Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) - Flexible

About the role

This position is located at NAS Sigonella, Aquatics Section, Fitness Branch, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department. The primary purpose of this position is to act as pool lifeguard and swimming instructor.

What you will do

• Incumbent performs work within the swimming program including instruction in various swimming skills and styles and basic diving for various age groups.
• Ensures that swimmers observe all water safety rules.
• Performs rescue work and when necessary renders emergency first aid until such time as a qualified doctor is present.
• Completes appropriate accident reports.
• Incumbent is responsible for the safety of all swimmers by ensuring everyone is accounted for.
• Checks identification and ensures that only authorized patrons utilize the facility.
• Performs necessary maintenance work required for sanitation and cleanliness of the pool and pool area.
• Ensures that all paperwork/course records are completed and turned into Red Cross promptly after course completion.
• Teaches classes by using appropriate equipment and is responsible for its proper storage.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

If you wish to use education as a substitution for experience, or a combination of education and experience, attach a copy of college transcripts, certificates or other acceptable evidence when applying in order to receive credit. Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered.

Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

How you will be evaluated

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.

Documents you must provide

• The following documents are required at the time of application: RESUME (UP TO TWO PAGES IN LENGTH) American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (or equivalent), Lifeguard Training, First Aid and CPR Certificate Overseas Residency Questionnaire (not required for Active Duty) Family Member/Military Spouse Supplement (not required for Active Duty) Proof of education: provide a copy of your college transcript(s) or copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent 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) Proof of Registration with the Selective Service System if male candidates born after December 31, 1959, and at least 18 years of age.
• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

What to expect next

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.

Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement.

Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

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.