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Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) NF - 02

Department of the Army

United States Army Installation Management Command

Aquatics Knight Pool

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Summary

This position is located at Knight Pool .Click here for hours of operation.

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.

Note: Note: If claiming current/former NAF or APF Employee preference, you are required to submit a copy of your personnel action (DA Form 3434 or SF-50) with your supporting documents to be eligible for this preference.

Learn more about this agency

Summary

This position is located at Knight Pool .Click here for hours of operation.

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.

Note: Note: If claiming current/former NAF or APF Employee preference, you are required to submit a copy of your personnel action (DA Form 3434 or SF-50) with your supporting documents to be eligible for this preference.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

05/20/2026 to 06/03/2026

Salary $15 - $24.32 per hour Pay scale & grade NF 2

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Fort Jackson, SC

Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Intermittent Work schedule Intermittent - 0 - 40 hours 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 No

Announcement number O3NAFDU-26-12967465 Control number 870030000

This job is open to

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The public

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

Clarification from the agency

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

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• Acts as water safety instructor.
• Manages all swimming lessons and instructs when scheduled, at the assigned aquatics facility. Develops swim program according to students ability and promotes students to higher level of swimming according to their skills.
• Instructs all levels of swimming and appropriate strokes, to include; front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly.
• Teach students from age groups of infant through adults.
• Introduces and instructs safety and survival skills to students, when appropriate to level of instruction and instructors work with lifeguards to ensure that swim lessons are safe at all times.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• 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.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Incumbent may also required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally- controlled facilities.
• In addition, the incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicants relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

Work experience related to the duties described above and possession of the following certificates:

• Water Safety Instructor Certification
• Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• First Aid Certification

(Certificates issue by American Red Cross, Ellis @ Associates, Star Guard or other nationally recognized agencies are acceptable)Highly desirable possession of a Lifeguard Certification

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration

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

Manual Application Option

• 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 2:30 PM EST on 06/03/2026 to ensure timely processing.
• Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials

• This is a pay-banded position.
• Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay. When authorized, Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
• Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities:

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant drivers license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Drivers 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.

Discover Your Path to Success

• 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, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.
• Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf.

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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.

Benefits

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Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as youll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defenses overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, youll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

For a slideshow presentation regarding these benefits, please click the Review Our Benefits link below.

Review our benefits

How you will be evaluated

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

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It

We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.

• Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire.
• We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire.
• If youre tentatively qualified, well take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.

Note: If its later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key.

Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying

When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.

Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities:

• NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
• NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP)
• NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA)
• NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE)
• NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)

Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.

Benefits

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Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as youll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defenses overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, youll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

For a slideshow presentation regarding these benefits, please click the Review Our Benefits link below.

Review our benefits

Required documents

Required Documents

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About Your Resume

• Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes must adhere to the two-page limit and must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications, and other position requirements listed in this job opportunity announcement. For additional information on the two-page resume limit, refer to:

• https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/.

• Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit).

• Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.

Expedite Your Hiring

• To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your resume.

Required Documents

• Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
• Resume

Other Accepted Documents

• Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• To be eligible for CNE/FNE DA Form 3434 or SF 50 must be submitted at the time of application. (CNE/FNE)
• To be eligible for Veterans Preference the DD214 Member 4 Copy must be submitted at the time of application. (OAV)
• Marriage Certificate (if name is NOT listed on Spouse PCS orders)
• Water Safety Instructor Certification
• Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and First Aid Certification (Certificates issue by American Red Cross, Ellis @ Associates, Star Guard or other nationally recognized agencies are acceptable) Highly desirable possession of a Lifeguard Certification)
• PCS Orders
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply

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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 Announcement number O3NAFDU-26-12967465. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 06/03/2026 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.

• Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to include in your application.

• Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details.

• You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

• After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the IncludePersonal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

• You will be taken to the online application which you must complete to apply for the position. 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 and designate the document type when submitting your application.

• It is the applicants 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.

• Click this link to preview the application:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12967465.

• Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found at https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us.

• To verify of check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status, and the date it was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.

2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions on how to request a paper application.

Agency contact information

Latoya Pendergrass

Phone 803-751-4891 Email latoya.d.pendergrass.naf@army.mil Address DU-NAF-W6CCAA US ARMY GARRISON FT JACKSON

DO NOT MAIL

Fort Jackson, SC 29207

US

Next steps

Our Next Steps to Review Your Application and Keep You Informed

1. Application Review

• Once you submit your application, the system will automatically review your answers to the application questionnaire to determine if you meet the basic qualifications for the job.
• If you meet the qualifications, your application will move to the next step, where our HR representatives will carefully review your experience, skills, education (if applicable), and how well you match the job requirements.

2. Keeping You Informed

• If you provided an email address, youll receive a confirmation email letting you know weve received your application.
• As your application moves through the hiring process, well send you updates and notifications via email.
• Processing times may vary, but well do our best to keep you informed every step of the way.

Your Next Steps to Stay on Top of Your Application

1. Check Your Contact Information

• If your contact information changes after the job announcement closes, let us know as soon as possible.

2. Ensure You Receive Updates

• Double-check that your email address is accurate and that your inbox can receive messages from us,
• Make sure your mailbox isnt full and check your spam or junk folder to avoid missing important updates about your application.

3. Sign Up for Text Alerts

• Want to stay ahead in the hiring process? In your USAJOBS profile, you can sign up to receive text alerts about jobs you applied to or tasks you need to complete.

Were excited about your interest in this position and look forward to reviewing your application!

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

Required Documents

Help

About Your Resume

• Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes must adhere to the two-page limit and must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications, and other position requirements listed in this job opportunity announcement. For additional information on the two-page resume limit, refer to:

• https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/.

• Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit).

• Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.

Expedite Your Hiring

• To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your resume.

Required Documents

• Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
• Resume

Other Accepted Documents

• Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• To be eligible for CNE/FNE DA Form 3434 or SF 50 must be submitted at the time of application. (CNE/FNE)
• To be eligible for Veterans Preference the DD214 Member 4 Copy must be submitted at the time of application. (OAV)
• Marriage Certificate (if name is NOT listed on Spouse PCS orders)
• Water Safety Instructor Certification
• Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and First Aid Certification (Certificates issue by American Red Cross, Ellis @ Associates, Star Guard or other nationally recognized agencies are acceptable) Highly desirable possession of a Lifeguard Certification)
• PCS Orders
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply

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 Announcement number O3NAFDU-26-12967465. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 06/03/2026 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.

• Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to include in your application.

• Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details.

• You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

• After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the IncludePersonal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

• You will be taken to the online application which you must complete to apply for the position. 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 and designate the document type when submitting your application.

• It is the applicants 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.

• Click this link to preview the application:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12967465.

• Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found at https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us.

• To verify of check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status, and the date it was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.

2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions on how to request a paper application.

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Agency contact information

Latoya Pendergrass

Phone 803-751-4891 Email latoya.d.pendergrass.naf@army.mil Address DU-NAF-W6CCAA US ARMY GARRISON FT JACKSON

DO NOT MAIL

Fort Jackson, SC 29207

US

Next steps

Our Next Steps to Review Your Application and Keep You Informed

1. Application Review

• Once you submit your application, the system will automatically review your answers to the application questionnaire to determine if you meet the basic qualifications for the job.
• If you meet the qualifications, your application will move to the next step, where our HR representatives will carefully review your experience, skills, education (if applicable), and how well you match the job requirements.

2. Keeping You Informed

• If you provided an email address, youll receive a confirmation email letting you know weve received your application.
• As your application moves through the hiring process, well send you updates and notifications via email.
• Processing times may vary, but well do our best to keep you informed every step of the way.

Your Next Steps to Stay on Top of Your Application

1. Check Your Contact Information

• If your contact information changes after the job announcement closes, let us know as soon as possible.

2. Ensure You Receive Updates

• Double-check that your email address is accurate and that your inbox can receive messages from us,
• Make sure your mailbox isnt full and check your spam or junk folder to avoid missing important updates about your application.

3. Sign Up for Text Alerts

• Want to stay ahead in the hiring process? In your USAJOBS profile, you can sign up to receive text alerts about jobs you applied to or tasks you need to complete.

Were excited about your interest in this position and look forward to reviewing your application!

Expand Hide next steps

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

United States Army Installation Management Command

Agency contact information

Latoya Pendergrass

Phone 803-751-4891 Email latoya.d.pendergrass.naf@army.mil Address DU-NAF-W6CCAA US ARMY GARRISON FT JACKSON

DO NOT MAIL

Fort Jackson, SC 29207

US

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Summary

This position is located at Knight Pool .Click here for hours of operation.

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.

Note: Note: If claiming current/former NAF or APF Employee preference, you are required to submit a copy of your personnel action (DA Form 3434 or SF-50) with your supporting documents to be eligible for this preference.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

05/20/2026 to 06/03/2026

Salary $15 - $24.32 per hour Pay scale & grade NF 2

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Fort Jackson, SC

Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Intermittent Work schedule Intermittent - 0 - 40 hours 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 No

Announcement number O3NAFDU-26-12967465 Control number 870030000

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