This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Station; Great Lakes, IL. Incumbent provides lifeguard duties; is responsible for safeguarding the lives of persons at the assigned work area; assists with Aquatic training, education, and general support at the installation.

Requirements

• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the following: First Aid with Automated External Defibrillator Certification and Blood Borne Pathogens,
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the following: Lifeguard Certification in accordance with CNICINST 1710.3, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Providers or equivalent.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules. Knowledge of the beach environment, marine life, and beach and water hazard is required for waterfront lifeguard positions. Knowledge of DoD, DON, CNIC, and MWR policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications and use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations. Knowledge of cash handling procedures, if applicable. Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed. Skill in and ability to provide training. Skilled or proficient in surf lifesaving techniques and radio communications to perform a safe and efficient rescue operation. Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately. Ability to act decisively and immediately in any situation which could result in harm to a patron by identifying a patron in distress. Ability to tactfully, but forcefully, provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them. Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they meet environmental health standards. Ability to exercise control over a large group of people. Ability to perform the full range of work leader responsibilities. Ability to direct the work of subordinate staff and appropriately manage conflict. Ability to schedule work, handle last-minute changes, and evaluate performance. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Contacts

• Address NAVSTA Great Lakes IL 530 B Farragut Ave. FFFR Bldg. 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088 US
• Name: CNRMA NAF HRO
• Email: [email protected]