MWR Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard)

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness Sports and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander Navy Installations Command Naval Base Point Loma. Incumbent provides lifeguard duties; is responsible for safeguarding the lives of persons at the assigned work area; assists with Aquatic training education and general support at the installation

Duties

• Performs all waterfront lifeguard responsibilities such as supervising swimmers/patrons and their activities monitoring all natural water activities applying first aid enforcing safety rules and reporting safety hazards to supervisor and performing water rescues as necessary.
• Observes and documents conditions of area assigned (e.g. possible hazards water/chemical conditions marine life wind and weather) to ensure a safe environment removing hazardous materials when necessary (e.g. floating debris glass etc.).
• Performs rescue work promptly render 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; may adjust chemicals as directed.
• 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 when 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 Program Manager during emergency situations.
• Performs cleaning duties (e.g. basic janitorial services vacuuming skimming) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Aquatics Program Manager.
• Inspects stands boards ropes safety gear and condition of the dressing rooms ensuring they are within the conditions 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).
• 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).
• Leads and directs the work of lifeguard crew during work shifts ensuring duties are performed in accordance with established safety regulations and policies.
• Interviews and recommend selection of all lifeguard positions to the Aquatics Program Manager or Fitness Program Director as needed.
• Schedules coordinates and conducts in-service training of assigned lifeguards and recreational swimming instructors. Orients new lifeguards to job duties and responsibilities.
• Monitors and tracks all the lifeguards training requirements and certifications to ensure they are current and/or competent in all rescue techniques to include first aid and CPR.
• Monitors lifeguard rotation schedules issues directives and monitors work performance. Recommends personnel actions to the Aquatics Program Manager.
• Assists with the scheduling of lifeguards to ensure adequate coverage of pool areas are maintained during operating hours. Notifies the manager of employee absences and issues.
• Inventories and recognizes when supplies or equipment needs to be ordered and communicates the needs to the Aquatics Program Manager.
• Interfaces with patrons regarding concerns problems or any other significant issues. Provides input and feedback while responding to problems.
• Ensures the aquatics programs are occurring as scheduled and assists with the overall management of swimming events.
• Monitors the functions of the aquatics activities and provides input to the Aquatics Program Manager.
• Carries out the full range of work leader responsibilities to include performing in an acting capacity in the absence of the Aquatics Program Manager.
• Assists in the planning coordination and scheduling of recurring activities special events and community undertakings to maximize use of facilities and resources consistent with the military mission.
• Teaches various swimming skills and water safety for all age groups. Prepares material for classes being taught. Ensures the safety of all patrons in the class.
• Schedules for use of lanes and aquatic spaces for patron use.
• During emergency situations assumes a leadership position and take control of the emergency.
• Performs opening and closing procedures of the facility.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift late shift evenings weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work with hazardous materials (e.g. cleaning agents pool chemicals etc.).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state drivers 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).
• Must be able to complete a 500-meter swim in less than 10 min in a controlled environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pool safety rules.
• Knowledge of DoD DON CNIC and MWR policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications and use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
• Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing document the results and adjust chemical imbalances as directed.
• Skill in and ability to provide training.
• Skilled or proficient in surf lifesaving techniques and radio communications to perform a safe and efficient rescue operation.
• Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patrons need for assistance immediately.
• Ability to act decisively and immediately in any situation which could result in harm to a patron by identifying a patron in distress.
• 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.
• Ability to exercise control over a large group of people.
• Ability to perform the full range of work leader responsibilities.
• Ability to direct the work of subordinate staff and appropriately manage conflict.
• Ability to schedule work handle last-minute changes and evaluate performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• American Red Cross Small Craft Safety Training Certification preferred.

Education

This position is not in a positive education series.

Additional information

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 Installations 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.

All individuals involved in the provision of child care services on a Department of Navy (DON) installation or in a DON-sanctioned program must complete the Installation Records Check (IRC). The IRC includes a check of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) records in the Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System (ADMITS) database a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS) and an installation security/base check via the Navy Justice Information System (NJIS) database and/or other law enforcement systems. This information will be used to determine suitability for the applicant in accordance with criteria for automatic and presumptive disqualifiers per DoDI 1402.05.

Per Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.05. Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs incumbents will be automatically disqualified for a conviction in either civilian or military court (to include any general special or summary court-martial conviction or if they received non-judicial punishment under Article 15 or chapter 47 of Title 10 U.S.C) for any of the following: a sexual offense any criminal offense involving a child victim or a felony drug offense. Additionally the incumbent will be automatically disqualified if he/she has been held to be negligent in a civil adjudication or administrative proceeding concerning the death of or serious injury to a child or dependent person entrusted to the individuals care.

Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectees eligibility to work in the United States.

In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005 if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents . Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. 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:

Junior IC

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