Recreation Assistant (Ski Patrol) NF-03

Summary

This position is located at the Victor Constant Ski Area, Army Community Recreation Division at West Point Outdoor Recreation Department. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid. Area of Consideration This job is open to US Citizens and Non-Citizens residing within a 75-mile radius of West Point, NY. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Duties

• Responsible for all mountain safety activities such as opening and closing trails, removing, reporting and marking hazards and reporting trail conditions.
• Performs trail checks, responds to accidents, provides emergency medical care necessary to pass the patient to the next level of care, assists with mountain rescue including lift evacuation and transport.
• Ensure first aid supplies and equipment are maintained and available at all times. Efficiently and safely provide direct patient care; including determining the nature of injury, equipment needed for stabilization and transport.
• Ensures patrons are authorized users of the facility. Ensures that patrons comply with applicable ski patrol rules and standards. Maintains assigned area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Assess and mitigate hazards and safety concerns within the ski area while maintaining ski area signs, ropes and padding. Ensures compliance with fire, safety and security standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: 1. Must be able to ski/snowboard at an advanced level to perform a mountain rescue and transport on the most difficult terrain. 2. Must have experience that demonstrates a comprehensive practical knowledge of all facets of ski patrolling. 3. Must possess good written and verbal communication skills. 4. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. The above experience must be reflected on your resume to be considered eligible for this position. In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified": 1. Possession of, and ability to maintain a First Aid certification from the American Red Cross or other nationally recognized equivalent. Proof of certification will be required prior to appointment. Applicants meeting the Highly Preferred criteria will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection.