Summary
This position is assigned to all pools located on Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam (JBPHH), Morale, Welfare and Recreation. The purpose of this position is to instruct and teach various swimming skills, styles, and basic diving to various age groups. Ensures all water safety rules are observed by swimmers, utilizing a good knowledge of all aspects of water safety. Observes swimmers and ensures all participants are accounted for at all times.
Duties
Major Duties and Responsibilities
A. Responsible for instructing and teaching various swimming skills, styles, and basic diving to- various age groups. Ensures all water safety rules are observed by swimmers, utilizing a good knowledge of all aspects of water safety observes swimmers and ensures all participants are accounted for at all times.
B. Prepares materials for presentation and explaining. May lead the work of other lifeguards May act as a pool lifeguard performing rescue work. When necessary, renders emergency first aid until qualified medical assistance arrives. Completes appropriate accident reports and other required reports.
C. Checks the chemical balance of pool water and applies disinfectant to showers, floors, and decks, as required. Performs necessary maintenance work required for sanitation, cleanliness and neatness of the pool areas. May collect usage fees and check I.D. cards, as required.
D. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must pass all applicable records and background checks.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license within 90 days of being placed in the position in order to transport patrons off-base.
- Must be C.A.R.E. (Controlling Alcohol Risks Effectively) training, hold an Emergency First Responder (EFR) or CPR First Aid certification upon being placed in the position OR be able to obtain these trainings/certifications within 90 days.
- Must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
- Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National.
Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate must possess:
Water Safety Instructor (WST), CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Life Guarding certificates which all must be current. Must have one to two years of related experience. Dexterity to handle, a person in the water who may panic or be unconscious. Understanding of and ability to enforce rigid safety regulations to ensure maximum protection of swimmers. Ability to use equipment to take pool and environmental readings.
National and state background checks are required for positions that involve working with youth programs.
Must be able to obtain within one-year of employment Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
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 02/06/2025 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/12675064
It 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=Applicant
To 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/status
DON 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.