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Summary This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch, Aquatics Section, Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); US Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy. 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. Learn more about this agency Summary This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch, Aquatics Section, Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); US Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy. 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. Learn more about this agency Overview Help Accepting applications Sigonella Sicily, Italy Many vacancies No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $15 - $17.25 per hour Pay scale & grade NF 1 - 2 Promotion potential 2 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Intermittent - Flexible (0-40 hrs per week) Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series 0189 Recreation Aid And Assistant Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number NUS-26-011 Control number 854257700 This job is open to Help Military spouses Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty. Family of overseas employees Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas. Clarification from the agency AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Applicants have to be US citizens who are authorized command-sponsored dependents of civilian or military personnel stationed with official Government Orders at US NAS Sigonella, Italy. ACTIVE DUTY members are eligible to apply for flexible positions and, if selected, work during their off-duty hours as long as they obtain their Command's written authorization. Duties Help Lifeguard duties include but are not limited to: • Performs all pool lifeguard responsibilities (e.g., supervising swimmers/patrons and their activities, monitoring all natural water activities, applying first aid, enforcing safety rules, reporting safety hazards to supervisor, performing water rescues as necessary. etc.). • 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 cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or emergency first aid, and calls for medical assistance as necessary. • Conducts and documents pool chemical testing results. Checks chlorine and pH levels on a scheduled basis; notifies Certified Pool Operator or supervisor of chemical imbalances; adjusts chemicals as directed. General duties include: • 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 condition 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 (M W R) regarding the use of Aquatic facilities. • 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 Help Conditions of employment • Minimum age requirement is 16 years. • Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation. • Must pass a pre-employment physical examination. • Work schedule is subject to change and may include working early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and rotating shifts. • Work includes extended hours of sitting and standing. Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50lbs independently and over 50lbs with assistance. Physical demands may be beyond normal requirement during rescue. • Work is performed in indoor or outdoor aquatics facilities. May be exposed to sunburn and eye irritation due to chlorinated water. • CIVILIAN CANDIDATES MUST POSSESS: No-Fee Passport (containing VISA and Statement), Sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Orders to Sigonella, or Command-Sponsorship authorization, and Sojourner's Permit/Application Letter. • ACTIVE DUTY CANDIDATES MUST POSSESS: Military Orders to Sigonella and Command's written authorization. Qualifications This position has promotion potential. If qualified at the entry level, incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the target level upon meeting the qualification requirements and at management's discretion. Qualifications: Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) - Entry level • 6 months of general experience or 1 year of education above high school • Lifeguard Training Certification • CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Providers • First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification • Blood Borne Pathogens General experience is any type of work that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position. At the entry level qualified candidates will be evaluated in conjunction with the following KSA's: • Knowledge of cash handling procedures • Ability to exercise control over a large group of people • Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard) - Target level In addition to the certificates required at the entry level, candidates' previous work experience must show 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience or 2 years of education above high school that include at least 12 semester hours in courses related to recreation. General experience is any type of work that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position. Specialized experience is experience at the NF-01 level (or equivalent) that is typically in or related to the work of this position. At the target level to determine order of referral qualified candidates will be evaluated in conjunction with the following KSA's: • Knowledge of pool safety rules • Knowledge of DOD, Don and CNIC policies • Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding the use of Aquatic facilities • Knowledge of cash handling procedures • 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 • Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed • Ability to exercise control over a large group of people • Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing Additional information Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications. All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews. Note: The NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) between Italy and the United States prohibits the hiring of any person who holds Italian citizenship and is considered a Dual National by the Italian Government into any U.S. position. Those U.S. citizens who are considered "ordinarily resident" in Italy are also ineligible for employment by U.S. commands and activities in Italy. Contractors and their family members are also ineligible if they do not have civilian component status. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required documents Required Documents Help The following documents are required at the time of application: • RESUME (UP TO TWO PAGES IN LENGTH) • American Red Cross Lifeguard or an equivalent certificate • Emergency First Responder or CPR/First Aid/AED Certificate • Overseas Residency Questionnaire (not required for Active Duty) • Family Member/Military Spouse Supplement (not required for Active Duty) • Copy of U.S. Government no-fee passport showing picture, passport number and expiration date (not required for Active Duty) • Copy of Italian Mission Visa (not required for Active Duty) • Copy of PCS Orders • Copy of Sojourner's Permit (or receipt of application) ( not required for Active Duty ) • If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage c