Aquatic Assistant

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Salary: $15.50-16.45 per hour
Must be available early morning, afternoons or evenings and weekends
Part-Time, Non-Benefited

The Aquatics Assistant plays a vital leadership role in daily pool operations at the Laramie Community Recreation Center. Working under the direction of the Lead Aquatics Worker, this position helps supervise part-time lifeguards and instructors, ensures safe and clean aquatic environments, supports program implementation, and provides exceptional customer service to patrons. This role is ideal for experienced aquatics professionals ready to step into a leadership position while continuing to serve the community through safety, mentorship, and hands-on facility operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership support for day-to-day operations of all aquatic areas, including the lap pool, leisure pools, whirlpool, and wading pool.
• Assist in the supervision, mentoring, and scheduling of lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Plan and conduct in-service trainings, skill sessions, and American Red Cross certification courses as assigned.
• Assist with aquatic program planning and implementation, including swim lessons and special events.
• Monitor and respond to health and safety risks; address hazards promptly and complete incident documentation as needed.
• Perform regular water testing and support facility maintenance, cleanliness, and readiness.
• Assign or assist with daily cleaning tasks; encourage full staff participation in maintaining facility standards.
• Serve as a knowledgeable, responsive point of contact for public inquiries and patron support.
• Enforce all facility rules and promote safe, respectful behavior at all times.

Minimum Qualifications (A combination of the following experience and training, or the equivalent of, would be qualifying):

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, including CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
• At least one (1) year of experience as a lifeguard.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and sound decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of water safety hazards and rescue techniques.
• Familiarity with aquatic facility procedures, including water chemistry and maintenance basics.
• Strong customer service skills, both in-person and over the phone.
• Willingness and ability to complete thorough cleaning tasks using light equipment (vacuums, electric mops, etc.).
• Comfort with learning and using computer systems for scheduling and registrations.
• Reliable and independent work ethic; ability to work well in a dynamic, team-based environment.
• Availability for afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) or more years of experience as a lifeguard, lifeguard instructor or swim instructor.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) and First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience leading aquatic trainings or teaching certification courses.
• Experience interacting with diverse populations including children, seniors, and families.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain enthusiasm in customer-facing situations.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand, swim, walk, kneel, crouch, twist, climb, and lift up to 50lbs; occasional pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs.
• Work environment includes exposure to noise, moisture, chemicals, cleaning agents, mechanical equipment, and body fluids.
• Ability to work early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to remain alert and active in both indoor and outdoor environments.

All offers of employment are contingent on a background check, drug screening, and driver license verification.

The City of Laramie is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance.