Recreation Aid/Assistant (Lifeguard) - Flexible

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch, Aquatics Section, Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); US Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy. 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

Lifeguard duties include but are not limited to: Performs all pool 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. General duties include: 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 (M W R) regarding the use of Aquatic facilities. Prepares accident/incident reports during emergency situations. Notifies management of all emergencies immediately. Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).

Qualifications

This position has promotion potential. If qualified at the entry level, incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the target level upon meeting the qualification requirements and at management's discretion. Qualifications: Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) - Entry level 6 months of general experience or 1 year of education above high school Lifeguard Training Certification CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Providers First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification Blood Borne Pathogens General experience is any type of work that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position. At the entry level qualified candidates will be evaluated in conjunction with the following KSA's: Knowledge of cash handling procedures Ability to exercise control over a large group of people Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard) - Target level In addition to the certificates required at the entry level, candidates' previous work experience must show 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience or 2 years of education above high school that include at least 12 semester hours in courses related to recreation. General experience is any type of work that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position. Specialized experience is experience at the NF-01 level (or equivalent) that is typically in or related to the work of this position. At the target level to determine order of referral qualified candidates will be evaluated in conjunction with the following KSA's: Knowledge of pool safety rules Knowledge of DOD, Don and CNIC policies Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding the use of Aquatic facilities Knowledge of cash handling procedures 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 Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed Ability to exercise control over a large group of people Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing