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Recreation Assistant - Lifeguard
Commander, Navy Installations Command · Posted 53 days ago
About the Role
Support the Military's Quality of Life programs! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military and civilian employees. This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations command (CNIC); NBK Bangor and Bremerton.
What You'll Do
- →Performs all pool and/or waterfront lifeguard responsibilities (e.g., supervising patrons and their activities, monitoring water activities, applying first aid, enforcing safety rules, reporting safety hazards to supervisor, performing water rescues as necessary, etc.).
- →Observes conditions of area assigned (e.g., possible hazards, water/chemical conditions, wind and weather, etc.) 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; adjusts chemicals as directed.
- →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, as 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 Coordinator during emergency situations.
- →Performs cleaning duties (e.g., basic janitorial services, vacuuming, skimming, etc.) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Aquatics Coordinator.
- →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, etc.).
- →Enforces applicable policies and procedures of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) regarding the use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
Requirements
- ✓Must be at least 16 years old.
- ✓The incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50lbs independently and objects over 50lbs with assistance, while performing normal duties in the area.
- ✓Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift, late shift, evenings, weekends and holidays.
- ✓Incumbent must pass all applicable records and background checks.
- ✓Must be able to work with hazardous and biohazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, blood, etc.).
- ✓Must be able to pass an initial and recurrent physical fitness test.
- ✓Must possess and maintain the following certifications: Water Safety Instructor (in accordance with CNICINST 1710.3) Lifeguard Training Certification in accordance with CNICINST 1710.3 CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Providers First Aid Automated External Defibrillator Certification Blood Borne Pathogens Training There is no minimum education requirement for this position.
Personality Fit
This role is commonly a great fit for these MBTI types:
Job ID: 8759cec4-4991-44be-a4ce-e24afeb5c775
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