Lead Lifeguard-Chilson

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Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE:Responsible to ensure the safety of swimmers at Loveland Swim Beach, Chilson and/or Winona Outdoor Pool. Responsible for all aspects of aquatics safety and ensuring operations are adhered to in the absence of supervisory personnel. Must be available to work some evenings, weekend and holiday hours. Minimum age requirements for all locations is 17 years of age.

All offers are conditional upon a satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Salary range:$12.32-$17.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

Non Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Retirement - 457 employee funded plan


• Medical Leave - Up to 48 hours accrued. Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Enhances the Recreation Department image and ensures a quality visit to aquatics area.


• Ensures a safe environment by communicating with and taking direction from aquatics supervisory personnel related to lifeguard rotations, ratios, completion of daily operational and cleaning duties, checking safety equipment, water testing and ensuring proper chemistry balance and clarity.


• Responsible for all aspects of opening and closing procedures.


• Guards all swim areas and enforces rules and safety regulations.


• Monitors weather conditions and works with supervisory personnel concerning unsafe conditions.


• Completes required daily paperwork.


• Assists with comprehensive swim lesson programs, if applicable.


• Effectively responds to emergency situations and performs lifesaving procedures.


• Establishes and maintains a good public relations image with guests through communications, positive interactions and consistent enforcement of all policies and procedures.


• Disseminates and promotes Parks & Recreation program information and directs guests to proper locations.


• Resolves administrative concerns by applying appropriate policies, procedures and interactions with staff and guests.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• May be required to cross-train in other areas for duties as assigned.


• Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-service trainings.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

• May be required to oversee facility when supervisory personnel are absent.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Must possess general working knowledge of pooland aquatics area operations.


• Must have general knowledge of swim lesson programming and pool maintenance.


• Must have the ability to react quickly and correctly in emergency situations and will be required to perform the necessary lifesaving procedures.


• Must possess the ability to make sound judgments, exercise conflict resolution, and exhibit patience when dealing with stressful and/or disciplinary situations.


• Is responsible for operating the facility in a manner that ensures the safety of all guests by supervision of staff and applications of appropriate rules, regulations, policies and procedures in the absence of supervisor.


• Must possess knowledge of all rules and regulations pertaining to water safety and be able to communicate with staff and guests alike in a friendly, positive, and professional manner.


• Proven skills in lifeguarding, and first aid/lifesaving procedures necessary.

Core competencies: Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness

Education and/or experience:
One (1) year lifeguarding experience required. One (1) year of customer service related experience required.

Licensure and/or certifications:
Current Lifeguard Certification, CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required. Water Safety Instructor and Waterfront Lifeguard certification preferred.

Material and equipment directly used:Aquatics safety equipment, standard pool chemicals and cleaning supplies, pool vacuum, power washer

Working conditions and physical requirements:Must possess the physical stamina to respond effectively to emergency situations by utilizing strong swimming skills. In a public pool environment may be exposed to noisy, distracting and stressful situations. Work will be performed in an indoor/outdoor swim facility setting encompassing a fast paced customer service environment. Ability to move quickly and efficiently through the facility. Exposure to various pool and cleaning chemical smells while performing duties. Requires standing for long periods of time, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, moving and positioning objects (up to 50 pounds). Must be available to work some evenings, weekend and holiday hours. Must be at least 17 years of age.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

All offers are conditional upon a satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check and pre-employment drug screen.