Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) - Flexible

Summary

This position is located at NAS Sigonella, Aquatics Section, Fitness Branch, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department. The primary purpose of this position is to act as pool lifeguard and swimming instructor.

Duties

Incumbent performs work within the swimming program including instruction in various swimming skills and styles and basic diving for various age groups. Ensures that swimmers observe all water safety rules. Performs rescue work and when necessary renders emergency first aid until such time as a qualified doctor is present. Completes appropriate accident reports. Incumbent is responsible for the safety of all swimmers by ensuring everyone is accounted for. Checks identification and ensures that only authorized patrons utilize the facility. Performs necessary maintenance work required for sanitation and cleanliness of the pool and pool area. Ensures that all paperwork/course records are completed and turned into Red Cross promptly after course completion. Teaches classes by using appropriate equipment and is responsible for its proper storage. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Six (6) months of general experience in any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position and six (6) months of specialized experience OR successful completion of two (2) years of study above high school that included at least 12 semester hours in courses related to recreation. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of this position and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. Qualified candidates will be ranked by the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's) to determine order of referral: Knowledge of various swimming skills and styles. Ability to instruct others. Skill in providing assistance in emergency situations. Ability to exercise control over a group of people.

Education

If you wish to use education as a substitution for experience, or a combination of education and experience, attach a copy of college transcripts, certificates or other acceptable evidence when applying in order to receive credit. Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.