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Position Title
Recreation Assistant/Aid (Lifeguard)
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
NE-1612-DEWA-12304776-OC Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, February 8, 2024 to Sunday, June 30, 2024
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a United States Citizen?

For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
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3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?   If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.  
 
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
2. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
1. From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your current level of experience and/or training that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position of Recreation Aid GS-0189-3. Select only one response and do not leave this question blank.
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2. From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your current level of experience and/or training that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position of Recreation Assistant GS-0189-4. Select only one response and do not leave this question blank.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Lifeguard experience on a river. Make sure you list in your resume, the dates (mm/yy beginning and ending) you worked, the number of hours per week you worked and the location where you were a lifeguard.
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4. Lifeguard experience at a lakeside. Make sure you list in your resume, the dates you worked, the number of hours you worked per week and the location where you worked as a lifeguard.
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5. Lifeguard experience at an ocean setting. Make sure you list in your resume, the dates you worked, the number of hours you worked per week and the location where you were a lifeguard.
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6. Lifeguard experience in a pool setting. Make sure you list in your resume the dates you worked, the number of hours per week and the location where you were a lifeguard.
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7. Observes weather conditions as they impact the safety of swimmers.
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8. Observes tide and current conditions as they impact the safety of swimmers.
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9. Maintains vigilance over activities of beach users.
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10. Warns beach users of unsafe conditions or actions.
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11. Perform rescues of swimmers in trouble singly or in cooperation with other lifeguards. (GS-04 ONLY)
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12. Gather statistical data on visitor use of the area. (GS-04 ONLY)
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13. Provide first aid care for people with sudden medical illnesses or traumatic injuries
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14. Maintain rescue and first aid equipment.
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15. Serve as a lifeguard to include swimming, diving, and lifting/carrying when rescuing swimmers.
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16. Ensure that first aid and lifesaving equipment are on hand and properly maintained.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
17. Have you ever needed to perform CPR? (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
18. Have you ever used Emergency Medical Equipment such as an AED, Medical oxygen, bag valve mask, non-rebreather mask and airway adjuncts?
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19. Have dealt with difficult people.
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20. Have had to tell others about rule and regulations and make sure they are obeying them.
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21. Have dealt with large groups of people.
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22. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: understand this warning, have reviewed your responses to the questionnaire for accuracy, and verify that our responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability. Failure to agree to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for this position.
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