RATE OF PAY: $15.75 per hour
MINIMUM AGE: 17 years
THOSE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY:
Lifeguards who have satisfactorily completed at least two seasons of service at an Outdoor pool facility or at least six months at an Indoor pool facility.
 
PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT:
Seasonal from June to early September. Employee works 5-6 days per week (30 - 50 hours per week). Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to work flexible hours. Other than scheduled days off, requests are granted only if a qualified worker can substitute for the employee. Must work weekends. Do not plan on taking an extended vacation.
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The employee in this position will also act as a Head Lifeguard in the absence of the Head Lifeguard. Position may also teach swimming lessons at a municipal pool. The employee teaches the fundamentals of swimming to infant, toddler, beginner, intermediate, and advanced swimmers, and performs lifeguard duties after morning swim lessons. This work may also require assisting in teaching a lifeguard training course, or coaching a synchronized or competitive swim team. This employee works as a lifeguard in the afternoons, evenings and on weekends.
 
 PLEASE NOTE: Employee may be reassigned to a different location without prior notice.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Functions essential to attaining job objectives):

• Follows all employee and pool rules and regulations.
• Teaches swimming fundamentals to infants up to adults.
• Completes paperwork in a timely manner.
• Cleans locker rooms and showers daily.
• Handles chemical cleaning substances.
• Inspects swimmers for cleanliness before they enter the pool.
• May coach synchronized or competitive swim teams.
• Performs lifeguard duties after lessons.
• Wears required uniform.
• Operates the filter system and chemical feeder, monitors chemical readings and balances water level.
• Maintains grounds area (cutting grass, picking up paper), equipment and tool repairs and vacuums the pool.
• Completes required reports neatly and in a timely fashion.
• Possesses some knowledge of swimming pool operations.
• Possesses ability to communicate effectively
• Possesses ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others.
• Possesses ability to complete lesson, accident and participation forms.
• Performs maintenance and cashier responsibilities.
• May substitute for a Head Lifeguard.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• Must be able to pass American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s course.
• Current Lifeguard Training and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications on file with the City.
• Must participate in required in-service training.