Responsible for safety of swimmers in the pool.

Duties

Responsible for instructing and teaching various swimming skills, styles and basic diving to various age groups. Maintains attendance rosters and prepares progress reports on participants enrolled in the class. Responsible for safeguarding patrons at the facility. Cautions participants regarding unsafe practices or conditions. Informs and educates patrons and staff regarding common aquatic risks and consequences. Employs preventative measures whenever possible to minimize risks. Rescues and assists swimmers in danger and administers first aid as required until more advanced assistance arrives. Maintains order, enforces pool rules/regulations as appropriate. Monitors activity in pool and deck area to prevent accidents and stop boisterous play. Caution swimmers, takes charge in emergencies. Reports unsafe conditions concerning equipment, supplies, facility, pool or other areas to immediate supervisor and protect patrons and staff from same. Follows established guidelines for communication and emergency procedures including preparation of accident/incident reports when necessary. Performs swimming pool temperature and chemical readings. Maintains daily log with the results of the testing. Notifies supervisor of problems with chemical levels and of need of pool supplies. Performs housekeeping duties to ensure proper standards of appearance, cleanliness and sanitation. This may include scrubbing the pool deck, sides and gutter, vacuuming pool, bathhouse, locker rooms, office and classroom cleaning. When appropriate, contacts PWC/SCE to have minor repairs made. Completes log for all tasks accomplished. Performs opening and closing duties of facility and prepares facility for scheduled activities. Provides information regarding aquatic facilities, hours of operation and programs. Attends all in-service training, NAVOSH classes and other training as instructed. Maintains all certifications in a current status. Performs related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

Must be currently certified n Lifeguard Training/CPR for the Professional (Title 22) and Standard First Aid by the American Red Cross or equivalent. Ability to pass both a skills and written test and swim 300 yards. Ability to size up emergencies and adopt effective courses of action. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to understand and comprehend rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to maintain excellent public relations and capably exercise control over a group of people. Uses tact when interacting with the public and staff. Understands, practices and teaches water safety, emergency response and life support.

Contacts

• Address NAVSTA Everett 1103 Hunley RD Bldg 94 Silverdale, WA 98315 US
• Name: NRNW NAF HRO
• Email: [email protected]