Duties

• Serves as a lifeguard for indoor and outdoor pools and works under the direction of the Installation Aquatics Program Manager.
• Employs safety rules for the protection of the pool guests. Responsible for lifeguarding guests in attendance at the assigned aquatics facility.
• Provides maximum pool area surveillance and responds to emergencies; rescues pool patrons and administers first aid as required.
• Assists in maintaining pool, and area clean and free from any hazards. Performs periodic water tests and reports results to the pool leader on duty.
• Provides information to swimmers regarding safety/health/admission rules and procedures. Tactfully warns patrons who repeatedly disregard safety rules, and follows facility Standard Operating Procedures for disciplinary actions.
• Assists in coaching or preparing the competitive and non-competitive swimming programs as required. Maintains daily logs, reports and records as required. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Appointment subject to favorable suitability determination.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• 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.
• Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty.
• Fifteen(15) year old lifeguards must comply with the restriction of the DOL Child Labors Law (Jan 17, 2006).
• Lifeguards will participate in any required training (on-the-job training emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations).
• All required certifications must be kept current.
• Must be able to lift 40 Ibs and complete a physical.
• Must be willing to accept a flexible appointment.
• Must have current health assessment which documents good physical health, and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  The following documents must be submitted with your application:
  

  • Resume

  
  
  The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • DA Form 3434 for current and former NAF employees
  • Marriage certificate for Spouse Preference
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Enrollment
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

• How to Apply

  You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

  • Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 11918230. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.

  • Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

  Agency contact information

  Fort Leavenworth NAF Human Resources Office

  Phone

  9136842747

  Email

  usarmy.leavenworth.chra-hqs.mbx.cpac-naf@army.mil

  Address

  EX-NAF-W6B7AA US ARMY GARRISON FT LEAVENWORTH
  DO NOT MAIL
  Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027
  US

  Next steps

  Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.