Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard) NF-02

This position is located at Oasis Pool - Fort Irwin, California. Oasis offers safe, fun, and healthy ways to enjoy the water. We operate indoor pools year-round and outdoor pools during the summer season.

About the role

This is an open continuous announcement. All qualified applicants will be forwarded to management on a weekly or as-needed basis. This job is open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation are also eligible.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation of the pool, oversee the work of assigned lifeguards, and monitor compliance with facility policies.
• Responsible for lifeguarding guests at the assigned aquatic facility.
• Assist in coaching or preparing competitive and non-competitive swimming programs as required.
• Assist with scheduling of employees.
• Operate the pool’s filtration system, maintain water balance, pool chemistry, and perform water tests.
• Tactfully warn patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules and follow facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions.
• Provide information to swimmers regarding safety rules and procedures.
• Responsible for safeguarding and protection of funds, property, and personnel.
• Rescue swimmers and administer first aid as required.
• May be assigned to irregular duties or special recreational events.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required.
• Meet qualification, eligibility, and background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks, including a Tier 1 background investigation.
• Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity.
• Work hours may involve weekends, weekdays, holidays, and night duty.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages or less and clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities as they pertain to this position.

• American Red Cross "Lifeguard" certification or nationally recognized equivalent (e.g., Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification).
• American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer" (CPR-Pro) certification or nationally recognized equivalent (e.g., Ellis & Associates CPR Certification).
• American Red Cross "Automated External Defibrillator" (AED) certification or nationally recognized equivalent (e.g., Ellis & Associates AED certification).

A copy of certificate(s) must be uploaded at the time of application.

Benefits

• Access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.
• Eligibility for health and life insurance, 401k, and retirement plans for regular full-time and part-time employees.
• Paid personal time off and federal holidays for regular full-time and part-time employees.
• NAF 401(k) plan eligibility for flexible employees working in the U.S. or for U.S. citizens/spouses/children working for a NAFI in a foreign area.
• Some flexible employees may also be eligible for health insurance.
• Sunday premium pay and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.