Hybrid Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) na Department of the Navy

Recreation Aid (Lifeguard)

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Sigonella Sicily, Italy

Salary Range: $15 - $15 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is located at NAS Sigonella, Aquatics Section, Fitness Branch, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department. The primary function of the incumbent is to perform lifeguard duties, responsible for safeguarding the lives of persons using the respective swimming pool to which assigned.

Major Duties:

• Rescues swimmers and administers first aid as required. Performs work in the swimming program, including instruction in various swimming skills and styles and basic diving for various age groups. Provides information to swimmers regarding safety rules and procedures. Checks identification to ensure that only authorized patrons are utilizing the facility. Ensures that all patrons and guests sign the attendance log. Observes activities of patrons in the pool area to ensure that safety rules are followed. Assists in maintaining pool and area clean and free from any hazards. This includes vacuuming, sweeping and hosing deck, cleaning chairs, emptying trash, keeping guard shacks clean, washing windows, washing slide, picking up trash around perimeter and general cleanliness of pool. Collects fees, makes change and completes appropriate forms. Reports problems to appropriate personnel. Maintains records, reports and information regarding the following: hourly patron attendance water chemistry, daily weather conditions and incidents. Performs water chemistry according to established schedule and informs Public Works and Pool Manager if levels are not acceptable. Ensures that all equipment is in working order and ready for immediate use. Appropriate personnel must be notified immediately if equipment is not within working standards. Is responsible for all duties listed in the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). Is responsible to attend all in-service trainings. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Current certification as an American Red Cross Lifeguard or an equivalent certificate. Emergency First Responder or CPR/First Aid/AED Certification.

How to Apply: To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant. To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status. DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to 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. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.

Application Deadline: 2025-09-30