Lead Recreation Assistant (Pool Lifeguard)(FFR25-0670)

SINGAPORE AREA COORDINATOR; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Singapore seeks a Pool Lifeguard to ensure the safety of patrons at aquatic facilities. This role involves supervising swimming activities, performing rescues, and leading a team of lifeguards. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and the ability to conduct safety inspections and tests on pool chemicals.

Benefits

Annual/sick leave

Comprehensive medical/dental/insurance package

Annual wage supplement

Qualifications

• Must possess valid Lifeguard Certification and CPR for Professional Rescuers.
• Knowledge of safety rules and aquatic testing procedures required.
• Ability to lead and train lifeguards effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise swimmers and enforce safety rules.
• Conduct pool safety inspections and chemical testing.
• Lead and train other lifeguards.

Skills

Lifeguard experience

Emergency response

Water safety

Leadership

Job description

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces

Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Singapore Area

Coordinator. 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

Pool Lifeguard duties comprise 60% of incumbent's 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.

General duties(includes but not limited to):

• 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).

Lead duties comprise 40% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:

• 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. Orientates 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 offacilities 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.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Singapore Local Agency Check (LAC), upon hiring and renew every 2 years and/or a Child Care National Agency Check with Inquires when there is regular contact with children under the age of 18.

• Must be able to pass an initial and recurrent physical agility test.

• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Singapore driver's license.

• Must be able to work with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).

• Must possess and maintain the following Singapore certifications: Lifeguard Certification; CPR for the

Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Providers or equivalent; First Aid to include Automated

External Defibrillator Certification; and Blood Borne Pathogens.

• Must be able to work varied work schedules to include holidays, weekends, and evenings.

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 patron's 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your

application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:

• At least 1 year of lifeguard experience with an approved and current nationally recognized

Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR certification

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:

• Pool lifeguard and supervisory experience

• Experience in planning swimming programs

• Experience that demonstrates knowledge of water safety on an instructor level

Additional information

• Direct Deposit of Pay is required
• Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents

Benefits

This full time position is eligible for benefits to include annual/sick leave, a comprehensive medical/dental/insurance package and an annual wage supplement.

Required Documents

− Resume

− Proof of Education (such as a high/secondary school diploma/GCE certificate)

How To Apply

Interested applicants may apply online via MyCareersFuture.

What To Expect Next

Please ensure that your application/resume contains all the information requested in the vacancy announcement. If your resume or application does not provide all the information requested on this form and in the job vacancy announcement, you may lose consideration for the job. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.