What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at City of Shoreview?
No previous guarding experience is needed for this position, just a love of the water. We provide all necessary training.
The City of Shoreview employs 45 - 75 lifeguards, depending on the season, in our beautiful indoor pool and water park. The Shoreview Waterpark features a three-story waterslide, zero depth beach, adventure walk, water play feature, boat slide, giant floatable toys, adult deck/whirlpool, and much more in a fun, tropical environment.
Uniforms (tank top, shorts and whistle) are provided. Current employees can renew their lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certifications at no charge through Shoreview classes.
- Arrive on time for shift
- Recognize emergencies and respond effectively
- Enforce all facility policies, rules and regulations
- Inspect locker rooms throughout the shift for cleanliness
- Regularly participate in in-service training sessions
- Maintain timesheet with accurate number of hours worked
- Find substitute to work shift if a planned absence is necessary
- Maintain fitness level as required
- Other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Management staff
- Must be at least 15 years old
- Must be able to swim 50 yards; using the front crawl and/or breaststroke technique
Monday - Friday: 5 am – 8:30 pm
Saturdays: 6 am – 7 pm
Sundays: 6 am – 8 pm
*** Up to $20/hour for weekend shifts and special events
In addition, we have pool rentals and special events that need staffing. Staff must attend 3 hours of in-service training each month and other meetings as posted.
Note: Your training, materials and Lifeguard Certification are FREE - a $225 value!
*** Lifeguard Certification training is delivered through a combination of online and in-person training. Employees are compensated at a rate of $11.50 per hour for lifeguard certification training.
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all Lifeguards receive a FREE Community Center Membership!
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity.
Work in warm and humid indoor pool environments with water temperatures 86 - 90 degrees.
Requires the physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position.
Ability to be exposed to noise and chemicals.
Slippery surfaces walking on the pool deck.
Ability to keep his/her composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful and emergency situations.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Salary : $15 - $20