What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEAD LIFEGUARD SEASONAL NF2 position at Marine Corps Community Services?
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps.
This position is located at MCAS YUMA, AZ. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a LEAD LIFEGUARD SEASONAL.
Major Duties
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Serves primarily as a lead lifeguard, with responsibility for assisting the Aquatics Center management with observing swimming programs to include but not limited to; life guarding, First Aid, CPR, and monitoring pool safety training and equipment. This position reports to and receives work assignments from Aquatics Center management. Oversees tasks assigned to the lifeguards by Aquatics Center management and ensures accomplishment.
Ensures all water safety rules are observed by swimmers, utilizing a good knowledge of all aspects of water safety. Observes swimming and ensures all participants are accounted for at all times. Collects usage fees and checks ID cards.
Acts as a lifeguard performing rescue work and renders emergency first aid until qualified medical assistance arrives. Ensures the safety of both lifeguard and facility patrons ensuring that fire, safety, and security conditions are maintained for the facilities. Completes appropriate accidents reports and other required reports.
Checks the chemical balance of pool. Performs necessary maintenance work required for sanitation, cleanliness and neatness of the pool areas.
Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Acknowledges customers, smiles and makes eye contact. Asks questions to determine, verify and solve problems. Checks for satisfaction on the quality of goods and services. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.
Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment, and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.
Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
Work involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of pool/waterfront activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must be at least 16 years of age, be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year
under a formal student employment program (work study), OR a high school graduate. (Valid documentation will be required upon hire.)
2. Prior to employment, must possess American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR-PR certification, Oxygen, AED certification and Medical Surveillance Qualifications.
3. Must be able to accommodate flexible work schedule to include weekends, holidays, and night time.
4. Must be able to perform prolonged standing and walking, heavy lifting and carrying objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
1. Previous experience in the aquatics or other recreational fields.
2. Have a strong command of English language to include oral and written skills.
3. Knowledge in operating Microsoft Programs such as Word, Excel, etc.
4. Ability to exercise sound judgment decisions in the performance of day-to-day duties and handle difficult situations maturely and professionally even when personally criticized.
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
STEP 1 - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY)
A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, as an attachment to your profile under ¿My Job Applications¿ https://careers.usmc-mccs.org to be considered. Applications received without college transcripts (if using education) will be ineligible for consideration.
STEP 2 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under ¿My Job Applications¿https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
STEP 3 ¿ Military Spousal Preference may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions. Spouses must meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job announcement. Spouse preference eligibility begins 30 days before the military sponsor¿s reporting date to the new duty location. Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until converted or hired into a regular full-time or part-time position or is within a 60 day period of receiving new PCS Orders. Military spouses shall receive MSP for each PCS move until such time as they accept or decline a continuing position.
Please see below to ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility. Documents will need to be uploaded as an attachment(s) to your profile under ¿My Job Applications¿ https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
Required Documents
Furnish a copy of the PCS order identifying a spouse¿s authorized move and the sponsor¿s reporting date to the new duty location. If the spouse is not listed on the PCS orders, the spouse must provide documentation (i.e. marriage certificate, valid military ID, etc.) verifying marriage prior to PCS orders (must have been married to the military sponsor before relocation to the new duty station).
Submit a current application or resume.
For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility.
STEP 4 - If applicable, upload a copy of your *Transition Assistance form and copy of ID card with ¿TA¿ stamped on front of card as an attachment to your profile under ¿My Job Applications¿ https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
Transition Assistance Program: (May be requested for positions graded NF-3 below or equivalent) Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must upload all documents listed above in Step 4.
Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.
NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.
Closing Statement
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
This position is located at MCAS YUMA, AZ. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a LEAD LIFEGUARD SEASONAL.
Major Duties
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Serves primarily as a lead lifeguard, with responsibility for assisting the Aquatics Center management with observing swimming programs to include but not limited to; life guarding, First Aid, CPR, and monitoring pool safety training and equipment. This position reports to and receives work assignments from Aquatics Center management. Oversees tasks assigned to the lifeguards by Aquatics Center management and ensures accomplishment.
Ensures all water safety rules are observed by swimmers, utilizing a good knowledge of all aspects of water safety. Observes swimming and ensures all participants are accounted for at all times. Collects usage fees and checks ID cards.
Acts as a lifeguard performing rescue work and renders emergency first aid until qualified medical assistance arrives. Ensures the safety of both lifeguard and facility patrons ensuring that fire, safety, and security conditions are maintained for the facilities. Completes appropriate accidents reports and other required reports.
Checks the chemical balance of pool. Performs necessary maintenance work required for sanitation, cleanliness and neatness of the pool areas.
Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Acknowledges customers, smiles and makes eye contact. Asks questions to determine, verify and solve problems. Checks for satisfaction on the quality of goods and services. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.
Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment, and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.
Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
Work involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of pool/waterfront activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must be at least 16 years of age, be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year
under a formal student employment program (work study), OR a high school graduate. (Valid documentation will be required upon hire.)
2. Prior to employment, must possess American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR-PR certification, Oxygen, AED certification and Medical Surveillance Qualifications.
3. Must be able to accommodate flexible work schedule to include weekends, holidays, and night time.
4. Must be able to perform prolonged standing and walking, heavy lifting and carrying objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
1. Previous experience in the aquatics or other recreational fields.
2. Have a strong command of English language to include oral and written skills.
3. Knowledge in operating Microsoft Programs such as Word, Excel, etc.
4. Ability to exercise sound judgment decisions in the performance of day-to-day duties and handle difficult situations maturely and professionally even when personally criticized.
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
STEP 1 - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY)
A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, as an attachment to your profile under ¿My Job Applications¿ https://careers.usmc-mccs.org to be considered. Applications received without college transcripts (if using education) will be ineligible for consideration.
STEP 2 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under ¿My Job Applications¿https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
STEP 3 ¿ Military Spousal Preference may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions. Spouses must meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job announcement. Spouse preference eligibility begins 30 days before the military sponsor¿s reporting date to the new duty location. Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until converted or hired into a regular full-time or part-time position or is within a 60 day period of receiving new PCS Orders. Military spouses shall receive MSP for each PCS move until such time as they accept or decline a continuing position.
Please see below to ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility. Documents will need to be uploaded as an attachment(s) to your profile under ¿My Job Applications¿ https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
Required Documents
Furnish a copy of the PCS order identifying a spouse¿s authorized move and the sponsor¿s reporting date to the new duty location. If the spouse is not listed on the PCS orders, the spouse must provide documentation (i.e. marriage certificate, valid military ID, etc.) verifying marriage prior to PCS orders (must have been married to the military sponsor before relocation to the new duty station).
Submit a current application or resume.
For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility.
STEP 4 - If applicable, upload a copy of your *Transition Assistance form and copy of ID card with ¿TA¿ stamped on front of card as an attachment to your profile under ¿My Job Applications¿ https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
Transition Assistance Program: (May be requested for positions graded NF-3 below or equivalent) Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must upload all documents listed above in Step 4.
Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.
NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.
Closing Statement
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
- Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
- If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
