Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation.
- Irregular working hours may be required to include early shift, late shift, evenings, weekends and holidays when the need arises.
- May be required to lift and carry swimmers varying in weight and size.
- Must be ready to respond to emergency situations at all times.
- Must have at least one year of specialized experience related to planning, organizing, coordinating and implementing aquatics programs.
- Must have at least 3 years of progressive experience in aquatics or a four-year undergraduate degree in health, fitness, recreation or related field.
- Must have a current nationally recognized aquatics certificate (i.e. Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Instructor, CPR for the Rescuer and Emergency Response) through the American Red Cross or equivalent.
Qualifications
Knowledge of the goals, philosophies, techniques and methods used in organizing leisure time activities at indoor and outdoor swimming pools as would be gained through a full year undergraduate curriculum with emphasis in recreation.
Knowledge of the entire scope of aquatic activities and their suitability for individuals and groups of all ages and interests.
Ability to market the program and motivate eligible patrons.
Knowledge of constraints placed on the Fleet Readiness Program and ability to utilize resources effectively.
Knowledge of Affirmative Action Program and support of it and all day- to day activities.
Knowledge of variety of technical areas such as facility and grounds maintenance, pool safety regulations, specialized equipment, patron health concerns, pool sanitation/ treatment, lifesaving and rescue skills/ techniques, swimming instructors certification requirements, accidents and emergency procedures, first aid and CPR, driving- zone concerns, other pool safety aides and minimum pool rules and regulations.
Possess managerial and administrative skills necessary to accomplish the mission of the aquatic program. Functions include: supervising lifeguards, water safety aids, swimming instructors, and concessions staff, division budgeting, programming and fiscal processes which defray pool operation costs, monitoring the equipment needs, facility, expansion and replacement requirements, inventory of pool equipment, and complete maintenance of indoor and outdoor pools.
Education
Knowledge of aquatics and related aquatics safety programs that would be obtained with a minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in aquatics programs or have a 4-year undergraduate degree in Health, Fitness, Recreation or related field.
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.
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.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
How to Apply
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/07/2025 to receive consideration.
To begin, 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.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12808050It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=ApplicantTo verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/statusDON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.
The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
Next steps
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.