USAJOBS connects job seekers with federal jobs across the United States and around the world as the official employment site for the federal government

Summary

Amended: This announcement will now close on 26-SEP-2025 and re-open on/after 29-SEP-2025 to meet USAJOBS two-page resume rule. Applicants may re-apply when it re-opens.

This announcement will be used to fill vacancies at Aquatic Locations on Fort Bragg, NC.

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.

Army NAF pay setting rules apply to this vacancy.

Summary

Overview

Help

Hiring complete

Open & closing dates

02/13/2025 to 09/26/2025

Salary: $16 to - $16 per hour

Pay scale & grade: NF 2

Location

Few vacancies in the following location:

Fort Bragg, NC

Remote job: No

Telework eligible: No

Travel Required: Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Appointment type: Intermittent

Work schedule: Intermittent

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: O2NAFDN-25-12690975

Control number: 831479200

This job is open to

Help

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

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

Help

Assist with the operation of the pool, oversees the work of assigned lifeguards and monitors compliance with facility policies. Assists with scheduling of employees.
Assists with the operation of the pool, its filtration system, water balance, pool chemistry and performs water tests.
Under direction of the pool supervisor, employ safety rules for the protection of the guest. Responsible for life guarding guest in attendance at the assigned aquatic facility.
Rescues swimmers and administers first aid as required.
Responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to tC21-21. Attend aquatics and/or safety training as directed.
Ensures maintaining pool and area is clean and free from any hazards.
Provides information to swimmers regarding safety rules and procedures. Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules and follow facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions.
Assist in coaching or preparing the competitive and non-competitive swimming programs as required.
Issues towels and checks identification as required. Maintains daily logs and records as required.

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.
Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity.
Must have current health assessment which documents good physical health, freedom from communicable disease IAW current Army.
In case of exposure to infectious disease, incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period.
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.
The following certificates must be obtained within 6 months of appointment: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor or nationally recognized equivalent OR American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or nationally recognized equivalent.

Qualifications

Must possess the following certificates:
1. American Red Cross "Lifeguard" certification or nationally recognized equivalent
2. American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer" (CPR-Pro) certification or nationally recognized equivalent

When facilities use Automated External Defibrillator "AED's" and Oxygen Administration "O2 bottles" the following is required:
1. American Red Cross "Automated External Defibrillator" (AED) certification or nationally recognized equivalent
2. American Red Cross "Oxygen Administration" certification or nationally recognized equivalent

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is Local. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Applications:

If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 PM EST by 09/26/2025 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.

Allowances, Incentives, and PCS Costs:

Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials

This is a pay-banded position.

Please check out our Applicant Information Kit:

It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit.pdf ).

Other:

Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.

Cut-Off:

The first cut-off for this vacancy is 19-FEB-2025. Additional referrals will be sent to management upon request. When all positions are filled, this vacancy will close.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

If you are claiming any of eligibilities below, your supporting documentation must be received at the time of application.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

Help

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12690975. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 09/26/2025 to receive consideration.

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. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12690975.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

NAF Job Info Center Fort Liberty

Phone: 910-396-8933
Email: USARMY.LIBERTY.CHRA-SC.MBX.USASTAFFINGBRAGG@ARMY.MIL

Address: DN-NAF-W0U3AA U S ARMYGARRISONFTBRAGGHQ
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Bragg, NC 28310
US

Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

Required Documents

Help

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

Professional Certification
Resume

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:

Cover Letter
DD-214/ Statement of Service
Sponsor's PCS Orders to Fort Liberty
Marriage Certificate (required if your name does not appear on the PCS Orders)
DA Form3434
Professional Certification
Resume
Separation Notice (RIF)
SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply

Help

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. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12690975.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

NAF Job Info Center Fort Liberty

Phone: 910-396-8933
Email: USARMY.LIBERTY.CHRA-SC.MBX.USASTAFFINGBRAGG@ARMY.MIL

Address: DN-NAF-W0U3AA U S ARMYGARRISONFTBRAGGHQ
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Bragg, NC 28310
US

Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request