(NSA NW ANNEX CHESAPEAKE) BARBER

About the role

Performs a variety of barbering services at a main, branch or location haircare facility for authorized military and civilian personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provides barbering hair care services for clients which include shampooing and conditioning, cutting, shaping sideburns, nape of neck, middle and top part of the head into various haircuts and styles to suit client
• Shaves face, styles mustache and beard
• Massages neck, face and scalp
• Checks client's scalp and hair for visible disorders such as sores, abrasions, diseases which might interfere with requested barbering services
• Consults with client on matters pertaining to their hair care needs
• Maintains combs in solution and sanitizes equipment in chemical or physical agent
• Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of designated work station and shop
• Makes necessary preparations for shampoo and towels to be used to minimize delay of customer services
• Makes minor repairs on equipment such as replacing switches, plugs and cords, etc.
• Operates cash register; prepares hair care chits, collects and accounts for cash received from clients; balances daily sales using Salesperson's Daily Cash Report
• Sells hair care products to clients and maintains Daily Appointment Book by name of client, time and Stylist /Barber assigned
• May open and close shop
• Assists with monthly inventory
• Carries out policy of courtesy and customer service
• Ensures 100% client satisfaction

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of barber culture or cosmetology
• Possession of a valid State License in Barbering or cosmetology
• Must be medically screened and determined to be free of communicable diseases prior to initial assignment

Qualifications

Candidates selected for hire who possess a U.S. State License in Cosmetology from a State other than the State the position is located must obtain a valid State License in Barbering or Cosmetology in the State the position is located within six months from the date of hire.

Physical Requirements

Continual use of both arms and legs involving frequent standing, reaching and light lifting. Objects handled such as barber service apparatus, appliances, etc. Dexterity is required in applying manual techniques.

Work Environment

Work is performed inside a haircare facility with proper lighting, sufficient plumbing and heating, adequate aisle space, strong water pressure, plenty of hot water, adequate electric power and outlets for appliances and apparatus. Incumbent is subject to the possibility of cuts, burns, strains and electric shock; and is exposed to hair cuttings, skin conditions, common colds and communicable diseases.

Benefits and Schedule

Flexible schedule (0 - 19.5 hours). The position is located in Chesapeake, Virginia.