Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) NF-01

United States Army Installation Management Command•Fort Knox, KY
•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Anderson Aquatics. The incumbent serves as a lifeguard for indoor and outdoor pools and works under the direction of the Installation Aquatics Program Manager. The role is responsible for assisting in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training and assisting with American Red Cross swim lessons as an Aide. The lifeguard tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules and follows facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions. Lifeguards will participate in any required training, including on-the-job training, emergency rescue drills, and emergency action plan simulations. The position also involves maintaining daily logs, reports, and records as required.

Requirements

  • Must have current health assessment which documents good physical health, and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy.
  • Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity.
  • In case of exposure to infectious disease, incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period.
  • Lifeguards must have good vision (corrected vision if necessary) while on duty to effectively recognize all emergencies, incidents and rule breaking.
  • Incumbent is required to follow environmental safeguards and wear personal protective equipment.
  • May be assigned to irregular duties or when needed for special recreational events and related requirements.
  • Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Fifteen (15) year old lifeguards must comply with the restriction of the DOL Child Labors Law (Jan 17, 2006).
  • In addition, the incumbent may be subject to additional background checks if required to have regular and recurring contact with children.
  • All required certifications must be kept current.
  • Health and immunization screening is required.
  • Resumes must be two pages (or less).
  • Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
  • Possesses and maintains the following certifications: Lifeguarding and First Aid (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard, YMCA, or ELLIS); American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional; CPR for the Professional Rescuer/ AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/ AED); First Aid.

Nice To Haves

  • Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.

Responsibilities

  • Serves as a lifeguard for indoor and outdoor pools.
  • Assists in the conduct of aquatic swimming and water survival training.
  • Assists with American Red Cross swim lessons as an Aide.
  • Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules.
  • Follows facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions.
  • Participates in required training (on-the-job training, emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations).
  • Maintains daily logs, reports, and records as required.

Benefits

  • Enrollment in health and life insurance
  • Participation in 401k and retirement plans
  • Paid personal time off and federal holidays
  • NAF 401(k) plan
  • Access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.
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