Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: Applicants with SOFA Sponsorship ONLY. This includes applicants with current Military Spouse Preference, Family member preference, active-duty service member (with their command's approval), and current CNIC employees within the local commuting area.

Pool Lifeguard duties comprise 60% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited 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 water and weather conditions.

General duties comprise 40% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:

• 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 Chief Engineer during emergency situations.
• Performs cleaning duties (e.g., basic janitorial services, vacuuming, skimming, etc.) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Chief Engineer.
• 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 satisfactorily complete background investigation -National Agency Check with Written Inquires (NACI), upon hiring and renew every 5 years.
• Must be able to work with hazardous and biohazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, blood, etc.).
• 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).
• Must obtain within the first 30 days of employment the following certifications: Lifeguard Training Certification CPR for the Professional Rescuer First Aid to include Automated External Defibrillator Certification and Blood-borne Pathogens

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 (or can obtain) the following:

• Certifications for lifeguarding and CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid to include Automated External Defibrillator Certification; and Blood Borne Pathogens
• Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
• Knowledge of the beach environment, marine life, and beach and water hazards. (Waterfront Only)
• Knowledge of DoD, DON and CNIC policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications.
• Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding the use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
• Ability to tactfully, but forcefully, provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them.
• Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they meet environmental health standards.
• Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed.
• Skilled or proficient in surf lifesaving techniques and radio communications to perform a safe and efficient rescue operation.
• Ability to exercise control over a large group of people.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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:

• Possession (or ability to acquire within 30 days of employment) the following certifications
  • Lifeguarding and CPR for the Professional Rescuer
  • First Aid to include Automated External Defibrillator Certification; and Blood Borne Pathogens

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.