AQUATICS SPECIALIST-LEAD LIFEGUARD

Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); Great Lakes (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness is seeking an Aquatics Specialist-Lead Lifeguard responsible for overseeing lifeguard duties and aquatic education. This full-time position offers an opportunity to ensure safety and deliver training, with comprehensive federal benefits and a competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits for federal employees

Direct deposit participation

Qualifications

• Valid ID for access to the facilities required.
• Ability to train and manage a team of lifeguards.
• Participate in a probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Supervise swimmers and monitor water activities.
• Lead lifeguard teams, schedule and train staff.
• Perform first aid and enforce safety rules.

Skills

Knowledge of safety rules

Chemical testing

Rescue techniques

Communication

Conflict management

Education

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Lifeguard certification

Job description

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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); Naval Station; Great Lakes, IL. 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

Major Duties And Responsibilities

Pool and/or Waterfront Lifeguard duties (60%) include supervising swimmers, monitoring water activities, applying first aid, enforcing safety rules, performing water rescues, observing and documenting conditions, performing rescue work including CPR, testing pool chemicals, marking swim areas, operating rescue vehicles, administering aquatic assessments, providing orientations, checking IDs, serving as liaison during emergencies, performing cleaning and maintenance, inspecting safety equipment, enforcing policies, and preparing incident reports.

Lead duties (40%) include leading lifeguard teams, scheduling and training staff, monitoring certifications, managing schedules, handling patron concerns, performing opening/closing procedures, leading during emergencies, teaching swimming and water safety, planning activities, and acting in an acting capacity for the Aquatics Program Manager.

Requirements

Conditions of employment include needing a valid ID for access, obtaining/maintaining First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard certifications, and participating in a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit and E-Verify is required. The position may require travel and adherence to drug-free workplace policies.

Qualifications

Knowledge of safety rules, environmental hazards, policies, cash handling, chemical testing, and rescue techniques. Ability to train, communicate effectively, manage conflicts, and supervise staff.

Additional information

Salary depends on experience and education. Benefits are comprehensive for federal employees. The position is full-time at mid-senior level.