LifeguardWater Safety Instructor

Summary

Support the Militarys Quality of Life programs! The Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness recreation lodging and food and beverage programs for service members their families retired military and civilian employees. This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness Sports and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander Navy Installations command (CNIC); Naval Station Everett.

Duties

Pool Lifeguard

• Performs all pool and/or waterfront lifeguard responsibilities (e.g. supervising patrons and their activities monitoring 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.

Water Safety Instructor

• Instructs various levels of swimming including various strokes (e.g. front crawl back crawl elementary backstroke breaststroke sidestroke butterfly etc.). Teaches students from age groups of infant through adult.

• Instructs basic diving safety and survival skills to students.

• Works with lifeguards to ensure swim lessons are safe at all times.

• Enforces pool safety standards and facility operational rules for all individuals using the facilities.

• Plans and organizes instruction methods and goals that support the general teaching outlines provided by the Aquatics Program Manager and the certifying organization.

• Organizes and directs activities of students in order to provide a high level of quality instruction for all pool patrons.

• Develops swim program according to students ability and promotes students to higher levels of swimming according to their skills.

• Provides individual feedback to parents/guardians regarding students swimming developments and achievements.

• Inspects equipment used for swim instruction ensuring they are within the condition required by environmental health standards. Informs supervisor of deficiencies.

• Completes and submits records and documentation of completed lessons to the Aquatics Program Manager and the American Red Cross office.

• Works with the Aquatics Program Manager on an on-going basis to upgrade improve and refine individual teaching skills related to teaching effective swimming lessons to various age groups and various skill levels.

• Helps organize and assists in the development of special programs activities or instruction.

General duties

• 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.).

• Performs ongoing regular training to maintain Lifeguarding and First Skills

• Completes the Daily Activity Reports handling cash where fees apply verifying the amount of money collected and dropping the cashier bag in the drop safe.

• Answers telephone providing information in regards to facility hours of operation upcoming special events and programs etc.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation.
• Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift late shift evenings weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work with hazardous and biohazardous materials (e.g. cleaning agents pool chemicals blood etc.).
• Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50lbs independently and objects over 50lbs with assistance while performing normal duties in the area

Qualifications

Must be at least 16 years old.
Must possess a valid lifeguarding certification from a recognized agency or obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Must be able to pass a 250 yard timed swim test.
Must be able to communicate orally and in writing.

Must possess and maintain the following certifications:

• Lifeguard Training Certification in accordance with CNICINST 1710.3;

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Providers

• First Aid

• Automated External Defibrillator Certification

• Blood Borne Pathogens Training

Additional information

Applications reviewed weekly.

Seeking to fill 2 Regular Full-time (35-40 hrs per week plus benefits) and 2 Flexible (0 - 40 hrs per week non-benefited) positions.

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.

Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectees eligibility to work in the United States.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Required Experience:

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