nationally recognized water safety certification or equivalent desirable but not required; however, possession will increase hiring potential and hourly wage. Pre-employment screening required for swim ability, rescue skills and CPR. Must have experience with cash handling to account for large amounts of cash with no errors. Must be able to lift and carry 45 pounds. Must possess a valid driver's license. Satisfactory completion of installation records checks, state and national criminal background checks may be required for positions that provide lifesaving duties for children. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). Must have Hepatitis B immunization. "This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use." Education This position does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. This position is not included in a bargaining unit. Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Help Review our benefits

Created: 2026-03-10