This position is assigned to all pools located on Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam (JBPHH), Morale, Welfare and Recreation. The purpose of this position is to instruct and teach various swimming skills, styles, and basic diving to various age groups. Ensures all water safety rules are observed by swimmers, utilizing a good knowledge of all aspects of water safety. Observes swimmers and ensures all participants are accounted for at all times.
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate must possess: Water Safety Instructor (WST), CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Life Guarding certificates which all must be current. Must have one to two years of related experience. Dexterity to handle, a person in the water who may panic or be unconscious. Understanding of and ability to enforce rigid safety regulations to ensure maximum protection of swimmers. Ability to use equipment to take pool and environmental readings. National and state background checks are required for positions that involve working with youth programs. Must be able to obtain within one-year of employment Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification
Major Duties and Responsibilities A. Responsible for instructing and teaching various swimming skills, styles, and basic diving to- various age groups. Ensures all water safety rules are observed by swimmers, utilizing a good knowledge of all aspects of water safety observes swimmers and ensures all participants are accounted for at all times. B. Prepares materials for presentation and explaining. May lead the work of other lifeguards May act as a pool lifeguard performing rescue work. When necessary, renders emergency first aid until qualified medical assistance arrives. Completes appropriate accident reports and other required reports. C. Checks the chemical balance of pool water and applies disinfectant to showers, floors, and decks, as required. Performs necessary maintenance work required for sanitation, cleanliness and neatness of the pool areas. May collect usage fees and check I.D. cards, as required. D. Performs other related duties as assigned.