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This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed 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.
Learn more about this agency05/03/2021 to 05/10/2021
$13.19 - $13.19 per hour
PLUS SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL
NF 2
No
Not required
No
Permanent
Intermittent - FLEXIBLE; (0-40 HOURS PER WEEK); THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION NOT TO EXCEED 120 DAYS; MOST SHIFTS ARE FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY WITH OCCASIONAL WEEKDAY SHIFTS.
Competitive
02
No
No
VA-21-28610
600249600
Pool and/or Waterfront Lifeguard duties comprise 60% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
General duties comprise 40% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience, 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.
A qualified candidate possess the following:
•Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
•Knowledge of the beach environment, marine life, and beach and water hazards. (Waterfront Only)
•Knowledge of DoD, DON and CNIC policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications.
•Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding the use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
•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.
•Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they meet environmental health standards.
•Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed.
•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.
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Conditions of Employment Cont.:
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must be able to work varied work schedules to include nights, weekends and holidays.
Must be able to work with hazardous and biohazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, blood, etc.).
Must be able to satisfactorily complete background investigation - National Agency Check with Written Inquires (NACI), upon hiring and renew every 5 years.
Must be able to pass an initial and recurrent physical agility test.
Must be able to complete an ocean run swim run event (1/4 mile run, 500-meter swim, 1/4 mile run). (Waterfront Only)
Must be able to complete a 500-meter swim in less than 10 minutes in a controlled environment. (Waterfront Only)
Lifeguard Pool:
Must possess and maintain the following certifications:
Lifeguard Training Certification in accordance with CNICINST 1710.3;
CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Providers;
First Aid to include Automated External Defibrillator Certification; and
Blood Borne Pathogens.
Lifeguard Waterfront:
Must possess and maintain the following certifications:
International Life Saving Federation or Red Cross Waterfront;
CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Emergency Response through the American Red Cross or equivalent; and
Blood Borne Pathogens.
The following certification is preferred, in addition to the required certifications above:
American Red Cross Small Craft Safety Training
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to nsapplications@nhr-ma.com to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
A résumé
OF-306 - Declaration for Federal Employment
If current Federal Employee, a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 and evaluation report is required.
If claiming Military Spouse Preference, a copy of sponsor's orders and marriage certificate is required.
If claiming Veteran's Preference, a legible copy of DD-214 (pg. 4) as well as any other supporting documentation (disability, proof of service, SF-15, etc.) is required.
If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) Priority consideration, submit a copy of the notice of separation.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To begin the process, click on the “Apply” button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Applicant must complete the application process and submit any required documents by the closing date of this announcement.
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
All applicants will be notified regarding their status. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email notification of non-selection 4–6 weeks after the announcement closing date. If selected for an interview, applicants can expect to be contacted 1–3 weeks after their interview with a position offer or notification of non-selection.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. If you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/600249600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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