Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: Applicants with SOFA Sponsorship ONLY. This includes applicants with current Military Spouse Preference, Family member preference, and current CNIC employees within the local commuting area.

Pool and/or Waterfront Lifeguard duties comprise 60% of incumbent's time and include but are notlimited to:

• Performs all pool and/or waterfront lifeguard responsibilities (e.g., supervising swimmers/patrons and their activities, monitoring all natural water activities, applying first aid, enforcing safety rules, reporting. safety hazards to supervisor, performing water rescues as necessary, etc.).
• Observes conditions of area assigned (e.g., possible hazards, water/chemical conditions, wind and weather, etc.) to ensure a safe environment, removing hazardous materials when necessary (e.g.,floating debris, glass, etc.).
• Performs rescue work, promptly renders cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or emergency first aid, and calls for medical assistance as necessary.
• Conducts and documents pool chemical testing results. Checks chlorine and pH levels on a scheduled basis; notifies Certified Pool Operator or supervisor of chemical imbalances; adjusts chemicals as directed.
• Documents marine life, water conditions and weather conditions.

• Administers aquatic assessment testing and certification in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policy.
• Provides introductory equipment orientations, as needed.
• Checks identification cards for authorized patrons and collects usage fees, if applicable.
• Serves as the primary liaison between the activity, security, medical departments, and Aquatics Coordinator during emergency situations.
• Performs cleaning duties (e.g., basic janitorial services, vacuuming, skimming, etc.) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Aquatics Coordinator.
• Inspects stands, boards, ropes, safety gear and condition of the dressing rooms, ensuring they are within the condition required by environmental health standards. Informs supervisor of deficiencies.
• Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment (e.g., specialized kits and bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, monitoring equipment, etc.).
• Enforces applicable policies and procedures of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) regarding the use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
• Prepares accident/incident reports during emergency situations. Notifies management of all emergencies immediately.
• Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).

Conditions of employment

• Must be able to work with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).
• Must be able to work varied work schedules to include holidays, weekends, and evenings.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete National Agency Check with Written Inquires (NACI), upon hiring and renew every 5 years or a Child Care National Agency Check with Inquires when there is regular contact with children under the age of 18.
• Work is primarily performed in indoor or outdoor pools. Indoor aquatics facilities are subject to high humidity. Outdoor aquatics/waterfront facilities are subject to variable weather conditions.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass an initial and recurrent physical agility test.
• Must be able to complete an ocean run swim run event (1/4 mile run, 500-meter swim, 1/4 mile run). (Waterfront Only)
• Must be able to complete a 500-meter swim in less than 10 minutes in a controlled environment. (Waterfront Only)
• Must possess and maintain the required certifications

Qualifications

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 possesses the following:

• Knowledge of the organization's instructional methods and goals.
• Knowledge of DoD, DON, and CNIC aquatic assessment and testing policy.
• Knowledge of basic water safety equipment utilized for various age groups.
• Knowledge of basic first aid procedures to include automated external defibrillator and blood borne pathogens.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to compute charges, disperse change accurately, and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Ability to complete a 300 yard swim in less than 10 minutes.
• Ability to assess and provide instruction on various swimming skills, basic diving, and water safety skills to various age groups ranging from infant through adult.
• Ability to plan and organize appropriate skill- and age-based swimming instruction.
• Ability to handle/rescue persons in the water of various sizes, who may panic or be unconscious.
• Ability to enforce rigid safety regulations to ensure maximum protection of swimmers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience equivalent to at least NF-1/GS-03 or an associate's degree or higher that includes at least 12 semester hours in courses related to recreation.
• Proof of certifications listed below that are not expired, and are from an approved/nationally recognized organization e.g. American Red Cross AND must submit proof of certifications at the time of application***
  • Lifeguard Training Certification (in accordance with CNICINST 1710.3).
  • First Aid to include Automated External Defibrillator Certification; and Blood Borne Pathogens.
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Emergency Response through the American Red Cross or equivalent.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:

• 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience equivalent to at least NF-1/GS-03 or an Associate's degree or higher that includes at least 12 semester hours in courses related to recreation.
• Proof of certifications listed below that are not expired, and are from an approved/nationally recognized organization e.g. American Red Cross AND Must submit proof of certifications at the time of application**
  • Lifeguard Training Certification (in accordance with CNICINST 1710.3);
  • First Aid to include Automated External Defibrillator Certification; and Blood Borne Pathogens.
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Emergency Response through the American Red Cross or equivalent.

• Customer Service experience
• Experience in Recreation (fitness, sports or aquatic programs)
• Certifications