Federal
Student Trainee (Recreation Aid/Lifeguard)
Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide ยท Department of the Air Force
About This Position
DO NOT APPLY ONLINE Please see the How to Apply section for the point of contact at the local base to submit your application. The primary purpose of this position is to provide a Student Trainee, who has been appointed to the Pathways Summer Program, with on-the-job training and guidance. Will perform other related swimming facility duties, to further student technical development. ***THIS PUBLIC NOTICE COVERS ALL SUMMER HIRE STUDENT TRAINEE, GS-0199-01/02/03/04 POSITIONS FOR ALL TITLES*****
Qualifications
(Contact the location/installation as indicated in the How to Apply section of this announcement on how to submit your resume and application package) 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.
Major Duties
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)
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 here 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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
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 here for more information. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
How to Apply
All required documents/application listed above in the required documents section must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 05/08/2026 to the POC (of the base you are interested in) listed below. For more information on how to apply for Student Summer Hire positions, please contact the following by email: Altus AFB Oklahoma - Brandilyn Outten [email protected] or Tiffany Adams [email protected] Barksdale AFB, Louisiana - Bernica Walker Bernica Walker or Adeyemi Warren [email protected] Dover AFB, Delaware - Madeline Sexton [email protected] or Belinda Mugo [email protected] Dyess AFB, Texas - Nicole Bernal [email protected] and Erica Hamilton [email protected] Eielson AFB, Alaska - Meghan Rhodes [email protected] and [email protected] Goodfellow AFB, Texas - Elizabeth Hernandez [email protected] and [email protected] Holloman AFB, New Mexico - Paige Steib [email protected] or Scharneka James [email protected] Homestead ARB - Sabine Bien-Aime [email protected] and Mylene Marquez [email protected] Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Lackland AFB, Texas Patty Rivera [email protected] Leah Espada [email protected] Sharon Hernandez [email protected] [email protected] Fort Sam Houston, Texas Patty Rivera [email protected] Leah Espada [email protected] [email protected] Randolph AFB, Texas Patty Rivera [email protected] Leah Espada [email protected] [email protected] Canyon Lake Sharon Hernandez [email protected] Leah Espada [email protected] [email protected] Joint Base Charleston - Elizabeth Booker [email protected] and Philip Evangelista [email protected] Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey Sarah Medina [email protected] Julie Chalfant [email protected] Keesler AFB, Mississippi - James Gray [email protected] and LaTasha McClain [email protected] Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia - Ola Powell [email protected] Sharalee Jones-Williston [email protected] Malaika Willians - [email protected] Laughlin AFB, Texas - Kelvia Losoya and Ana Valdez - [email protected] Maxwell AFB, Alabama - Kimberly Perdue [email protected] or Michelle Eckert - [email protected] McConnell AFB, Kansas - Alyson Boor [email protected] and Melissa Frazier [email protected] Minot AFB, North Dakota - Rolan Montgomery [email protected] and Donna [email protected] Sheppard AFB, Texas - Kristina Diaz [email protected] and Britney Nunez [email protected] Vandenberg AFB, California - Tina Babauta [email protected] or Alexander Stewart [email protected] Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any documents submitted by an applicant.
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming. Online Application: Questionnaire Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply". Proof of enrollment/class registration Registration/License - active, current registration/license if applicable for the position Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD-Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD-Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15. ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following: Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member Branch of Armed Forces Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s) Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty Terminal leave start date (if applicable) Expected character of service/discharge and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement) Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander. Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Student Trainee (Recreation Aid/Lifeguard) position at Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide?
The salary range for this position is $35,048 - $47,334/yr. This is a GS-1/4 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the Student Trainee (Recreation Aid/Lifeguard) job located?
This position is located in Eielson AFB, Alaska. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
(Contact the location/installation as indicated in the How to Apply section of this announcement on how to submit your resume and application package) 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 ...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is May 8, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What does GS-1/4 mean?
GS-1/4 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.