AQUATICS PROGRAM MANAGER, NF-04/RFT, CAMP FOSTER, OKINAWA, JAPAN Job in Camp Foster, Japan

Vacancy No. 72839 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $25.01 to $30.00 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/1/2025 Close Date 5/31/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Camp Foster, Japan


Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

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Duties

NONAPPROPRIATED FUND POSITION DESCRIPTION


JOB TITLE:        SUPERVISORY RECREATION SPECIALIST 
POSITION TITLE:    AQUATICS PROGRAM MANAGER
SPD NUMBER:    090027
JOB SERIES:    0188                            
PAY LEVEL:    NF-04 

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:   Plans, develops, administers and maintains a comprehensive aquatics program. Plans, coordinates, and schedules installation activities, special events, and joint community undertakings.  Prepares budgets. Evaluates program overall effectiveness. Plans, organizes work, and manages internal procedures and resources to ensure maximum productivity and economies. Prepares internal office financial plans and related records and reports, and exercises authority on approved budget. Reviews financial status of assigned activities and recommends changes. Manages new property resources and provides advice on renovations and improvements. Handles routine matters, contract files, and forward reports/files to the Contracting Officer. Inspects and accepts products and services, and reviews/approves invoices for payment.

Protects patrons from hazardous conditions by ensuring rules and regulations are enforced. Protects lives through aggressive prevention, preparedness, education, emergency medical, and rescue programs. Ensures all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to swimming pools are posted and observed. Performs water rescues and land rescues equal to the standard of training when an emergency is taking place (e.g. drowning, medical or trauma in the water). Manages respiratory and cardiac emergencies to include performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bag-valve-mask (BVM) resuscitation, or automatic external defibrillation (AED). Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment such as specialized kits and rescue bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, oxygen delivery systems, and monitoring equipment. Controls external bleeding with direct pressure and treats shock. Splints and immobilizes fractures and dislocations for transport. Attempts to ascertain whether the patron has preexisting medical problems and to obtain critical medical history information from the patron.

Responsible for solving any problems related to the work environment and job functions. Deals effectively with employees in regards to suggestions, complaints, and other personnel matters
Keeps assistant manager informed to all problem areas and new methods of accomplishing assignments. Responsible for ensuring all personnel are properly trained and maintain appropriate professional certifications. Develops and oversees emergency medical and rescue training, public education and other related educational and functional duties.

Responsible for the supervision and safety of aquatics staff. Recruits and screens all prospective staff. Supervises grades NF-01 through NF-03 (and equivalent) staff to include: assigning and distributing work, coaching, counseling, training and mentoring employees; approving and disapproving leave; recommending and completing personnel actions; completing performance reviews. Must be alert to alcohol abuse and take appropriate action. Assists in ensuring all personnel are properly trained and maintain appropriate professional certifications.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

  1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field appropriate to the work of the position; OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above; OR 
    appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above.
  2. A minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
  3. Training and Certifications Required:
    - Based on program operations the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire a nationally recognized certification of a Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT) and Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT) or equivalent. 
    - Current or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire an Aquatics Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification.
    - Current nationally recognized certification as a Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent.
    - Current nationally recognized certification as a Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) or equivalent. 
    - Current nationally recognized certification: Lifeguard training, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent, Standard First Aid or equivalent. 
     
  4. Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  5. Must have knowledge of pool water chemistry and the ability to use and perform maintenance of pool equipment and operation systems.
  6. Understanding of and the ability to enforce rigid safety regulations to ensure maximum protection of swimmers.  
  7. Must be able to pass an initial and recurring physical ability test.
  8. Must have a current driver¿s license.
  9. Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (Tier 1) with Childcare background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age.

This activity is a Drug-free workplace.  The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated.  Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
           *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
           *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:

•      Stability of Federal Civilian Service

•      People with passion for doing work that matters

•      Quality of Work Life Balance

•      Competitive Pay

•      Comprehensive Benefit Packages

•      Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

Required Documents

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.  To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

Agency contact information

CAMP BUTLER MCCS
Address
CAMP BUTLER MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN: NAF PERSONNEL OFFICER
FPO AP, 963735023
JPN

Next steps

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.


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