MWR Recreation Assistant (Lead Pool Lifeguard)

Pool and/or Waterfront Lifeguard duties comprise 60% of incumbents duties and include but are not limited to:

• Performs all pool and/or 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 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; may adjust chemicals as directed.
• Marks swim and surf areas with a flag system. (Waterfront only)
• Operates rescue vehicles (e.g. PWC rescue craft patrol boats automobiles) as needed. (Waterfront only)

• 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 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).
• 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 three (3) or more lifeguard crew during work shifts ensuring duties are performed in accordance with established safety regulations and policies.
• Interviews and recommends 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 use of lanes and aquatic spaces for patron use.
• During emergency situations assumes a leadership position and takes control of the emergency situation.
• Performs opening and closing procedures of the facility.

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.
• Must be able to work varied work schedules to include holidays weekends and evenings.
• Must be able to work with hazardous materials (e.g. cleaning agents pool chemicals etc.).
• Must have or 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 obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Written Inquires (NACI) upon hiring and renew every 5 years and/or a Child Care National Agency Check with Inquires when there is regular contact with children under the age of 18.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
• Knowledge of the beach environment marine life and beach and water hazard is required for waterfront lifeguard positions.
• 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 cash handling procedures if applicable.
• 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.

Required Experience:

Junior IC