Lead Recreation Assistant (Pool Lifeguard)

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Aquatics; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Commander Fleet Activities Sasebo. Incumbent conducts 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.

Qualifications

Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules. Knowledge of DoD, DON, CNIC, and MWR policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications and use of Aquatic facilities. 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 and ability to provide training. 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.