About this role
Job SummaryThis position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Air Facility El Centro. 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.
Qualifications- Knowledge of pool safety rules. - Knowledge of DoW, 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. - 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. - Ability to exercise control over a large group of people. - Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Major Duties- Performs all pool lifeguard responsibilities (e.g., supervising swimmers/patrons and their activities, monitoring all 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. - Documents water conditions and weather conditions. - Administers aquatic assessment testing and certification in accordance with Department of War (DoW), 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 Supervisor. - 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 operations. - Prepares accident/incident reports during emergency situations. Notifies management of all emergencies immediately. - Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, chemicals, etc.).