Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) NF-01
US Department of War, Honolulu, HI, United States
Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) NF-01
These positions are located at Tripler Army Medical Center Pool, Honolulu Hawaii, on the Island of Oahu. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume. This is standing Register with the first cut off date on March 26, 2026. Incentives and Bonuses will not be paid. Overview
Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 03/06/2026 to 04/22/2026 Salary: $17 - $17 per hour. This position is not entitled to 8.64% COLA (Island of Oahu). Location: 1 vacancy in the following location: Honolulu, HI Remote job: No Telework eligible: No Travel Required: Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed: No Appointment type: Intermittent - This is a Flexible position, not eligible for benefits. Work schedule: Intermittent - This is a Flexible position, not eligible for benefits. Service: Competitive Promotion potential: None Job family (Series): 0189 Recreation Aid And Assistant Supervisory status: No Security clearance: Not Required Drug test: No Position sensitivity and risk: Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process: Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure: No Bargaining unit status: Yes Announcement number: O3NAFEW-26-12904938 Control number: 860210500 This job is open to
The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation. Duties
Serves as a lifeguard for indoor and outdoor pools and works under the direction of the Installation Aquatics Program Manager. Employs safety rules for the protection of the pool guests. Responsible for lifeguarding guests in attendance at the assigned aquatics facility. Provides maximum pool area surveillance and responds to emergencies; rescues pool patrons and administers first aid as required. Responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to ATP 7-22.01 as of October 2020 and assisting with American Red Cross swim lessons as an Aide. Attend aquatics and/or safety training as directed. Adheres to Customer Service standards of the Installation. Assists in maintaining pool, and area clean and free from any hazards. Performs periodic water tests and reports results to the pool leader on duty. Provides information to swimmers regarding safety/health/admission rules and procedures. Requirements
Help Conditions of employment
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. A one-year probationary period may be required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. Lifeguards will participate in any required training (on-the-job training emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations). Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation. Must have current health assessment which documents good physical health, and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy. Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity. In case of exposure to infectious disease, incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period. Lifeguards must have good vision (based upon an acceptable standard of 20/40 vision or better, either (with glasses or contacts) or uncorrected) while on duty to effectively recognize all emergencies, incidents and rule breaking. Incumbent is required to follow environmental safeguards and wear personal protective equipment. May be assigned to irregular duties or when needed for special recreational events and related requirements. Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty. Fifteen(15) year old lifeguards must comply with the restriction of the DOL Child Labors Law (Jan 17, 2006). In addition, the incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children. All required certifications must be kept current. Qualifications
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 the following: Lifeguarding and First Aid (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard, YMCA, or ELLIS). American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional; CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED); First Aid. Your resume MUST clearly reflect the knowledge and experience listed under minimum criteria. Applicants who meet minimum criteria will be referred to the selecting official for consideration first. Additional information
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is LOCAL, Island of Oahu. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration. This is a Standing Register and eligible applicants will be referred to management upon request. If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3pm HST on 04/22/2026 to ensure timely processing. Important : Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating. 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. Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility. Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details. Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date. Army PAY SETTING Rules/Requirements apply to this vacancy announcement. Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a RFT or RPT position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of SEP entitlement for the current PCS of the sponsor. Any individual who was required to register with Selective Service and who is not registered or knowingly and willfully did not register before the requirement terminated or became inapplicable to the individual, will not be appointed. Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights,
These positions are located at Tripler Army Medical Center Pool, Honolulu Hawaii, on the Island of Oahu. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume. This is standing Register with the first cut off date on March 26, 2026. Incentives and Bonuses will not be paid. Overview
Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 03/06/2026 to 04/22/2026 Salary: $17 - $17 per hour. This position is not entitled to 8.64% COLA (Island of Oahu). Location: 1 vacancy in the following location: Honolulu, HI Remote job: No Telework eligible: No Travel Required: Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed: No Appointment type: Intermittent - This is a Flexible position, not eligible for benefits. Work schedule: Intermittent - This is a Flexible position, not eligible for benefits. Service: Competitive Promotion potential: None Job family (Series): 0189 Recreation Aid And Assistant Supervisory status: No Security clearance: Not Required Drug test: No Position sensitivity and risk: Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process: Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure: No Bargaining unit status: Yes Announcement number: O3NAFEW-26-12904938 Control number: 860210500 This job is open to
The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation. Duties
Serves as a lifeguard for indoor and outdoor pools and works under the direction of the Installation Aquatics Program Manager. Employs safety rules for the protection of the pool guests. Responsible for lifeguarding guests in attendance at the assigned aquatics facility. Provides maximum pool area surveillance and responds to emergencies; rescues pool patrons and administers first aid as required. Responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to ATP 7-22.01 as of October 2020 and assisting with American Red Cross swim lessons as an Aide. Attend aquatics and/or safety training as directed. Adheres to Customer Service standards of the Installation. Assists in maintaining pool, and area clean and free from any hazards. Performs periodic water tests and reports results to the pool leader on duty. Provides information to swimmers regarding safety/health/admission rules and procedures. Requirements
Help Conditions of employment
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. A one-year probationary period may be required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. Lifeguards will participate in any required training (on-the-job training emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations). Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation. Must have current health assessment which documents good physical health, and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy. Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity. In case of exposure to infectious disease, incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period. Lifeguards must have good vision (based upon an acceptable standard of 20/40 vision or better, either (with glasses or contacts) or uncorrected) while on duty to effectively recognize all emergencies, incidents and rule breaking. Incumbent is required to follow environmental safeguards and wear personal protective equipment. May be assigned to irregular duties or when needed for special recreational events and related requirements. Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty. Fifteen(15) year old lifeguards must comply with the restriction of the DOL Child Labors Law (Jan 17, 2006). In addition, the incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children. All required certifications must be kept current. Qualifications
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 the following: Lifeguarding and First Aid (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard, YMCA, or ELLIS). American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional; CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED); First Aid. Your resume MUST clearly reflect the knowledge and experience listed under minimum criteria. Applicants who meet minimum criteria will be referred to the selecting official for consideration first. Additional information
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is LOCAL, Island of Oahu. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration. This is a Standing Register and eligible applicants will be referred to management upon request. If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3pm HST on 04/22/2026 to ensure timely processing. Important : Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating. 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. Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility. Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details. Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date. Army PAY SETTING Rules/Requirements apply to this vacancy announcement. Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a RFT or RPT position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of SEP entitlement for the current PCS of the sponsor. Any individual who was required to register with Selective Service and who is not registered or knowingly and willfully did not register before the requirement terminated or became inapplicable to the individual, will not be appointed. Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights,