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Summary

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and Non-citizens within commuting area of Picatinny Arsenal, NJ or anyone who is willing to commute or relocate themselves at their own expense. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.

This position is located at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
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Responsibilities
- Oversees the accomplishment of work and evaluate pool operation efficiencies.
- Assist manager by insuring adequate staffing of operations with personnel and the safety of users. Directs lifeguards as required in the performance of their duties.
- Performs checks and makes adjustments in water quality levels and insures that the pump rooms are maintained and operational.
- As lifeguard, responsible for the life guarding of guests at the pools. Rescues swimmers and administers first aid as required. Coordinates and conducts aquatic swimming and water survival training.
- Enforces and carries out policy and requirements. Issues towels and checks identification as required. Responsible for the safeguarding and protection of funds, property and personnel.
- Other duties as assigned.
Travel Required

Not required

Supervisory status

Yes

Promotion Potential

None
Job family (Series)

0189 Recreation Aid And Assistant
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Requirements

Conditions of Employment
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
- A one year probationary period may be required
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check
- Completed and signed DA Form 3433 is required prior to entrance on duty
- Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment physical
- Appointment subject to satisfactory completion all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3 to include a Tier 1 investigation.
- Willing and able to work rotating shifts which may include; mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
A Head Lifeguard must hold a current lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certification.
- Within 6 months of hire must obtain a pool operator's license.
- A Lifeguard Instructor certificate is preferred. Must have 12 months of experience in pool operation as a lifeguard with experience in swimming instruction and pool maintenance.
- Must be able to use sound judgment, accomplish tasks within established time frames, and possess good people skills requiring the ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and grammatically correct manner.
- Must have experience with office functions such as preparing and managing reports.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. BE SURE TO INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS OR CERTIFICATION AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

Note to applicants: Please include name and contact information for at least two (2) professional references.

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Additional information
- The first Applicant Referral List will be generated and sent to the manager on Thursday, February 6th. Additional lists will be sent to the selecting official upon their request until the positions have been filled.
  Manual Application: If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than noon on the closing date of the announcement in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
- Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
- Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- Please check out our Applicant Information Kit to view additional information you may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, copy this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/index.php/s/uIDfgOMr6PWHHGS/download?path=/&files=NAF Applicant Information Kit.pdf )
- Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:
- NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
- NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
- NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
- NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
- NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
- NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
- NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
- NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)
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Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance

Not Required

Drug test required

No
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Required Documents
The following documents must be submitted with your application:
- Resume
Optional: Job Application (DA Form 3433) will be accepted in place of a Resume.

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- DA 3433
- Any of the necessary supporting documents if claiming preference or priority
- Certificates
- PCS Orders
- Professional Certification
- Reasonable Accommodation Documentation
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
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 Vacancy Number (VIN): 10693189. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.
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Agency contact information

Kristin Moran

Phone

9737249003

Email

kristin.k.moran.naf@mail.mil

Address

BA-NAF-W6B3AA US ARMY GARRISON PICATINNY
DO NOT MAIL
Picatinny, NJ 07806
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Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

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- An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.
- An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
- An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/557304200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

Recreation Assistant (Head Lifeguard) NF-02

Department of the Army

Frog Falls Water Park, Picatinny Arsenal Family & MWR

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