Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard)

Navylifegl; Illinois; In loco; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Navylifegl seeks a lifeguard for CNIC operations at Naval Station Great Lakes. The role guards pool and waterfront areas, safeguarding patrons, supporting aquatic training, and assisting installation programs. Strong knowledge of safety rules, hazard recognition, and emergency response is essential.

The incumbent will enforce rules, conduct safety inspections, and coordinate with staff to ensure a safe, compliant aquatic environment on site.

Competenze

• Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
• Knowledge of the beach environment, marine life, and water hazards.
• Knowledge of DoD, DON, CNIC, and MWR policies and procedures governing aquatic operations.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures, if applicable.
• Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing and adjust imbalances.
• Skill in providing training.
• Proficiency in surf lifesaving techniques and radio communications for safe rescues.
• Ability to identify hazards and determine patron needs for assistance.
• Ability to act decisively in emergencies to prevent harm.
• Ability to enforce water safety rules and facility regulations.
• Ability to conduct routine safety inspections meeting health standards.
• Ability to lead a large group and manage conflicts.
• Ability to schedule work and evaluate performance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Mansioni

• Provide lifeguard coverage and surveillance to ensure patron safety.
• Enforce pool rules and waterfront policies to maintain a safe environment.
• Conduct routine safety inspections of facilities and pool area.
• Assist with aquatic training, education, and program support at the installation.

Conoscenze

Pool safety rules

Lifeguarding skills

Waterfront hazard awareness

DoD policies & CNIC procedures

Cash handling (where applicable)

Pool chemical testing

Training delivery

Radio communications

Hazard identification

Emergency response

Water safety instruction

Facility safety inspections

Staff leadership

Scheduling & performance evaluation

Oral & written communication

Descrizione del lavoro

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Station Great Lakes. 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.

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

• 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.
• Ability to perform the full range of work leader responsibilities.
• Ability to direct the work of subordinate staff and appropriately manage conflict.
• Ability to schedule work, handle last-minute changes, and evaluate performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.