LIFEGUARD - CERTIFICATION TO HIRE - SEASONAL FLEX

ANNOUNCING AN OPPORTUNITY TO

BECOME A PART OF THE MWR TEAM

POSITION: LIFEGUARD – CERTIFICATION TO HIRE – SEASONAL FELX

SALARY:  $15 – $16 PH

ANNOUNCEMENT #: GP-23-11834495                                            

OPENING DATE:  10 FEB 2023                                          NO RELOCATION      

CLOSING DATE:  22 MAR 2023

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY:  Intermittent

LOCATION: AQUATICS, FITNESS CENTER, Morale Welfare and Recreation Department, Community Activities Division, Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, Mississippi.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:  Open to the Public.

HOW TO APPLY:  https://www.usajobs.gov/job/706250400

PURPOSE: CERT TO HIRE LIFEGUARD POSITION. SEASONAL, FLEX.
Once certified, lifeguards perform all pool an/or waterfront lifeguard responsibilities (including but not limited to: supervising swimmer/ patrons and their activities, monitoring all natural water activities, applying first aid, enforcing safety rules, reporting safety hazards to supervisors, performing water rescues as necessary, etc.)

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Qualified applicants are required to pass education/ training to be certified as a Lifeguard. Applicant will not be assigned to the Lifeguard position until certification is obtained. Once certified the following duties are included in the Seasonal Cert to Hire Lifeguard position:
• Observes conditions of area assigned (e.g., possible hazards, water/chemical conditions, wind and weather, etc), to ensure a safe environment, removing hazardous materials when necessary (e.g.) floating debris, glass, etc.).
• Performs rescue work, promptly renders CPR or emergency first aid, and calls for medical assistance as necessary.
• Conducts and documents pool chemical testing results.
• Checks chlorine and pH level on a scheduled basis; notifies Certified Pool Operator or supervisor of chemical imbalances; adjusts chemicals as directed.
• Administers aquatic assessment testing and certification in accordance with Department of Defense (DOD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policy.
• Provides introductory equipment orientations, as needed.
• Checks identification cards for authorized patrons and collects usage fees, if applicable.
• Serves as the primary liaison between the activity, security, medical departments, and Aquatics Coordinator during emergency situations.
• Performs cleaning duties (e.g., basic janitorial services, vacuuming, skimming, etc,) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Aquatics Coordinator.
• Inspects stands, boards, ropes, safety gear and conditions of the dressing rooms, ensuring they are within the condition required by environmental health standards.
• Informs supervisor of deficiencies.
• Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment (e.g., specialized kits and bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, monitoring equipment, etc.).
• Enforces applicable policies and procedures of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) regarding the use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
• Prepares accident/incident reports during emergency situations. Notifies management of all emergencies immediately.
• Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).

REQUIREMENTS:  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Candidates must pass the swim pre-qualification test. 100m swim, 2 minutes treading water legs only, 50 sec brick retrieval.
• Must pass initial interview process and complete the American Red Cross Lifeguard course during certification process.
• Must sign a letter of commitment stating they will remain employed at the Gulfport location for 2 consecutive summer seasons (April- October for 2023 and 2024) or will be responsible for reimbursement of the $100 cost of training and certification.
• Must have flexible availability to work during operating hours, which are Sun- Sat from 6am- 6pm, up to 29 hours per week.
• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• 5 APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO CONDUCT EACH COURSE. (Max of 10 for each date, with two course dates scheduled. See Qualification and Education section for the dates scheduled.)

QUALIFICATIONS

CERTIFICATION TO HIRE- SEASONAL LIFEGUARD.
This program provides the training and education needed to obtain Lifeguard certification. This listing is for applicants who need their certification.

• Position begins at $15.00 per hour as a NF 01 until training courses are completed. Courses must be completed, and certification obtained to serve as a Lifeguard. Once you have become a certified Lifeguard, and have completed 6 months of successful work experience with us, you will be promoted to NF02 @ $16.00 per hour.
• Must sign commitment letter for 2 consecutive seasons of employment totaling 12 months. (April - October for 2023 and 2024.) If candidate is unable to complete the 12 month commitment, they will be required to reimburse the program $100.00 for the cost of training and education that was provided by the MWR for Lifeguard certification.
• Must complete American Red Cross Lifeguard course
• Must have flexible hours Sun to Saturday, 6am to 7pm. 0-39 hours per week.
• Candidate must pass the swim pre-qualification test:( 100M swim, 2 minutes of treading water legs only, 50 sec brick retrieval.)
• Must pass initial interview process, to proceed to the educational/training portion.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the ability to learn the following:

• Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
• Knowledge of the beach environment, marine life, and beach and water hazards. (Waterfront Only)
• Knowledge of DoD, DON and CNIC policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications.
• Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding the use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
• 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 me et environmental health standards.
• Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed.
• Skilled or proficient in surf lifesaving techniques and radio communications to perform a safe and efficient rescue operation.
• Ability to exercise control over a large group of people.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest

KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/
• Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Social Security Card is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.
• A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

5 APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO CONDUCT EACH COURSE WITH A MAX OF 10.
Must be available to complete the the training, which is scheduled for the following times:
THERE ARE TWO COURSE DATES.
FIRST CUT OFF DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS: MARCH 7 2023
*Swim Test will occur on 03/10/23-03/14/23
*Book work will be 03/15/23-03/20/23 for 7 total hours.
*Class dates 03/21/23-03/24/23 for a total of 20 hours

SECOND CUT OFF DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS: MARCH 22.2023
*Swim test will occur on 03/27/23-03/30/23
*Book work will be 03/30/23-04/10/23 for total of 7 hours.
*Class dates will be from 04/11/23-04/14/23 for a total of 20 hours.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at https://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

Education

This program provides the necessary training required to become a certified Lifeguard. After certification process is completed, candidate is required to remain employed for 2 consecutive Summer seasons April - October 2023-2024.

THERE ARE TWO COURSE DATES. 5 APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO CONDUCT EACH COURSE WITH A MAX OF 10.

FIRST CUT OFF DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS: MARCH 7 2023
*Swim Test will occur on 03/10/23-03/14/23
*Book work will be 03/15/23-03/20/23 for 7 total hours.
*Class dates 03/21/23-03/24/23 for a total of 20 hours

SECOND CUT OFF DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS: MARCH 22.2023
*Swim test will occur on 03/27/23-03/30/23
*Book work will be 03/30/23-04/10/23 for total of 7 hours.
*Class dates will be from 04/11/23-04/14/23 for a total of 20 hours.
 

Additional information

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to:

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.).
• Stability of Federal Civilian Service
• People with passion for doing work that matters
• Quality of Work Life Balance

Some positions have special requirements- Position is a non-critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII. An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.- Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450. Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.- Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.- For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date.

The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to MILL_CNIC_NAF_EEO@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY: 

• Resume-Include name and contact information for at least three (3) professional references in your resume-
• OF-306. https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OF0306.pdf-
• Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.-
• Proof of certification, if applicable to position requirements.
• If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.-If you are a current federal employee, submit your last three evaluations.

APPLICANTS CLAIMING HIRING PREFERENCE: Please ensure your status is indicated in your USAJOBS account and ALL required documents to claim preference are submitted at the time of resume submission.

WHAT ARE PREFERENCES? Preferences are advantages in the candidate selection process. Individuals can claim the following preferences:
1. Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Qualifying separated employees shall have priority placement in the NAF activity from which they were separated as a result of a Business Based Action (BBA), when the position has substantially the same duties as the position from which they were separated and it is not a higher grade or employment category, provided the position is not being filled by an internal candidate.
To claim this preference, you MUST:
-Submit a copy of your BBA Separation Notification indicating eligibility for RPL.

2. Military Spouse Preference (MSP): Qualifying spouses eligible for MSP are spouses of an active duty military member of the U.S. Armed Forces, including members of the National Guard or Reserves on active duty. The marriage must have occurred before the military member received official permanent change of station (PCS) orders to the installation listed above. MSP is applicable only when applying for NAF positions at the NF-03 and below and equivalent craft and trade (CT) positions.
To claim this preference, you MUST:
-Submit sponsor's PCS orders to installation you are applying for; AND
-If you are not indicated as a spouse on the PCS orders, you MUST submit proof of marriage prior to PCS.

3. Veteran's Preference/Gold Star Veteran's Preference: Qualifying military veterans, and spouses/parents of deceased veterans shall be given employment preference over non-preference applicants if they are equally qualified. Preference applicable for positions open to external candidates.

To claim Veteran's preference, you MUST:
-Submit a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy); AND
-Submit completed SF15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND
-Submit any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc)

To claim Gold Star Veteran's preference, you MUST:
-Submit completed SF-15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND
-Submit a legible copy of DD-1300; AND
-Submit any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc).

***Qualifying applicants with preferences are considered in the order listed above. Then all other qualifying applicants are considered.

Dept of the Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non-merit factors.

As a condition of employment, selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds transfer within the first 60days of employment. This is a DoD standard method of payment of personnel.  Employees will be subject to administrative action for failure to enroll unless a waiver has been obtained.