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GENERAL PURPOSE: Responsible to ensure the safety of swimmers at Loveland Swim Beach, Chilson and/or Winona Outdoor Pool. Must be available to work early mornings, afternoons, some weekends and holiday hours. Minimum age requirement for all locations is 16 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 the safety of guests by observing swimmers at all times. Effectively responds to emergency situations and performs lifesaving procedures. Recordkeeping and assisting in cleaning the pool and surrounding area(s). Establishes and maintains a good public relations image with facility guests through proper 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 team or patron concerns through positive interaction, collaboration and the application of appropriate policies and procedures. Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-service trainings. Consistently reports to work properly outfitted/equipped as outlined in staff policies. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: May be required to cross train in other areas for duties as assigned. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge skills and abilities: Must possess the ability to react quickly and correctly in emergency situations in order to perform required lifesaving procedures. Ability to make sound judgments, exercise conflict resolution and exhibit patience when dealing with stressful and/or disciplinary situations. Ability to safely and properly use required equipment. Must possess knowledge of all rules and regulations pertaining to water safety including all authorized signals and emergency procedures. Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions and communicate in a friendly, positive and professional manner with co-workers and the general public. Must be available to work some evenings, weekend and holiday hours. Must possess proven excellent customer service skills. Minimum age requirements for all locations is 16 years of age. Core competencies: Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness Education and/or experience : Prior lifeguarding experience preferred. Customer service training preferred. Licensure and/or certifications : Current Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certification required. Swim beach lifeguard-Waterfront Lifeguard Certification preferred or able to obtain within 30-days of hire. Material and equipment directly used: Rescue equipment, water chemistry test kits, pool mechanical systems, two-way radios Working Environment and Required Background Checks : Must possess the physical stamina and ability to react and respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations by utilizing strong swimming skills and performing the necessary lifesaving procedures. In a public pool environment, may be exposed to noisy, distracting and stressful situations. 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. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. All offers are conditional upon a satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check and pre-employment drug screen

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