About the position: This position will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Aquatics Center, Kirtland AFB, NM. This position will be filled as a Flexible employment category. The tour of duty for this position will include weekends, evenings, and nights. Position requires current Lifeguard Certification, First Aid Certification, and CPR Certification. Lifeguard Instructor Certification desired.

Duties

Serves as lead lifeguard leader over same and lower grade pool employees. Assist other employees in their duties. Distributes and monitors workload among employees. Instructs employees in specific tasks and job techniques. Resolves simple complaints among employees and refers formal complaints to supervisor. Ensures regulations, procedures, methods, and deadlines have been met. Assists in the education and on the job training of fellow co-workers. Makes available written instructions regulations, policies, and other reference materials. Overseas collection of daily income. Prepares and consolidates daily receipts and reports. Makes daily deposits. Monitors customers to ensure that no unauthorized activity takes place and that all pool rules and regulations are adhered to. Enforces general rules of good conducts and expels patrons whose conduct constitutes a hazard or nuisance. Acts promptly to rescue and resuscitate near-drowning victims. Rescues such personnel using Red Cross approved techniques and call 911. Watches swimmers for indication of fatigue or ill health and insures all safety and sanitary precautions are met. Disseminates information to patrons regarding hours of operation, Air Force regulations pool rules, safety precautions, etc. Ensures authorized entry into pool area by checking pool passes, collecting fees, and controlling sign-in rosters. Participates in general maintenance and repairs of pools and facilities. Conducts regular water quality tests. Reports unsatisfactory safety, health, and maintenance conditions to appropriate authorities. Promotes good customer relations through positive interaction with pool patrons while enforcing rules and regulations, answering questions and addressing customer complaints. Teaches swimming lessons to adults and children. Participates with Youth Summer Program participants and other swimming programs as required. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12185041

Requirements

• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent possess Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, and Adult and Child CPR Certifications.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• This position requires the incumbent to be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 11/13/2023 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must possess knowledge of pool operations and programs. Skill in written and oral communications, and simple arithmetic to perform basic calculations relating to daily income and deposits required. Must possess the degree of physical fitness required to rescue near-drowning victims and to demonstrate and participate in program activities. Must be available to work weekends, evenings, split shifts, and other unusual hours when required. Demonstrated team leadership experience or ability is highly desirable. At least one season of lifeguarding experience is highly preferred Must possess Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, and Adult and Child CPR Certifications, and obtain a Blood Born Pathogen certification upon employment. Satisfactory completion of installation records checks, state and national criminal background checks may be required for positions that provide lifesaving duties for children. Must be able to satisfactory pass a Tier 1 (T1) background investigation. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Kirtland Community Services Flight 377 FSS/FSMH, 1551 1st Street, Bldg 20350 Kirtland AFB, NM 87117-5661 US
• Name: Kirtland NAF HR Office
• Email: [email protected]