Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

This position duties include:

• Instructs patrons on rules and procedures for safe swimming.
• Continuously observes swimming area to ensure safety of patrons.
• Enforces pool rules with customers.
• Ensure that the swimming area is open to patrons at the scheduled times and that authorized persons only are admitted to the area.
• Rescues swimmers in trouble, promptly administers first aid, CPR, and calls for medical assistance when and if needed.
• Warns swimmers of unsafe environmental or health conditions, inclement weather conditions, and closes pool until safe conditions prevail.
• May operate water pumps and control chemical additives to ensure pool water meets specified standards.
• Ensures entire facility is inspected for safety and necessary repairs are reported and completed.
• May preform other related or incidental duties as assigned for the daily operation of the swimming area to include: restocking restrooms, cleaning of bath houses, wading pools, main pools, pool decks, sunbathing areas, performs opening and closing procedures, handles cash, makes deposits, etc.
• Some physical exertion is required while performing a swimming rescue. Must be able to lift 50lbs and over.

Conditions of employment

• This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
• This position requires the incumbent to hold, or be able to obtain, American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR certifications or a nationally recognized equivalent.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 07/12/2024

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below:

• Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
• You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
• Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Applicant must have successfully completed a nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training, and CPR (both child and adult) training from the American Red Cross or similar recognized agency.
• Limited knowledge of swimming facility rules, work procedures, equipment and materials to perform standing and recurring tasks as needed. Ability to communicate effectively, orally.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.