Clarification from the agency

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

Major Duties:

• Assumes day to day managerial responsibility and authority over the facility including supervisory, risk assessment, security, safety, operational and customer relations.
• Serves as the leader of the lifeguard crew during specific work shifts. As such, the incumbent will monitor lifeguard rotations schedules, issue directives, and monitor work performance. May recommend personnel actions to the manager.
• Closely observes and monitors the actions and conduct of customers in and around the swimming pool. Enforces established rules and regulations in order to prevent potential incidents. Provides information to customers regarding safety regulations and procedures.
• Performs rescue procedures when necessary. Administers emergency first aid/or CPR as required until such time as qualified medical personnel assume such responsibilities. Provides complete written reports pertaining to all incidents that occur while on duty.
• Assist in keeping the facility clean and properly maintained. Empties trash receptacles, cleans bathrooms, toilets, sinks and decks. Vacuums pool and removes trash and debris from around the facility as necessary. Moves lounge furniture and other equipment and appliances.
• Tests chemical conditions of pool water and enters data into appropriate logs. May be required to contact water management personnel when conditions of water warrant such action.
• May instruct swim lessons if properly certified and so directed by supervisor.
• Treats customers as guest and politely assists them whenever possible. Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor.

Conditions of employment

• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• MUST submit ALL of the following current, active certifications: Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross or equivalent), CPR for professional Rescuers, First Aid to include automated external defibrillator, and blood borne pathogens.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• This position is subject to the possibility of workdays on weekends and holidays, as well as, rotating shifts, often consisting of other than normal duty hours.
• Must maintain a level of physical conditional equal to swimming 200 meters in less than five minutes.

Qualifications

• 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.
• MUST ATTACH CERTIFICATIONS WHEN YOU APPLY.

MAY BE HIRED AT THE NF-01 OR NF-02 LEVEL DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE.

How you will be evaluated

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.