Recreation Assistant

Summary This position is assigned to Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch (N921); Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR, N92); Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR N9); Commander, Navy Region Southeast (CNRSE), Navy Installations Command (CNIC); located at NAS Whiting Field .

Incumbent serves as the lead lifeguard and is responsible for safeguarding the lives of persons at the assigned work area.

Incumbent assists with Aquatic training, education, and general support at the installation. Responsibilities A. Lead Responsibilities 70%

• Leads and assists in direction of Recreation Assistant (lifeguard) positions; including monitoring pool activities and ensures swimmers are well supervised to ensure all applicable policies and procedures of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) regarding the use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations are followed.

Communicates these polices to other staff and patrons.

• Ensures lifeguards perform their duties in compliance with established regulations and instructions that are outlined in applicable manuals and policies and reports infractions to the supervisor.
• Ensures that lifeguards rotate as scheduled and during assigned breaks.

Provides relief to lifeguards as required.

- Monitors equipment, takes head counts and observes conditions of area assigned (e.g., possible hazards, water/chemical conditions, wind and weather) to ensure a safe environment reports discrepancies to immediate supervisor.

- Performs cleaning duties and leads other lifeguard staff in performing of such tasks (i.e. basic janitorial services, vacuuming and skimming) along with routine facility maintenance as assigned by Aquatics Program Manager.

• Serves as the primary liaison between the activity, security, medical departments, and Aquatics Program Manager during emergency situations.

Prepares accident/incident reports during emergency situations and immediately notifies Management of all emergencies.

• Incumbent must inform the Aquatics Coordinator and recommend closing swimming area until safe conditions prevail.
• Monitors, establishes and executes daily physical fitness training for water safety staff.
• Interviews and recommends selection of all lifeguard positions to the supervisor.
• Provides introductory orientations to all aquatic's staff.
• May open and close the facility and will serve as the Manager on Duty (MOD) in the absence of the Aquatics Coordinator.

B. Program Maintenance 15%

• Ensures maintenance work for year round facility upkeep to include, but not limited to water quality assessments, facility equipment inspections including stands, boards, ropes, and safety gear.
• Conducts and documents pool chemical testing results.

Checks chlorine and pH levels on a scheduled basis; notifies Certified Pool Operator or supervisor in order to adjust any chemical imbalances.

• Alerts the Aquatics Coordinator of problems with pool equipment and safety issues; when unsafe environmental or health conditions exist.
• Leads and conducts classes, workshops and special events based on established guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Administers aquatic assessment testing and certification in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policy.
• Checks identification cards for authorized patrons and collects usage fees, if applicable.
• Initiates rescue and recovery efforts, contacting medical personnel and performing first aid services.

C. Administration 15%

• Manages customer service inquiries and complaints in a diplomatic and professional manner.
• Assists in compilation of time sheets, schedules for the supervisor and enters approved leave in the system in the absence of the supervisor.
• Provides input to assist in the evaluations of employee performance.
• Leads and manages staffing, supplies, equipment, maintenance and upkeep of facilities.
• Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; and ensures that all staff are valued respected and receive equitable treatment.
• Monitors cash handling in accordance with established policies.
• Ensures all lifeguard staff attends continuous training programs and are able to execute emergency action plans in their areas.

Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.

Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position.

Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of recreation equipment and use in an aquatics setting.
• Knowledge of pool and water safety rules.

- Knowledge of general aquatic facility upkeep and maintenance (e.g., cleaning, minor equipment repairs).

• Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
• Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they meet environmental health standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

- Ability to work with hazardous and biohazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, blood).

• Skill in providing customer service to a diverse group of people
• Skill to act decisively and immediately in any situation which could result in harm to a patron by identifying a patron in distress.
• Skill to tactfully, but forcefully, provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them.
• Skill to conduct pool chemical testing, adjust chemical imbalances and document the results.
• Skill to exercise control over a large group of people.

2. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS Incumbent works under direct supervision of the Aquatics Manager, and or Fitness Director.

Assignments are to be received orally and as written policy directives for which the incumbent is responsible for independently completing.

Review of the work is through evaluation of assigned programs in terms of degree of participation, safety, training, property accountability and condition of facilities.

3.

GUIDELINES Guidelines consist of standard instructions, reference material, texts, and manuals, but are not limited to, CNICINST 1710.3, CNICINST 5300.2, OPNAVINST 1700.9E, CNRSE Fleet Readiness Policies, local policy, procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs), Fitness, Sports & Aquatics Support program standards as well as Command and internal instructions.

Generally accepted procedures found in the aquatics and fitness industry and adopted by reputable organizations (e.g., American Red Cross, American College of Sports Medicine and American Council on Exercise) are used.

The incumbent uses judgment in choosing available guidelines to specific issues and makes recommendations for changes. 4.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Work includes extended hours of sitting and standing and requires prolonged hours in the pool during swim lessons or other activities.

Work involves frequent lifting or pulling of pool equipment, cleaning supplies, and program participants.

Applicant must be able to maintain physical ability to complete the swim and rescue skill portion of their respective certifying agency.

This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50lbs independently and objects over 50lbs with assistance is required, while performing normal duties in the area.

May perform work that poses physical demands beyond normal requirements during rescue.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

5. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in indoor or outdoor aquatics facilities. Indoor aquatics facilities are subjected to high humidity. Outdoor aquatics/waterfront facilities are subjected to variable weather conditions. 6.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age upon hiring and renew every 5 years.

Required to work varied work schedules to include splits shifts, split days off nights, weekends and holidays.

May be required to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license in situations where use of vehicle is required such as open waterfronts.

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the following nationally recognized certifications within ninety (90) days of hire:

• Lifeguard Training Certification in accordance with CNICINST CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Providers.
• First Aid to include Automated External Defibrillator Certification; and
• Blood Borne Pathogens.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Preferred You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED.

IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT You must be a US Citizen.

Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE:

Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Additional Information The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees.

Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to:

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.).

Stability of Federal Civilian Service People with passion for doing work that matters Quality of Work Life Balance Some positions have special requirements

• Position is a non critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII.

An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.

• Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 450.

Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

• For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.

This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to to ensure proper consideration is given.

The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated.

Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

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