Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01

Summary

This position is located at. SFA – Aquatics Training Fort Irwin, CA

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For additional information review the PD. 24529 Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard)

Announcement will have cut-off-dates every Tuesday and/or announced until filled.

This job is open to

• The public

  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

• This is a training position for a certified Lifeguard. Works under close supervision wherein the work is closely reviewed/monitored and detailed guidance provided.
• Must participate in all required training (emergency rescue drills, emergency action plan simulations). Mandatory certifications must be complete within 30 calendar days of employment.
• Upon completion of mandatory certifications, the incumbent will be noncompetitively reassigned to Recreation Aid (Lifeguard), PD #3206, responsible for lifeguarding guest in attendance at an assigned aquatic facility.
• Training: Lifeguarding and First Aid (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e. Star Guard, YMCA, or ELLIS); American Red Cross “Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional;
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED); First Aid. For Water Parks upgrade the certification to: ‘Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid; CPR/PR/AED’ (American Red Cross)

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Failure to complete the required certification will result in removal from employment.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must have current health assessment that documents good physical health, and free from communicable disease IAW current Army Policy.
• Be able to obtain within 30 days and maintain the following certifications: Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED from a nationally recognized agency. All required certifications must be obtained within specified time and kept current.
• Continuous exposure to sun and prolonged periods of high temperature and humidity. In case of exposure to infectious disease, incumbent is required to obtain the Hepatitis B vaccination series within a 24-hour period.
• Lifeguard trainees must have good vision (corrected vision if necessary) while on duty to effectively recognize all emergencies, incidents and rule breaking.
• Incumbent is required to follow environmental safeguards and wear personal protective equipment. May be assigned to irregular duties or when needed for special recreational events and related requirements.
• Work hours may involve weekend, weekdays, holidays and night duty. Fifteen (15) year old lifeguard trainees must comply with the restriction of the DOL Child Labors Law (Jan 17, 2006).

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to swim and participate in the lifeguard certifications.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

As a recruitment incentive, we are offering Guaranteed workweek hours are 10, “FLEX” a $500 sign on bonus, and $1500 retention incentive.

**Note: A one-time signing bonus of $500 will be initiated upon the first full pay period and is for new employees only. A $500 retention incentive will be paid in one lump-sum payment after the first six months of continued employment and a $1,000 retention incentive will be paid in one lump-sum payment after the first twelve months of continued employment with DFMWR. To qualify for the retention incentives, the staff member must not have had any LMER actions during that time or currently pending.

Area of Consideration:

• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is WORLDWIDE. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Applications:

• If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 1200 PST (NOON) by 11/13/2023 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.

Allowances, Incentives, and PCS Costs:

• Allowances, differentials, or incentives may be paid.
• Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs ARE NOT AUTHORIZED, based on a determination that a PCS move IS NOT in the Government’s interest.

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• It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit.pdf ).

Other:

• Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
• Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
• Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.
• IAW AR 215-3, 2-5b (15), “Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a RFT or RPT position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of SEP entitlement for the current PCS of the sponsor.”
• 180-day Restriction for Military Retirees: Without a waiver, Military retirees are unable to be appointed to NAF positions for 180 days after their retirement date, as documented on their DD-214.
• Department of the Army Nonapropriated Fund Instrumentalities are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers.
• Department of the Army provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, notify the servicing CPAC NAF HRD. Requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

• NAF Preference – Involuntarily Separated From the Military
• NAF Preference – Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
• NAF Priority Consideration – Business Based Action
• NAF Priority Consideration – Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
• NAF Priority Consideration – Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
• NAF Priority Consideration – Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
• NAF Priority Consideration – Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
• NAF Priority Consideration – Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have – whether you’re a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you’re eligible under their policies.

  The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume

  The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Marriage Certificate for SEP Preference
  • PCS Orders
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript
• How to Apply

  You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

  1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12126659. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.
  2. Manually: Please refer to the “Additional Information” section of this announcement for instructions.

  Agency contact information

  Maria Bukenya

  Phone

  760-380-6227

  Email

  maria.g.bukenya.naf@army.mil

  Address

  ET-NAF-W4E6AA NATIONAL TRAINING CENTER AND FT IRWIN DO NOT MAIL Fort Irwin, CA 92310 US

  Next steps

  Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

• Resume

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Marriage Certificate for SEP Preference
• PCS Orders
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12126659. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.
2. Manually: Please refer to the “Additional Information” section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

Maria Bukenya

Phone

760-380-6227

Email

maria.g.bukenya.naf@army.mil

Address

ET-NAF-W4E6AA NATIONAL TRAINING CENTER AND FT IRWIN DO NOT MAIL Fort Irwin, CA 92310 US

Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request