Duties

• Performs life guarding duties and employs safety rules for the protection of the pool guests.
• Responsible for life guarding guests in attendance at the assigned aquatics facility. Rescues swimmers and administers first aid as required.
• Responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training according to TC 21-21.
• Attends aquatics and/or safety training as directed.
• Assists in maintaining pool and area clean and free from any hazards. Provides information to swimmers regarding safety rules and procedures.
• Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules, and follows facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions.
• Keeps accurate records and adequate supplies.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Completed and signed DA Form 3433 is required prior to entrance on duty.
• Incumbent may also be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2.
• Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity.
• In case of exposure to infectious disease, incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period.
• Incumbent is required to follow environmental safeguards and wear personal protective equipment.
• May be assigned to varied duties or when needed for special recreational events and related requirements.
• Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty.
• Incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.
• This is a flexible position that there are no guaranteed hours. Must be willing to serve in a continuing position on a scheduled or as needed basis.
• The Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification must be obtained within two weeks of reporting for duty.
• In addition, the incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Possesses and maintains all of the following certifications:
- Lifeguard (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard or Ellis)
- American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent (i.e. Star Guard or Ellis)
- First Aid.

2. Customer Service Experience.

Highly Desirable:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard or Ellis Lifeguard
Instructor Certification or
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard or Ellis
Water Safety Instructor Certification.

*The Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification must be obtained within two weeks of reporting for duty.

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Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is local. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Applications:

• If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 p.m. by 06/29/2022 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.

Allowances, Incentives, and PCS Costs:

• Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
• Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

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Other:

• Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
• Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
• Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.