Recreation Aid (Lifeguard)

Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Aquatics - Outdoor Recreation on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. Responsibilities Continuously observes swimming area to ensure safety of patrons. Ensures that the swimming area is open to patrons at the scheduled times and that authorized persons are only admitted to the area. Rescue swimmers in trouble, promptly administers first aid, and calls for medical assistance if and when needed. Warns swimmers of unsafe environmental or health conditions, ocean conditions of rough water or hazards, and recommends closing swimming areas until safe conditions prevail. When working at pools may operate water pumps and control chemical additives to ensure poolwater meets specified standards. Ensures that diving boards are inspected frequently for cracks or loose matting, and that necessary repairs are made. May perform other related or incidental duties as assigned for the daily operation of the swimmi...