About this role
Join us as our next Barber here in Oak Harbor, WA at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI) with the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM), in Oak Harbor, WA.
Why come to work for NEXCOM at NASWI?
While some may serve overseas for our country, we hold down the fort – we serve the men and women who wear the flag – America’s strength, America’s heart. We are here to guide them, and deliver our service members and their families the tools they need to do what they love to do. Here at the Navy Exchange in Oak Harbor, no two days will look the same.
o We are located on beautiful, family friendly Whidbey Island, which is accessible by driving over the stunning Deception Pass Bridge, or by ferry across the Puget Sound…you might even see a whale
o You can expect an unforgettable, dynamic, and competitive work environment.
o No booth rental required!
o No back bar/styling product costs!
o The Navy Exchange provides and maintains the stations, chairs, vacuums, drapes and smocks.
This is where YOU fit in: Navy Exchange Whidbey is in need of a Barber to answer the call; a team player who is dedicated to supporting our local Naval community, and operational successes on a day to day basis. You will provide hair care services to our Military patrons and their families. Your work will make an impact and support how our organization serves the best customer – our Military patrons and their families.
So, what does a typical day look like? What does it take to succeed?
o Provides barbering hair care services for clients which includes cutting various hair styles to suit clients and families.
o Carries out policy of courtesy and customer service.
The Qualifiers:
o Graduate of an accredited school of barber culture or cosmetology and possess a valid State License in Barbering or cosmetology.
o Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
o Physical effort requires continual use of both arms and legs. Includes frequent standing, reaching and lifting (seldom lift in excess of 5 pounds).
The Benefits begin DAY ONE:
We know you work hard, and cultivate the very best solutions for your family – and that’s why we offer a competitive federal wage & comprehensive benefit plan.
o Benefits begin on DAY ONE
ü Medical/Vision & Dental
ü 401(k) & Pension Plan
ü Life & Disability Insurance
ü Sick and annual leave accruals
ü Tuition reimbursement program
ü Continuity of Employment Programs for Military Spouses
ü Tax Free shopping, worldwide, at any Navy Exchange location
ü Access to on-base amenities, including lodging, bowling, gym, movie theaters, & much more (where available)!
ü Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Includes LifeMart Discount Savings Program
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides barbering hair care services for clients which include shampooing and conditioning cutting shaping sideburns nape of neck middle and top part of the head into various haircuts and styles to suit client shaves face styles mustache and beard. Massages neck face and scalp. Checks client s scalp and hair for visible disorders such as sores abrasions diseases which might interfere with requested barbering services. Consults with client on matters pertaining to their hair care needs.
- Maintains combs in solution and sanitizes equipment in chemical or physical agent. Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of designated work station and shop. Makes necessary preparations for shampoo and towels to be used to minimize delay of customer services.
- Makes minor repairs on equipment such as replacing switches plugs and cords etc.
- Operates cash register prepares hair care chits collects and accounts for cash received from clients balances daily sales using Salesperson s Daily Cash Report. Sells hair care products to clients and maintains Daily Appointment Book by name of client time and Stylist Barber assigned. May open and close shop. Assists with monthly inventory.
- Carries out policy of courtesy and customer service. Ensures 100 client satisfaction.
- Works under the general supervision of a designated supervisor. Carries out assignments with independence within prescribed policies and procedures exercises tact in dealing with clients. Work is reviewed in terms of quality of services provided and client satisfaction achieved. - Performs other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL EFFORT
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed inside a haircare facility with proper lighting sufficient plumbing and heating adequate aisle space strong water pressure plenty of hot water adequate electric power and outlets for appliances and apparatus. Incumbent is subject to the possibility of cuts burns strains and electric shock and is exposed to hair cuttings skin conditions common colds and communicable diseases. Is required to wear a smock wash hands thoroughly and frequently with soap and water sanitize barbering tools after each use.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT
Graduate of an accredited school of barber culture or cosmetology and possession of a valid State License in Barbering or cosmetology.
MEDICAL SCREENING REQUIREMENT
All barber shop and beauty shop employees including contract personnel must be medically screened and determined to be free of communicable diseases prior to initial assignment. Unless necessary for local reasons there is no requirement for periodic examinations. This screening examination may be performed by non-physician personnel. The employer will direct him or her to a medical clinic on base where they must be screened. Abnormal responses or findings must be further evaluated by a provider.
Other facts
About NEXCOM
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) Enterprise encompasses six business lines, boasting a workforce of more than 14,000 associates located around the globe. The command’s mission is to provide quality goods and services at a savings and support Navy quality of life programs for active duty military, retirees, reservists, veterans, Department of Defense civilians and families. The NEXCOM Enterprise is a non-appropriated fund instrumentality (NAFI) of the Department of Defense and the Department of the Navy. Therefore, most of NEXCOM’s expenses are paid with its earnings and not taxpayer dollars.
About Our Business Lines:
NEXCOM’s six business lines are: Navy Exchange (NEX), Ship Store Program, Uniform Program Management Office (UPMO), Telecommunications Program Office (TPO), Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) and NEXCOM Hospitality Group (NHG). Each business line provides the necessary support for the Navy’s warfighters and military families to remain ready and resilient.
As a Navy command, NEXCOM contributes to mission readiness by providing quality of life services to patrons no matter where they are stationed around the world.
Endless Opportunity:
While NEXCOM has different business lines, the majority of our employees work for NEX retail locations, Navy Hotel's or at NEXCOM’s Headquarters. Working for NEXCOM offers a diverse range of opportunities and career paths for upward mobility or transition through training and experience into a new field of work.
We welcome applicants from both the civilian and armed services communities. Please visit us at NEXCOMjobs.org to learn more about our enterprise and view the myriad of jobs available around the world!
What you'll do
- The Barber will provide hair care services to military patrons and their families, including cutting various hairstyles and ensuring customer satisfaction. Responsibilities also include maintaining cleanliness of the work station and equipment, operating the cash register, and consulting with clients on their hair care needs.
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