Aquatics Coordinator, Nf-03/Rft, Camp Courtney & Camp Mctureous

NONAPPROPRIATED FUND POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  SUPERVISORY RECREATION SPECIALIST 
POSITION TITLE: AQUATICS COODINATOR  
SPD NUMBER: 080115
FLSA:                         Exempt
JOB SERIES: 0188                                             PAY LEVEL:    NF-03     

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Assists in the operations of a comprehensive recreational and military aquatics program. Provides input for budgets. Assists in emergency medical and rescue training, public education and other related educational and functional duties. Assists in the training of lifeguards and recreational swimming classes. Assists in the amphibious training and coaching of service members to include tactical strength and conditioning on land and stroke development in the water.

Protects patrons from hazardous conditions by ensuring rules and regulations are enforced. Protects lives through aggressive prevention, preparedness, education, emergency medical, and rescue programs. Ensures all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to swimming pools observed. Performs water and land rescues equal to the standard of training when an emergency is taking place (e.g. drowning, medical or trauma in the water). Manages respiratory and cardiac emergencies to include performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bag-valve-mask resuscitation, or automatic external defibrillation (AED). Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment such as specialized kits and rescue bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, oxygen delivery systems, and monitoring equipment. Controls external bleeding with direct pressure and treats shock. Splints and immobilizes fractures and dislocations for transport. Attempts to ascertain whether the patron has preexisting medical problems and to obtain critical medical history information from the patron.

Responsible for the supervision and safety of the aquatics staff. Aids employees with suggestions, complaints, and other personnel matters. Informs subordinates of new methods of accomplishing assignments. Conducts screening of prospective staff. Supervises grades NF-01 through NF-03 (and equivalent) staff to include: assigning and distributing work, coaching, counseling, training and mentoring employees; approving and disapproving leave; recommending and completing personnel actions; completing performance reviews. Must be alert to alcohol abuse and substance, and take appropriate action. Assists in ensuring all personnel are properly trained and maintain appropriate professional certifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above; OR two years of practical experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge of aquatics management, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above.  
2. A minimum of one year of supervisory experience. 
3. Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age.
4. Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.  
5. Ability to use and perform maintenance of pool equipment. 
6. Understanding of and the ability to enforce rigid safety regulations to ensure maximum protection of swimmers. 
7. Must have the ability to use equipment to take pool readings. 
8. Must be able to pass an initial and recurrent physical ability test. 
9. Must have a current driver's license.

Training and Certification Required:

• Current nationally recognized certification: Lifeguard training, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent, Standard First Aid or equivalent. 
• Current nationally recognized certification as a Water Safety Instructor or equivalent. 
• Current nationally recognized certification as a Lifeguard Instructor or equivalent. 
• Ability to obtain an Instructor Trainer certification or equivalent
• Current NSCA Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire 

This activity is a Drug-free workplace.  The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated.  Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.