Recreation Aid (Lifeguard)

INTRODUCTON:   This position is located in the Aquatics Division of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department. The incumbent monitors and observes the actions and activities of patrons in the pool/beach area in order to identify possible distress situations or safety violations.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  The incumbent is responsible as a swimming pool lifeguard to perform rescue work, promptly renders CPR or emergency first aid, and calls for medical assistance as necessary. Supervises swimmers for safety and crowd control. Enforces safety and pool regulations. Promptly reports safety hazards to supervisor. Completes incident reports and assists in maintaining routine documents and reports. The incumbent is responsible for the cleanliness of the buildings and grounds at the pool areas. Responsible for vacuuming, skimming, and routine pool maintenance. May operate water pumps and control chemical activities to ensure pool water meets specified standards. May apply disinfectant to showers, floors, and decks. May check I.D. cards for authorized patrons and collect usage fees, if applicable. Performs other duties as assigned.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:   Six months experience as a pool lifeguard preferred. Must currently possess or be able to obtain CPR Certification. Must possess the skill required to administer basic first aid. Must be able to meet and deal with the public.  

EVALUATION:   Candidates will be evaluated on quality and nature of the experience pertinent to the position.  Applications must show sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the full range of duties of the Recreation Aid/Lifeguard.

  • This position may require the incumbent to drive a vehicle around the installation. A valid driver’s license is required.
  • This position requires a swim test prior to final job offer.

Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to address the above job requirements and submit with application.  Applications should include all experience, training, education, or other information that is relevant to the announced vacancy.

 

HOW TO APPLY: 

  • Resume
  • Include name and contact information for at least three (3) professional references in your resume
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference, completed SF-15 and a legible copy of DD-214 (page 4) as well as any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc.) is required.
  • If claiming Gold Star Veteran's Preference, completed SF-15 and a legible copy of DD-1300 as well as any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc.) is required.
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference, a copy of sponsor's orders (applicable for NF-03 and below or equivalent).
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) Priority consideration, submit a copy of the notice of separation.
  • If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
  • If you are a current federal employee, submit your last three evaluations.
  • To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

Submit resume/application to: NAF HR Office, PSC 1005 Box 19, FPO, AE, 09593, you can drop at Bldg. 760 or E-Mail resume to:  lakeitra.d.spight.naf@mail.mil   

As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer upon hiring.

The Department of Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.

NOTE: Management reserves the right to fill the vacancy by methods other than merit staffing procedures (i.e., non-competitive placements in lieu of, or as exceptions to competitive procedures), or cancel the vacancy announcement at any time during the recruitment process.