Recreational Assistant (Lifeguard) Job in Nassau, New York US

Recreational Assistant (Lifeguard)

Experience your America and build a fulfilling career by joining the National Park Service. Become a part of our mission to unite our past, our cultures and our special places, to establish important connections to the present and build a rich and lasting legacy for future generations. For more information about the National Park Service, click Fire Island National Seashore . WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Open to all qualified U.S. citizens. You do not have to be a current or former government employee to be considered for this position. This recruitment will be used to fill seasonal appointments. A few positions will be filled as full time (40 hours per week) and a few will be filled as part time (32 hours per week). These appointments are not to exceed 1039 hours in a twelve month period, although positions may be terminated sooner or extended depending on management needs. Travel, transportation and relocation expenses will not be paid. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. Please go to the top right side of this announcement and click "Print Preview to view and/or print the entire announcement. You are encouraged to read the announcement before you submit your application package. Your application may not get full consideration if you do not follow the instructions as outlined in the announcement. Your completed application and all supporting documents (Resume, transcripts, DD-214, SF-15, VA Letter, etc.) must be received by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday, April 03, 2012. KEY REQUIREMENTS U.S. Citizenship Required Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Must be 16 years of age by the effective date of appointment Must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result Nationally recognized Lifeguarding Certificate, is required Must pass National Park Service Swim Test DUTIES: Back to top Fire Island National Seashore Lifeguards are responsible for lifeguarding three beaches: Watch Hill, Talisman and Sailors Haven. Lifeguards maintain a constant watch over assigned beach and water to prevent accidents and water oriented emergencies. They respond to emergencies on land and in the water. Lifeguards enforce beach regulations and assist park visitors with first aid and provide accurate information. Lifeguards are responsible for opening and closing the beaches each day which includes continuous cleanup of the beaches, changing rooms and vehicles. They are required to perform a beach count twice a day, keep a daily beach log and write reports when needed. Lifeguards are responsible for maintaining all rescue equipment in a safe and ready condition. During the summer lifeguards are required to participate in a skills and fitness training program working on lifeguard skills and keeping certifications up to date. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires tremendous physical exertion when making rescues. Entire day must be spent outside in bright sun around highly reflective surfaces. Incumbent must be able to swim long distances in open surf. He/she is expected to run in sand and maintain endurance to cope with saving a human life in strong ocean currents. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environment is an ocean. Extremes in temperature are common. Ambient air temperatures of 100 degrees F are recorded every summer and surf temperatures can be as low as 48 degrees F. Almost all work is performed on the beach during the summer, sometimes during inclement weather. AREA INFORMATION/HOUSING INFORMATION: Fire Island National Seashore is located 5-7 miles south of Long Island, New York. It is comprised of about 19,000 acres along 26 miles of ocean and bay shoreline including islands within the Great South Bay. The Fire Island National Seashore has 17 communities within its boundary along with 2 NPS marinas and campgrounds operated by a concessionaire. Transportation in the summer between the island and the mainland is by public ferry or private boat. Because it is accessible only by water in summer, it could be considered a remote duty station. Of note, Fire Island contains the only federally designated wilderness area in New York State. Employee housing is available on a seasonal basis on Fire Island but is not required. The area of New York is a high cost location. All of the amenities one would expect to find in a suburban area are available on the mainland of Long Island, including access to medical facilities, shopping and an abundance of recreational activities and opportunities including access to some of the world's best beaches, surfing, fishing, boating, hiking and other related water activities. The park is approximately 55 miles east of New York City. Park headquarters are located on the mainland in the Village of Patchogue on the Great South Bay. Patchogue has a vibrant downtown area that includes a performing arts theater, music amphitheater, specialty shops, pubs and dining establishments. During the summer season, special events in the area include street festivals, off-shore power boat racing, the Pathogen River Festival and the Great South Bay Music Festival. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement, Tuesday, April 03, 2012. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sectors. QUALIFICATIONS : To be eligible for this position, you must possess the qualifying specialized experience and/or education as well as selective factors as described in the occupational/assessment questionnaire and as outlined below. The position of Recreational Assistant (Lifeguard), requires 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience or 2 years of education above the high school level with at least 12 semester hours in courses related to recreation (e.g. basic psychology, group dynamics, physical education, arts and crafts, etc.). General experience is experience in clerical or other fields that include work such as dealing with the public, maintaining supplies/equipment and following oral and or written instructions. Specialized Experience is experience which is in the occupation to be filled, in a related occupation, or in one of the specialized areas within that occupation which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower grade in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Some examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to, working as a counselor, or similar work in public and private recreation programs for adults or children such as summer camps, local playgrounds, YWCA and YMCA clubs, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, urban community centers, or resort recreational activities; summer aid in a state or national park with duties related to the recreational activities of visitors to campsites, trails, picnic areas, nature and raft centers, and boating and fishing areas (e.g., demonstrating camping techniques and park safety, conducting nature tours); teacher's aide in elementary school recreation or physical education programs with emphasis on development of water assists and rescues; enforcing beach regulations, etc. Selective Factor: Selectee must possess a nationally recognized Lifeguard Certification, Fir Aid Certificate and CPR Certification. Certification must be from a nationally recognized organization such as the American Red Cross, the YMCA, American Heart Association and United States Lifeguard Association. Education To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Applicants can verify accreditation HERE Transcripts do not