Recreation Assistant; Beach Lifeguard

this position is assigned to the non-appropriated fund (naf) fitness, sports, and deployed support branch; fleet readiness; commander, navy installations command (cnic); naval station mayport, florida. Incumbent provides 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.

in order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

specialized experience must demonstrate 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 meet 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.

you will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

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.

• no payment of permanent change of station (pcs) is authorized, based on a determination that a pcs move is not in the government interest

• males must be registered or exempt from selective service. Https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./
• 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. As of may 7, 2025, the real  requires visitors to have a real  passport to access to government facilities. This will be a requirement for employment.
• 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.

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