Lifeguard

POSITION SUMMARY:

Prevent drowning and other injuries in the Aquatics Center at the Glenwood Springs Community Center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Monitor activities in and near the water through patron surveillance. Prevent injuries by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors. Enforce facility rules and regulations and educate patrons about them. Recognize and respond quickly and effectively to all emergencies. Administer first aid and CPR, including using an automated external defibrillator (AED). Work as a team with other lifeguards, facility staff, and management. Test the pool water chemistry. Assist patrons by performing safety orientations, administering swim tests, fitting lifejackets and other duties. Clean or perform maintenance. Complete forms and reports. Perform opening duties, closing duties, and facility safety checks and inspections.
CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a group atmosphere.
• Reliable and self-disciplined.
• Communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Use good judgment, take initiative, and respond diplomatically and professionally to issues.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS:
Necessary:

• Must be 15 years of age or older
• Must have current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED

Position may require long periods of standing or sitting, working indoors in a variety of environmental conditions, including high temperatures, humidity, moisture and distracting noises.

Special Requirements

This is a part-time position, up to 28 hours per week. Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays, depending on the specific need.

Miscellaneous Information

Position is eligible for part-time benefits. See attached benefits guide.

Job Details

Category Part-Time Positions Status Open Part-Time Benefits Eligibility Salary $19.63 - $21.60/hour (DOQ) Posted September 19, 2024 5:00 PM Closing October 4, 2024 5:00 PM

Location: Glenwood, CO, US

Posted Date: 10/2/2024