This position is located in the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR)/Quality of Life (QOL) Department in Navy Region, Southwest. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a working leader while performing a full range of lifeguard and water safety instruction functions.
This position is located in the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR)/Quality of Life (QOL) Department in Navy Region, Southwest. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a working leader while performing a full range of lifeguard and water safety instruction functions.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
1. Responsible for providing work direction to Recreation Aids (Lifeguard) and Recreation Assistants (Water Safety Instructors), passing on instructions received from supervisor and setting the pace in accomplishment of duties related to lifeguard and water safety programs.
2. Assist with establishing work schedules. Checks work in progress and when finished for compliance with sequence, procedures, methods and deadlines. Answers working questions regarding procedures, policies, written instructions and directives. Keeps supervisor informed on status and progress of work; causes of delays; overall work operations and problems that require corrective action.
3. Assist with evaluation of participants' progress and informs participant, parent and/or guardian of progress, appropriateness of placement, essential physical conditioning that is required, and areas in which improvement is needed. Recommends appropriate actions to assist participants in their achievement and/or advancement.
4. Assists Aquatics Director and/or Assistant Aquatics Director with special events.
5. Responsible for serving as a lifeguard by monitoring activities in and around the pool area to ensure the safety and prevent accidents of all participants.
6. Ensures that all water safety rules are observed by swimmers. Caution customers regarding unsafe areas and practices. Informs and educates swimmers/customers concerning common aquatic risks.
7. Responsible for taking charge in an emergency situation; performs rescues according to established operating procedures as outlined in Lifeguard Manual and Bureau of Naval Personnel Instruction; and renders emergency first aid, CPR and artificial respiration as required. Ensures and complies with the appropriate Emergency Action Plan procedures for minor/major chemical spills, fire, medical, etc.
8. Responsible for completing all required accident reports and notification of incident to a supervisor in a timely manner.
9. Ensures and performs consistent and timely water quality checks; identifies failing water quality and promptly reports deficiencies to a supervisor for appropriate action. Logs water quality results, notes unusual findings, chemical additions, etc.
10. Responsible for ensuring that all equipment used in aquatic activities and programs are in proper working order prior to and after use. Ensure Public Works personnel performs pump room/pool facility maintenance as requested; initiates work orders and certifies completion of work on work/job orders. Ensure compliance to inspection procedures. Reports any defective equipment to a supervisor for immediate action.
11. May be required to open and/or close a swimming pool facility. Ensures compliance with established opening or closing procedures. Maintain security of facility and property at all times.
12. Provides information to customers about programs, upcoming events, department policies and procedures, fees, etc.
13. Responsible for performing housekeeping tasks to ensure proper standards of appearance, cleanliness and safety of pool surrounding areas in accordance with an established schedule. All areas (locker rooms, restrooms, etc.) must be in compliance with sanitation rules and regulations.
14. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate possess the following:
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/06/2023 to receive consideration.
To begin, 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.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11842183
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
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DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
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