Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard)
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Job Location:
Virginia Beach, VA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 18 - 18
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness Sports and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek - Ft. Story. 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.
Hiring for the following locations:
-GATOR WATER PARK
-PIERSIDE POOL
Pool and/or Waterfront Lifeguard duties comprise 60% of incumbents time and include but are not limited to:
- Performs all pool and/or waterfront lifeguard responsibilities (e.g. supervising swimmers/patrons and their activities monitoring all natural 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.
- Documents marine life water conditions and weather conditions.
- 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.).
Conditions of employment
- Must pass all applicable records and background check.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- NF-2 must upload the following certifications to be qualified 1) Lifeguard Certification 2) CPR for Professional Rescuers 3) First Aid to include Automated External Defibrillator and 4) Blood Borne Pathogens.
- Starting May 7 2025 non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)
Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge skills and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate must possess:
- Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
- 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 patrons 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.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Additional information
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
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.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education participate in medical screening drug testing etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
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:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Swimming
- Assisted Living
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Publisher
- Dementia Care
- Recreational Therapy
- Alzheimers Care
- Cash Handling
- Music Therapy
- Experience with Children
- Supervising Experience
