Student Trainee (Recreation Aid/Lifeguard)

Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Mcconnell Afb, KS

JobSummary

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*****

LowGrade

1

HighGrade

4

PromotionPotential

None

OrganizationCodes

DD/AF00

Relocation

False

HiringPath

  • student

MCOTags

TotalOpenings

MANY

AgencyMarketingStatement

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Are you looking for a unique internship opportunity to gain valuable work experience? An internship with the Department of the Air Force offers challenging work, and the satisfaction of knowing you've made a difference. We're offering you an exciting opportunity to gain "real world" experience as an Intern in the Pathways Program. You may be non-competitively converted to a term or permanent appointment within the PALACE Acquire (PAQ)/Copper Cap (COP) or a similar Program. You MUST have one or more identified eligibilities in order to be considered. Eligibility claims must be supported with required documentation submitted within each application package to be considered.

TravelCode

0

MajorDuties

  • 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.

Requirements

Evaluations

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.

HowToApply

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: Barksdale AFB, Louisiana- Bernica Walker bernica.walker.3@us.af.mil; Amanda Cerda amanda.cerda@us.af.mil Cannon AFB New Mexico- Jennifer Jacovino jennifer.jacovino@us.af.mil or Jacquelyn Bonney jacquelyn.bonney.2@us.af.mil Eielson AFB, Alaska - Meghan Rhodes meghan.rhodes.1@us.af.mil or Laurie Holdsworth laurie.holdsworth@us.af.mil and eielsonstaffing@us.af.mil Hurlburt AFB, Florida- Franklin Hunt franklin.hunt.1@us.af.mil or Karin Gary karin.gary.1@us.af.mil Joint Base Langley-Eustis: Anthony Cochran ANTHONY.COCHRAN@US.AF.MIL???????; Billie Jeffries BILLIE.JEFFRIES@US.AF.MIL Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey Sarah Medina sarah.medina.1@us.af.mil Julie Chalfant julie.chalfant@us.af.mil McConnell AFB, Kansas - Alyson Boor alyson.boor.1@us.af.mil and Melissa Frazier melissa.frazier.3@us.af.mil Minot AFB, North Dakota - Rolan Montgomery rolan.montgomery.1@us.af.mil and Donna donna.carlock.1@us.af.mil Vandenberg AFB, California - Tina Babauta tina.babauta.2@spaceforce.mil or Jasmine Jamison jasmine.jamison.1@spaceforce.mil Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any documents submitted by an applicant.

WhatToExpectNext

PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify information emailed (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted to the point of contact by the closing date.

RequiredDocuments

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.

Benefits

BenefitsUrl

https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/

OtherInformation

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.

KeyRequirements

WithinArea

False

CommuteDistance

0

ServiceType

01

AnnouncementClosingType

01

AgencyContactEmail

DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY

AgencyContactPhone

1-800-525-0102

SecurityClearance

Not Required

DrugTestRequired

False

PositionSensitivitiy

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

AdjudicationType

  • Suitability/Fitness
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