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Basic Fundamental Support Instructor II Swim Testers / Lifeguard

Controlled Force

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

"CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT NOTICE: This position represents an ongoing contract requirement. We maintain an active candidate pool for immediate placement when vacancies occur. Qualified applicants will be promptly notified when opportunities become available. Please update your application status (add or remove yourself from consideration) as your employment interests change."

Position: Basic Security Fundamental Support Instructor II (Swim Testers/Lifeguards)

Location: Naval Technical Training Center – Lackland, JBSA-Lackland, TX (On-Site)

Overview: We seek highly skilled Security Fundamental Course – (Swim Tester/Lifeguard) Instructors to deliver specialized training in high-risk military courses. The role requires exceptional technical knowledge, military experience, and instructional expertise to prepare Navy personnel for tactical operations.

General Requirements:

  • Be a qualified instructor in accordance with the specific requirements identified in the following sections. Have 2 years of experience as an instructor delivering training.
  • Have knowledge of basic and advanced training techniques to include classroom management, Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs), and student motivation.
  • Have knowledge of computer technology application as it applies to instructional presentation.
  • Possess high personal standards of technical knowledge and professional competence in delivering training material.
  • Possess the ability to perform in a military environment.
  • Possess a familiarity with the organization and hierarchy of the U. S. Navy, military rank/grade structure.
  • Possess a knowledge of Navy and military terminology, and shipboard/installation environments and configurations.
  • Possess an excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to obtain a Favorable Tier 3 Background Investigation (See PWS Section 10).

Basic Qualifications:

  • Have attended the Navy Instructor Training Course (NITC) (A-012-0077) (or military service or civilian equivalent), or
  • Academic credentialing (teacher/professor), or
  • Instructor training via an academic institution. Academic ITC requirements should contain at a minimum 24-semester credit or quarter hours in the following:
    1. Effective communication and questioning techniques
    2. Adult learning theory and principles
    3. Instructional Delivery methods
    4. Lesson delivery performance laboratory
    5. Training environment management
    6. Inter-personal skills
    7. Evaluation and Feedback
  • Due to the rigorous and severe physical toll of high and moderate-risk training events, Instructors must be capable of performing all training evolutions to include all self-defense, tactical and dynamic maneuvers per the testing plan; including the ability to perform prolonged maneuvers effectively in the standing, kneeling and prone positions; ascend or descend ladders and go through narrow passageways; be free of any abnormal fear of heights and be able to quickly acclimate to extreme local environmental conditions (e.g., high heat, humidity).

Position Specific Requirements:

  • Conduct student pre-test administrative screening, coordinating with the NTTC Lackland administrative and medical staff. The Pre-screening Form (P1552/16) can be found in Appendix C of the Navy Swimming and Water Survival Instructor/Swim Tester’s Manual (CNET P1552/16).
    • Administer the Navy Second Class Swimmer test in accordance with Chapter 12 of CNET P1552/16 to designated students. This testing shall include (but is not limited to):
    • Conduct all poolside safety checks to ensure that the pool and surrounding facilities are safe to conduct the test. Ensure all safety equipment is present and in satisfactory working condition for the administration of the swim test. At a minimum, the facility must have a telephone with posted emergency numbers, and a backup method of communication.
    • Perform lifeguard duties during swim testing.
    • Grade students in accordance with Chapter 13 of CNET P1552/16.
    • Completer Record of Swim Qualification (Appendix G of CNET P1552/16)
    • Coordinate with NTTC Lackland Student Administrative Staff to document post-test results of successful/unsuccessful completion of the Second-Class Swim Test in Fleet Training Management and Planning System (FLTMPS) and in the member’s service record. Procedures to enter successful completion of the swim test into FLTMPS are provided in chapter 12 of the Navy Swim Manual (CNET P1552/16).
    • Interface with NTTC Lackland staff and/or USAF/Joint Base San Antonio Swimming Pool staff in coordinating/scheduling use of the swimming pool(s).
    • Assist the MA “A” Instructor staff in administering Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) instruction.
    • Assist in the delivery of MA “A” training in non-weapons modules after obtaining appropriate CUIT qualifications.
  • In addition to requirements listed, Swim Testers/Lifeguards/CPR instructors shall meet the additional following qualifications:
    • Possess Navy NEC 805A (Instructor) (or equivalency)
    • Possess one (or more) of the following qualifications:
    • Navy NEC 806A (9504) (Naval Aviation Water Survival Instructor); or
    • Navy NEC 808A (9510) (Navy Swimming and Water Survival Instructor); or
    • Completion of Navy Swim Tester Course (A-012-0015) (see note below)

NOTE: Per Navy Swimming and Water Survival Instructor’s Manual (NETC P1552/16), Swim Tester Certification for Navy NEC 806A (Naval Aviation Water Survival Instructor) as well as graduates of the Navy Swim Test Course, is current for a maximum of three years or the end of a tour, whichever comes first. Consequently, any candidate who qualifies based on either of these qualifications must attend the Navy Swim Tester Course (A-012-0015) before reporting to duty. It shall be the contractor’s responsibility to ensure the currency of this qualification. CENSECFOR will assist the contractor in obtaining quotas for the Navy Swim Tester Course (A-012-0015); however, any costs associated with obtaining this qualification shall be the responsibility of the contractor. Individuals who have earned the Navy NEC 808A (Navy Swimming and Water Survival Instructor) are not subject to the three-year qualification limitation.

  • Possess current certification as a lifeguard. Lifeguard certification requires one of the following:
  • Completion of one of the following courses of instruction:
    1. American Red Cross Lifeguard Training; or
    2. YMCA Lifeguard Training; or
    3. Ellis and Associates Water Park Training; or
  • Possession of one of the following military qualifications:
    1. Navy NEC 801A (Navy Rescue Swimmer – Surface)
    2. Navy NEC O26A (Special Warfare Operator (SEAL))
    3. Navy NEC 840A (Navy Scuba Diver)
    4. Navy NEC O50A (Special Warfare Boat Operator (SB) Candidate)
    5. Navy NEC O52A (Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewman (SWCC))
    6. Navy NEC G02A (Helicopter Search and Rescue Aircrew Swimmer)
    7. Navy NEC 806A (Aviation Water Survival Instructor)
    8. Navy NEC 808A (Basic Swimming and Water Survival Instructor)
    9. USMC MOS 0918 (Water Safety/Survival Instructor)
      • Possess current certification in Tier 2 Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
      • Possess current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
      • Possess current certification as a CPR Instructor Certification
  • Regardless of the method used to satisfy the training aspect of these qualifications, individuals whose CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard qualifications expire prior to the three-year limitation for Swim Testing shall be suspended from any swim testing duties until current certification is obtained.