MWR Recreation Assistant (Pool Lifeguard)

Navylifesw; Fallon, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Naval Air Station Fallon Oasis Pool seeks a lifeguard to safeguard patrons, perform lifeguard duties, and support aquatic training and education within the NAF Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch. The role requires knowledge of pool safety rules, DoD/DON/CNIC policies for aquatic programs, cash handling, hazard identification, and the ability to enforce rules and communicate effectively.

Lifeguard Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider, and Bloodborne

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pool safety rules.
• Knowledge of DoD, DON and CNIC policies governing aquatic assessment testing.
• Knowledge of MWR policies regarding use of aquatics facilities.
• Cash handling procedures.
• Ability to identify hazards and provide assistance immediately.
• Ability to enforce facility rules and regulations.
• Proficient in surf lifesaving techniques and radio communications for safe rescues.
• Ability to manage a large group of people.
• Excellent oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Guard and supervise swimmers to prevent drowning and injuries.
• Respond to emergencies with lifeguard protocols.
• Support aquatic training and education.
• Enforce pool rules and safety policies.
• Maintain cash handling accuracy when required.

Skills

Pool safety

Hazard identification

Water safety instruction

Communication skills

Crowd management

Emergency response

Education

Lifeguard certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

Bloodborne pathogens training

Job description

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Oasis Pool, Naval Air Station Fallon (NASF). Incumbent provides lifeguard duties; is responsible for safeguarding the lives of people at the assigned work area; assists with Aquatic training, education, and general support at the installation.

• Knowledge of pool safety rules.

• Knowledge of DoD, DON and CNIC policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding the use of aquatics facilities.
• Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding the use of aquatics facilities.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
• Ability to tactfully, but forcefully, provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them.
• Skilled or proficient in surf lifesaving techniques and radio communications to perform a safe and efficient rescue operation.
• Ability to exercise control over a large group of people.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must possess and maintain Lifeguard Training Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider and Blood Borne Pathogens.