Supervisory Recreation Specialist – Aquatics
- Location:
- Texas, Naval Air Station/JRB Fort Worth
- Requires Relocation:
- Yes
- Start Date:
- 01/10/2025
- End Date:
- 14/12/2025
- Offering Type:
- Permanent
- Hiring Paths:
- The public
- Service Type:
- Competitive
- Travel Percentage:
- Not required
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Job summary
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness Division, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Department, Naval Air Station JRB Fort Worth, TX. Incumbent serves as a Supervisory Recreation Specialist and Aquatics Coordinator responsible for the supervision and coordination of operation of pools. The purpose of this position is to ensure that all aquatics programs and activities operate efficiently and safely according to rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures.
Major duties
Oversees the operation of one indoor pool, along with all associated aquatics programs including swim lessons, parties, special events, camps, swim team, swim meets, PRT, and all related activities. Reviews patron usage and assesses program needs. Researches and recommends additions and/or changes to current programming providing data to substantiate. Ensures all aquatics programs are suited to site patronage and within facility limitations while meeting all time and financial constraints. Responsible for running a well-rounded and comprehensive aquatics program for Active-Duty, Active-Duty family members, Retirees, Retiree family members, and DoD Civilians. Oversees the maintenance of one indoor pool facility, pump house and equipment in support of the aquatics program. Keeps accurate maintenance records and ensures proper water chemistry is always maintained by consistently monitoring. Maintains internal controls over all aquatic's facilities, equipment, vehicles, supplies, and fees. Administers all safety programs related to an aquatic operation and maintains a safe and healthful environment for all patrons and aquatics personnel. Assists in the preparation and administration of the annual aquatics budget. Prepares all necessary paperwork and documentation used in the purchase of supplies and equipment in support of the aquatic's operation. Supervision shall include, but is not limited to the following duties: Oversees the day-to-day operation of the one indoor pool program, and staff, on a seasonal and year-round capacity. Ensures that all lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors (WSI) maintain up-to-date required training certifications as required by their position and can execute emergency action plans for their area of responsibility. Administers written and practical water safety tests to ensure the qualifications of lifeguards and instructors assigned to the swimming pool and beaches are met. Staff during the summer aquatics season: 3 water safety instructors 3-4 recreation aids Recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation, training and evaluating performance. Incumbent counsels, issues basic disciplinary actions, recommends awards and approves leave. Responsible for the operation of the swimming lesson program to include: Planning and implementation Ensuring compliance with American Red Cross standards Maintaining records Reporting data to the Red Cross Monitors the handling of funds and ensures that the DAR's are properly submitted. Perform lifeguarding duties. Conducts Red Cross CPR/AED, and first aid training for all MWR Fort Worth Fitness, Sports and Aquatics Division staff as required. Assist in other Fitness, Sports, and Aquatics Division events as well as MWR Fort Worth events as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualification
In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Minimum qualifying certifications: One from this list: American Red Cross Lifeguard YMCA Lifeguard certification U.S. Navy Rescue Swimmer School (Surface) U.S. Navy Rescue Swimmer School (Aviation) U.S. Navy Basic Underwater Dive School One from this list: American Red Cross CRP for the Professional Rescuer YMCA CPR/AED U.S. Navy Rescue Swimmer School (Surface) U.S. Navy Rescue Swimmer School (Aviation) U.S. Navy Basic Underwater Dive School Preferred Certifications: Minimum qualification plus: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard YMCA Lifeguard Instructor YMCA Waterfront Lifeguard U.S. Navy Rescue Swimmer Instructor U.S. Navy Basic Underwater Dive School Instructor You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. As of May 7, 2025, The REAL ID act requires visitors to have a REAL ID or passport to access to Government Facilities. This will be a requirement for employment. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.
Education
Knowledge gained through the successful completion of a baccalaureate program with a major study appropriate to the field of aquatics recreation OR at least three years of experience that shows a demonstrated knowledge of the techniques, principles, and methods utilized in the operation of a pool and/or ocean-front (beach) area aquatics operation. Incumbent must have had at least three years of experience at the Lead Lifeguard or Lifeguard Captain Level.
Evaluations
Your experience is subject to evaluation and verification against the information in your resume. The numeric rating you receive is a self-assessment only and is based on your responses to the questionnaire. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. If a determination is made that you rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, or if your resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or may be considered ineligible. 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, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews. Applicants that apply between Friday, October 17, 2025, 00:01 am CST and Monday, Oct 20, 2025, by 11:59 CST will be given first referral consideration. Those scored highly qualified will be sent to the hiring official for consideration. Applicants that apply between Friday, Oct 31, 2025, 00:01 am CST and Monday, Nov 03, 2025, by 11:59pm CST will be given second referral consideration. Those scored highly qualified will be sent to the hiring official for consideration. Applicants that apply between Friday, Nov 21, 2025, 00:01 am CST and Monday, Nov 24, 2025, by 11:59pm CST will be given third referral consideration. Those scored highly qualified will be sent to the hiring official for consideration. Applicants that apply between Sunday, Nov 30, 2025, 00:01 am CST and Monday, Dec 01, 2025, by 11:59pm CST will be given last referral consideration. Those scored highly qualified will be sent to the hiring official for consideration. If all positions are filled before the closing date of this announcement, candidates will be notified accordingly as they will not be referred for The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the noted close dates in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section