Student Trainee (Recreation Aid - Recreation Aid/Lifeguard - Lead Recreation Aid/Lifeguard)

Full Time, onsite
Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Vandenberg AFB, United States of America

$ 34,701 - $ 58,592 / month

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Monitors activities within assigned swimming facility.
Cleans and maintains the swimming facility.
Rescues and resuscitates individuals in danger of drowning and renders first aid to injuries.
Performs gate control duties.
Conducts swimming lessons following prescribed lesson plan.
Leads three or more lifeguards in the performance of lifeguard and related swimming facility duties. (GS-3 and GS-4 "Lead" title)

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must be at least 16 years of age
Males 18 years or older must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
Must meet suitability requirements for Federal employment.
U.S. citizen or national (resident of American Samoa or Swains Island)
Must be eligible to work under U.S. immigration laws.
You must be a student, currently enrolled, at least half-time at a qualifying, accredited education institution or accepted for enrollment/enrolled in an approved program.
Enrollment must be at least half-time course load as defined by the education institution (typically six hours or equivalent for undergraduate and three hours or equivalent for graduate)
Must sign a Participant Agreement
Meet the qualification standards of the position.
Some physical exertions required in effecting a swimming rescue: Must be able to lift and carry 45lbs and over, much of the time is spent sitting, standing, or walking, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, kneeling and reaching is required.
Participates in required in-service training and maintains currency, capability, and certification to perform lifesaving and water rescue, and to administer basic first aid and CPR through the period of employment.
If positions is identified as having "regular contact with children" (i.e. youth swim lessons instructor) in accordance with public law, a criminal background check must be completed.
All certifications must remain current during the period of employment.
Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized (e.g., American Red Cross) lifeguard certification covering lifesaving and water rescue methods, skills, and procedures.
Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized ( e.g., American Red Cross) CPR certification which includes adult, child, and infant procedures.
Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized (e.g., American Red Cross) basic first aid certification.
May be required to work other normal duty hours such as evening, weekends and/or holidays.
Lifeguards on coastal beaches must also be specifically trained in surf rescue techniques. The training is also required for swimming and aquatic exercise instructors. (Air Force Instruction 34-101)

Qualifications

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QUALIFICATIONS: GS-01:
No experience required for GS-0199-01 level positions.

QUALIFICATIONS: GS-02:
Three months of general experience for GS-0199-02 level positions. General Experience: (l) Any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation.
-OR-
Education: High school diploma or equivalent

QUALIFICATIONS: GS-03:
Six months of general experience for GS-0199-03 level positions. General Experience: (l) Any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation.
-OR-
Education: Successful completion of 1 academic year of post-high school study
-OR-
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: You must submit a copy of transcripts.

QUALIFICATIONS For GS-04:
Six months of general experience for GS-0199-04 level positions. General Experience: (l) Any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation.
-AND-
At least Six months of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-03) or equivalent. Specialized experience must have the ability rescue and resuscitate individuals in danger of drowning and renders first aid to injuries; clean and maintain the swimming facility; and provide assistance in planning, monitoring, and/or supervising recreation activities.
-OR-
EDUCATION: For GS-04: Successful completion of 2 academic years of post-high school study or associate's degree
-OR-
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: You must submit a copy of transcripts.

Note: The high school curriculum must be approved by a State or local governing body. All education beyond high school must be accredited by an accrediting body or organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

If you are selected for Lead Lifeguard/Lifeguard:

Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized (e.g., American Red Cross) Water Safety Instructor certification. (If applicable to the position).
May provide advice and guidance, such as orientation, lesson plans etc., to low grade lifeguards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

Knowledge of lifesaving, first aid, and CPR as would be learned through an approved course leading to certification.
Knowledge of a variety of swimming facility rules, work procedures, equipment and materials to perform standing, recurring tasks
Ability (demonstrated, current and physical) to swim to and rescue swimmers of all age groups to and including adult and to administer CPR to adults, children and infants.
Ability to orient lower graded employees, distribute/balance work assignments, and monitor work accomplishment.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This position has an education requirement. You MUST provide transcripts or Official Letter of Enrollment to support your educational claims. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

May work part-time, intermittent or full-time schedules.

Non-citizens may be eligible for employment if permitted by the DoD Appropriation Act

NOTE: U.S. citizenship is required for a noncompetitive conversion to a permanent or term appointment with the Department of the Air Force.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit

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Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Conditions of Employment

Must be at least 16 years of age
Males 18 years or older must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
Must meet suitability requirements for Federal employment.
U.S. citizen or national (resident of American Samoa or Swains Island)
Must be eligible to work under U.S. immigration laws.
You must be a student, currently enrolled, at least half-time at a qualifying, accredited education institution or accepted for enrollment/enrolled in an approved program.
Enrollment must be at least half-time course load as defined by the education institution (typically six hours or equivalent for undergraduate and three hours or equivalent for graduate)
Must sign a Participant Agreement
Meet the qualification standards of the position.
Some physical exertions required in effecting a swimming rescue: Must be able to lift and carry 45lbs and over, much of the time is spent sitting, standing, or walking, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, kneeling and reaching is required.
Participates in required in-service training and maintains currency, capability, and certification to perform lifesaving and water rescue, and to administer basic first aid and CPR through the period of employment.
If positions is identified as having "regular contact with children" (i.e. youth swim lessons instructor) in accordance with public law, a criminal background check must be completed.
All certifications must remain current during the period of employment.
Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized (e.g., American Red Cross) lifeguard certification covering lifesaving and water rescue methods, skills, and procedures.
Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized ( e.g., American Red Cross) CPR certification which includes adult, child, and infant procedures.
Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized (e.g., American Red Cross) basic first aid certification.
May be required to work other normal duty hours such as evening, weekends and/or holidays.
Lifeguards on coastal beaches must also be specifically trained in surf rescue techniques. The training is also required for swimming and aquatic exercise instructors. (Air Force Instruction 34-101)

Qualifications

Must possess a current and valid nationally recognized (e.g., American Red Cross) Water Safety Instructor certification. (If applicable to the position).
May provide advice and guidance, such as orientation, lesson plans etc., to low grade lifeguards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

Knowledge of lifesaving, first aid, and CPR as would be learned through an approved course leading to certification.
Knowledge of a variety of swimming facility rules, work procedures, equipment and materials to perform standing, recurring tasks
Ability (demonstrated, current and physical) to swim to and rescue swimmers of all age groups to and including adult and to administer CPR to adults, children and infants.
Ability to orient lower graded employees, distribute/balance work assignments, and monitor work accomplishment.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally.