Supervisory Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard) (Seasonal)

National Park Service • Wellfleet, MA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Serves as the Supervisory Recreation Assistant (Supervisory Lifeguard) at one of six lifeguard-protected ocean beaches at Cape Cod National Seashore. The position supervises and leads lifeguards providing public safety, water-oriented assistance and rescues, beach-regulation enforcement, first aid, staffing and scheduling, and visitor information services. The incumbent leads responses to water emergencies and ocean rescues and maintains constant watch over assigned beach water areas to prevent accidents and emergencies. The role may also assist with conservation and park-protection programs.

This is a seasonal position. The anticipated entry-on-duty period is March through July 2027; the typical seasonal entry period for the Seasonal Staffing Office at Cape Cod National Seashore is March through September and may vary based on weather, project needs, or funding. The appointment may be temporary seasonal and not exceed 1,560 hours, depending on the park and program. Employment may end due to funding, project needs, performance, or other considerations.

The position requires a nationally recognized lifeguard certification, CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, and passing physical ability tests before entry on duty: a 500-meter swim in 10 minutes or less and a 1.5-mile run in 12 minutes or less. Work is performed indoors and outdoors and may involve extreme temperatures, humid conditions, biting insects, cold water, high surf, and hazardous marine life. Physical demands include prolonged standing or sitting in a lifeguard chair, walking and running in soft sand, driving vehicles in adverse weather, lifting moderately heavy items, and performing strenuous open-water rescues under stressful conditions.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 level, including leading or supervising lifeguards in public safety, water-oriented assists and rescues, beach-regulation enforcement, and first aid; hours worked per week must be included.
• Alternatively, one full year of graduate education directly related to the position, such as physical education and recreation, or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Nationally recognized lifeguard certification required before entry on duty.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required before entry on duty.
• Pass a 500-meter swim in 10 minutes or less and a 1.5-mile run in 12 minutes or less.
• Must be at least 18 years old, or at least 16 and meet one of the stated education, training, or student-employment conditions.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Appointment is subject to a background investigation and favorable adjudication; males must meet Selective Service registration requirements.
• Must participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• Must submit to a pre-appointment drug test with a negative result and may be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• Must have a valid driver's license and submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and driving record, including certified driving records from all states where licenses were held.
• Must complete a pre-appointment physical before entry on duty.
• Must wear a uniform and comply with National Park Service uniform standards.
• Must be able to work outdoors for long periods.
• Must submit a resume of no more than two single-sided pages; qualifying experience must include duties, dates, and hours worked. Education used to qualify requires transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead lifeguards at one of six lifeguard-protected ocean beaches.
• Provide public safety services, water-oriented assistance and rescues, enforce beach regulations, administer first aid, schedule and hire staff, and provide informational services.
• Lead responses to water emergencies and lead water rescues in an ocean setting.
• Maintain constant watch over assigned beach water areas to prevent accidents and water-oriented emergencies.
• May assist with conservation and park-protection programs.

Benefits

• A uniform allowance will be provided.
• Government housing may be available.
• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on the position and work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed