MWR Recreation Assistant (Lead Pool Lifeguard)

About This Role

This position is a MWR Recreation Assistant (Lead Pool Lifeguard) assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Base Ventura County. Provide 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform all pool and/or waterfront lifeguard responsibilities such as supervising swimmers/patrons and their activities, monitoring all natural water activities, applying first aid, enforcing safety rules and reporting safety hazards to supervisor, and performing water rescues as necessary.
• Observe and document conditions of area assigned (e.g., possible hazards, water/chemical conditions, marine life, wind and weather) to ensure a safe environment, removing hazardous materials when necessary (e.g., floating debris, glass, etc.).
• Perform rescue work, promptly render cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or emergency first aid, and call for medical assistance as necessary.
• Conduct and document pool chemical testing results. Check chlorine and pH levels on a scheduled basis; notify Certified Pool Operator or supervisor of chemical imbalances; may adjust chemicals as directed.
• Administer aquatic assessment testing and certification in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policy.
• Lead and direct the work of three (3) or more lifeguard crew during work shifts, ensuring duties are performed in accordance with established safety regulations and policies.
• Interview and recommend selection of all lifeguard positions to the Aquatics Program Manager or Fitness Program Director, as needed.
• Schedule, coordinate and conduct in-service training of assigned lifeguards and recreational swimming instructors. Orient new lifeguards to job duties and responsibilities.
• Monitor and track all the lifeguards' training requirements and certifications to ensure they are current and/or competent in all rescue techniques to include first aid and CPR.
• Ensure the aquatics programs are occurring as scheduled and assist with the overall management of swimming events.

Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass an initial and recurrent physical agility test.
• Must possess and maintain Lifeguard Certification in accordance with CNICINST 1710.3.
• Must possess and maintain CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Providers or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain First Aid to include Automated External Defibrillator Certification.
• Must possess and maintain Blood Borne Pathogens certification.
• Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
• Knowledge of DoD, DON, CNIC, and MWR policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications and use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
• Ability to 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 perform the full range of work leader responsibilities.
• Ability to direct the work of subordinate staff and appropriately manage conflict.

Nice to Have

• Lifeguard Instructor Certification
• Water Safety Instructor certification in accordance with CNICINST 1710.3
• Certified Pool Operator
• Knowledge of the beach environment, marine life, and beach and water hazard is required for waterfront lifeguard positions
• 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 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

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