Lifeguard

Summary

The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training.

The mission of the Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Programs team is to maximize the physical, emotional and social development of the Navy family. FFR enables a ready Navy force through its Fleet Readiness, Family Readiness and Housing Programs. We service all non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees who work for Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), Navy Gateway Inns & Suites (NGIS) and Bachelor Housing (BH) throughout the Fleet and Family Readiness Program for the Naval District Washington (NDW) Region.

Duties

Responsible as a swimming pool lifeguard to perform rescue work, promptly render CPR or emergency First Aide and call for medical assistance when necessary.  Supervises swimmers for safety and crowd control.  Enforces safety and pool regulations.  Promptly reports safety hazards to supervisor.  Completes incident reports and assists in maintaining routine documents and reports. Performs other related duties as assigned

Travel Required

Not Required

Relocation Authorized

No

Qualifications

Six months experience as a pool lifeguard is preferred.  Must have an approved and current nationally recognized certification as a Lifeguard as well as Basic First Aide and CPR certifications.  In addition, skill in the use and maintenance of pool equipment is desired.  Dexterity to handle a person in the water who may panic or be unconscious.  Understanding of and the ability to enforce rigid safety regulations to ensure maximum protection of swimmers.  Ability to use equipment and take pool readings. 

This position is subject to completion of a satisfactory background check in accordance with NAVFAC policy.

YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF CURRENT LIFEGUARD/FIRST AID AND CPR CERTIFICATIONS WITH APPLICATION.  FAILURE TO DO SO WILL PREVENT YOUR APPLICATION FROM BEING CONSIDERED. 

Work is performed indoors and outdoors under favorable weather conditions.  May be exposed to sunburn and eye irritation due to chlorinated water.  Physical exertion is minimal on routine assignments.  Position requires sustained sitting and constant vigilance to ensure maximum security of personnel in and around the swimming pool.

Security Clearance

Public Trust - Background Investigation
 

What To Expect Next

Before submitting your resume and supporting documents, please review this checklist:

Resume
Completed OF-306 (Declaration for Federal Employment) 
Proof of Education (if applicable to position requirements)
Reference form
Questionnaire
Any other supporting documentation

All applicants will be notified regarding their status.  Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent a letter of non-selection 4 - 6 weeks after announcement closing date.  If selected for an interview, applicants can expect to be contacted 3 - 4 weeks after their interview with a position offer or notification of non-selection.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 

Complete Resume.
Other supporting documentation as required.  Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit. Email resume to NAF.NSASP-DLGR/fcm@navy.mil, Fax to 301-744-6564, or mail to: NAF Human Resources Office, 4260 Steve’s Way, Bldg 328, Indian Head, MD 20640