Assistant Aquatics Manager NF-03 Job in Fort Novosel, AL

Vacancy No. O3NAFEG-25-12704544 Department Army Installation Management Command
Salary $43,827.00 to $45,914.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 3/3/2025 Close Date 3/6/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Novosel, AL


Summary

This position is located at Aquatics.

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This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

  • Assists the Chief of Sports, Fitness and Aquatics in the supervision of the aquatic programs and acts as head lifeguard.
  • Responsible for managing daily seasonal operations including facility and lifeguard staff of Indoor Pool, Outdoor pool and lake swimming
  • Manage mission essential aquatics programming and recreational programming.
  • Ensure that facility is in safe operating condition and lifeguards have necessary training.
  • Interview and select such staff and onboard/train new staff.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Attend Team Member Orientation within 30 days of employment.
  • Must be available to work days and evenings.
  • Position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • All required certifications must be kept current.
  • Incumbent may be subject to additional background checks, with periodic reverification.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience in planning and executing programs. This experience may have been gained managing indoor or outdoor aquatic programs and facilities. Required experience must have been equivalent to the next to lower grade level.
  • Current certification in Life guarding or Life guarding Instructor, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent. NOTE: Certifications must be uploaded at the time of application.
The following certificates must be obtained within 12 months of appointment:
  • Water Safety Instructor
  • Aquatic Facilities Operator (AFO) or Pool Operator Certification
In addition, the following certificate must be obtained within two weeks of reporting for duty:
  • Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Best Qualified:
  • At least 36 months of lifeguarding experience.
  • At least twelve (12) months lifeguarding experience at DFMWR Facility or similar Garrison activity.
  • At least twelve (12) months of work experience as Lead and/or Supervisor.
  • Experience with Army Community Recreation Reports Online System, RecTrac, Outlook/Excel/Word.
  • Possess the following: current Water Safety Instructor certificate and current AED certificate.
NOTE: The experience listed above must be reflected on your resume and certifications must be uploaded at the time of application to be considered a Best Qualified candidate.

**In order to be considered Best Qualified, your resume must show that you meet BOTH the minimum qualifications, and four (4) of the five (5) Best Qualified criteria to be considered a Best Qualified candidate. Best Qualified applicants will be referred to the selecting official first. Remaining applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is the local commuting area. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Citizens that live within 50 miles of FT. Novosel, AL. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Applications:
  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 1:00 p.m. by 03/06/2025 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials
  • This is a pay-banded position.
  • Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay. When authorized, Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
  • Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.
Non-Foreign Overseas Allowances
  • Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Benefits

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For additional details regarding these benefits, please click the link below.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume



The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • DA Form 3434
  • Marriage Certificate
  • Certifications (Lifeguard Certification or Lifeguard Instructor, First Aid and CPR/AED Certification, Aquatic Facilities Operator (AFO) and/or Pool Operator Certification, Water Safety Instructor Certification)
  • PCS Orders
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12704544. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 03/06/2025 to receive consideration.

  • Click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12704544.
  • Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  • You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
  • It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

Belinda Grantham
Address
EG-NAF-W6CEAA US ARMY GARRISON FT NOVOSEL
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Novosel, AL 36362
US

Next steps

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