Barber/Beautician #25-031

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescriptionWe are looking for stylists who will thrive in a high-volume salon which is located on the beautiful grounds of the United States Naval Academy. Help us keep our Midshipmen looking their best!

Looking for candidates with daytime availability for 3+ days a week to include Fridays, 8-hour shifts. Must have the ability to perform beautician and barber duties.

Job Description:

The incumbent works on a rotation basis as needed, in the Barber and Beauty Shop of the Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD). The incumbent prepares, conditions and cuts the hair of male and female midshipmen, and other authorized patrons of the Naval Academy.


Key ResponsibilitiesWhile maintaining a high level of professionalism, the Barber Beautician shampoos, styles, shapes, waves, straightens, cuts and curls patron’s hair when working the Beauty Shop. Cuts and shapes the hair into various cuts and styles to suit the patron. Performs scalp treatments as requested when working in the Barbershop. Works on straight, wavy, curly or kinky hair and develops a style that is appropriate and becoming to the individual. Checks condition of skin, scalp and hair of the patron for disorders such as sores, abrasions, diseases and so forth, which may interfere with the requested service or which may require medical attention.

Keeps working areas of the Barber/Beauty Shop clean and maintains tools and equipment in a sterilized and sanitary condition. Prepares needed tools and accessories so they are available when the patron arrives. Operates an automatic washer/dryer.

The incumbent is required to maintain a minimum pace of one haircut every fifteen minutes when cutting men’s hair and one every forty-five minutes when cutting women’s hair. The work requires the continual use of arms, hands and set of fingers and thumb to be manipulated with great dexterity. Incumbent is also required to stand, sit, bend, reach and lift light items.




Skills, Knowledge and Expertise1. Incumbent must have completed an approved Cosmetology or Beautician or Barber school and maintain a valid Cosmetology or Beautician or Barber license in the State of Maryland; or have two years of Beautician/Barber experience with the ability to obtain a valid license.2. Incumbent must have the ability to do the work of a Beautician/Barber on all types/textures of hair, including military hairstyles.3. Incumbent must have experience in performing protective hairstyles (braiding) and hair care treatments.4. Incumbent must have the ability to perform basic updos.