Supports daily program operations of the Avondale Aquatic Center including having specialized knowledge of coaching, mentoring, and training techniques related to swim teams, artistic swim teams, dive teams, junior lifeguard programs and/or water polo teams.
 
This position is temporary, typically lasting no longer than six (6) months in duration. The operational needs of the Avondale Aquatic Center will be frequently monitored to determine the duration of this assignment.
All candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug test. Successful completion of these processes is mandatory before an offer of employment is extended. Additionally, candidates for this position may be subject to participation in random drug testing.This position requires you to be at least 15 years of age by the time of hire. Organizes competitive matches and weekly in-service training for volunteers. 
Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.
Performs cash handling procedures such as collecting fees for programs, services, or commodities, and maintains applicable records. Opens and closes registers while documenting overages and shortages and prepares deposits for review. 
Monitors activities at a City-operated swimming pool to prevent accidents and to rescue swimmers in danger of drowning up to 12 feet of depth.
Completes reports associated with accidents and incidents, conducts water chemical/clarity checks, facility cleaning duties, removes debris from the pool and adjoining areas, and provides general pool information to patrons.
Rescues patrons in distress including approaching, and carrying people, which requires removal of patrons from the water who may weigh from 50 – 300 pounds.
Performs maintenance tasks which include sweeping the pool tile deck, removing debris from the pool and adjoining areas, and setting up and taking down folding chairs and tables.
Operate cash register by accurately handling cash and following prescribed cash handling experience procedures. 
Performs related duties as assignedA Valid Lifeguard Certification, Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for Professional Rescuer Certification, and Swim Lesson Instructor (SLI) Certification, or equivalent by date of hire.
At least three (3) months of experience as a lifeguard or as a participant in competitive swimming, artistic swimming, diving, or water polo.
Communicate effectively with staff and the public. Tactfully enforcing pool safety and educating the public on safe pool conduct. Act quickly in response to emergencies. Guide patrons of all ages participating in swimming and/or diving instruction. 
Learning job-related material and reviewing updated policies and procedures, guidelines, rules and regulations, and other operations-related articles.
Make simple accounting calculations. 
Ability to prepare, write, and edit professional documents related to the activities and operation of the aquatic center. 
This position has no supervisory or organizational control responsibilities. 
Uses judgment to determine if patrons are safely and properly conducting themselves. 
This position has no planning and management requirement or responsibilities. 
This position has no budgetary responsibilities.