A 35-40 hours per week job with Commander, Navy Installations Command in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It pays $30.00–$33.00 per hour (annualised at 2,087 hours) at grade NF-04. Applications close on Sep 25, 2026 — 8 days left.
- Working pattern
- On site
- Who can apply
- Open to the public
- Clearance
- Other
Main duties
- Assists in planning, and implementing a comprehensive, aquatics program, for active and retired military, authorized civilians, contractors, and dependents at multiple facilities.
- Program includes recreation swim, lap swim, water safety instruction, aquatic events, etc. Protects lives through aggressive prevention, preparedness, education, emergency medical, and rescue programs.
- Ensures all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to swimming pools and waterfronts are posted and observed.
- Performs water rescues and land rescues equal to the standard of training when an emergency is taking place (e.g. drowning, medical or trauma in the water, etc.).
Full details
About the role
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); JEB Little Creek-Fort Story in Virginia Beach, VA. Incumbent serves as a Program Manager in the Branch and assists with the oversight of the Aquatics Program at the installation.
NRMA JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, N921, Virginia Beach, VA
What you will do
- Assists in planning, and implementing a comprehensive, aquatics program, for active and retired military, authorized civilians, contractors, and dependents at multiple facilities.
- Program includes recreation swim, lap swim, water safety instruction, aquatic events, etc. Protects lives through aggressive prevention, preparedness, education, emergency medical, and rescue programs.
- Ensures all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to swimming pools and waterfronts are posted and observed.
- Performs water rescues and land rescues equal to the standard of training when an emergency is taking place (e.g. drowning, medical or trauma in the water, etc.).
- Manages respiratory, cardiac and first aid emergencies to include performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bag-valve-mask (BVM) resuscitation, or automatic external defibrillation (AED).
- Manages the use and maintenance of emergency equipment such as specialized kits and rescue bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, and monitoring equipment.
- Develops and oversees emergency medical and rescue training, public education and other related educational and functional duties.
- Teaches various swimming skills and basic diving for all age groups.
- Prepares material for classes being taught.
- Ensures the safety of all patrons in the class.
- Ensures all maintenance work, water chemical testing, pool vacuuming, filtration, and equipment are within the scope required by preventative medicine standards.
- Serves as the subject matter expert on aquatics for the installation.
- Program Management and Administration (includes but not limited to): Plans and coordinates the details of recurring and non-recurring activities, special events and joint community undertakings within the assigned program(s) to make maximum use of resources, consistent with military mission and with the principles of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program development.
- Assists the Fitness Program Director in periodically updating the departmental strategic plan and reports.
- Assists in projecting income derived from fees and charges.
- Monitors inventories, cost controls, patron counts and maintains related records and reports.
- Seeks ways to directly connect departmental plans to current CNIC, MWR priorities including recruitment and retention.
- Coordinates program efforts with other Fitness Division team members.
- Works closely with other MWR departmental personnel in regards to scheduling, supervision, and facility guidelines.
- Identifies installation and MWR target groups with whom special programs may be cosponsored.
- Assists in developing and maintaining a comprehensive publicity and marketing plan to include public relation duties (e.g., preparing and distributing flyers, press releases, brochures, etc.).
- Arranges for equipment, supplies and services needed to accomplish scheduled programs and makes recommendations for improvements.
- Ensures programs, operations, and use of equipment are conducted within all prescribed sanitation, and health and safety regulations, standards, and guidelines.
- Assists in implementing an effective written safety/risk management plan and procedures for emergency care for participants; schedules training/certification classes in First Aid/CPR training for appropriate personnel.
- Conducts regular safety inspections of the facilities, and reports concerns to the immediate supervisor.
- Prepares training manuals/material, operating manuals, and conducts staff meetings and training.
- Schedules recreation facilities and supervises condition of facilities.
- Provides clerical support, program registration, answers telephones, and maintains correspondence with other divisions or agencies; responds to public inquiries about the facility. ?
- Assists with reservations, contracts, and access list for various fitness, sports, and aquatics facilities.
- Supervisory duties comprise 25% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to: Directs work to be accomplished by staff.
- Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.
- Conducts annual performance reviews of staff.
- Participates in section staffing decisions.
- Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.
- Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary.
- Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understand and adhere to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable.
- Directly supervises assigned staff.
Education
The Aquatics Program Manager is a supervisory position responsible for development and oversight of aquatics programming.
While elements (a) through (c) are preferred, a combination of two of these elements may sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as program director: all transcripts and certificates must be uploaded at time of application for credit! a) a four-year degree in recreation or a related field; (transcripts must be uploaded for credit) b) instructor certification as a lifeguard, water safety instructor and International Life Saving Federation or Red Cross Waterfront (waterfront only) certification in accordance with MWR policy; and c) at least three years of experience in the industry.
Incumbent must possess and maintain within 90 days: International Life Saving Federation or Red Cross Waterfront CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Emergency Response through the American Red Cross or equivalent The following certifications are preferred: Lifeguard Instructor Water Safety Instructor Certified Pool Operator American Red Cross Small Craft Safety Training
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, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume 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. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
Documents you must provide
- Federal Resumes are limited to 2 pages in length.
- Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable 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 NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.
- Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required.
- All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major).
- If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.
- Altered transcripts will not be accepted.
- 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.
- Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.
- Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.
- This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive: Vendors Dependents aged 18 and older Service Providers Veterans with service-connected disabilities Contractors Visitors (includes visitors in same vehicle with CAC holder) Transportation services (taxi, limo, ride share) Agent, Assist, Aid, Care Giver Letters Au Pairs, Child Care Providers
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
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. 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. Some positions have special requirements.
Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check.
Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct. 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. Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.
In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents.
Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3).
If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. ***
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