Lifeguard/Lead Lifeguard
Job Description

Department: Recreation

Immediate Supervisor: Recreation & Aquatics Supervisor

FLSA Status: Part-Time/Seasonal; Non-Exempt

Work Hours: Hourly; As Assigned

Hiring Range:  $16.00-$20.00/hr.

Desired Hiring Range: $16.00-$20.00/hr.

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Benefits:

• Colorado PERA Defined Pension Plan; Employee contribution 9%; Employer contribution 15.8%

• Part-Time Injury/Illness accrual Leave and Employee Assistance Program

• Free Meeker Recreation Center Membership and discounted program fees for Employee/Guardian(s) or Spouse

 

Position Purpose:

Lifeguards promote and ensure the safety of the patrons and staff in and around the Meeker Recreation Center. This position is responsible for patron surveillance, prevention of and response to emergencies, and monitoring daily operations.​

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. ​Performs consistent patron surveillance in the natatorium, ensuring the safety of all patrons, and responding quickly and appropriately to all emergent events;

2. Provides basic first aid care and emergency care in accordance to and within the scope of training;

3. Completes daily and weekly tasks as assigned including, but not limited to; testing water chemistry, monitoring water clarity, maintaining cleanliness of the Natatorium pools and deck, and completing required forms and reports; 

4. Assists in select phases of implementation of aquatic programs, activities, and special events as assigned;

5. Performs tasks and required duties with minimal direct supervision;

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Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates initiative, appropriate for the position, that supports the Districts vision, mission and operational goals;

2. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of, and compliance with the Districts rules, policies, and procedures, as contained in the Districts handbooks, manuals, and Department/Division handbooks;

3. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Recreation & Aquatics Supervisor or other designated leadership staff to ensure the efficient operation of the department and District.

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Lead Lifeguard:

Fulfills all of the duties and responsibilities of a Lifeguard with the following additional responsibilities: 

1. Responsible for ensuring proper coverage, rotations, and completion of required shift duties on assigned shifts;

2. Assists Recreation & Aquatics Supervisor with training, development, and guidance of Lifeguards;

3. Supports lifeguards in providing customer service by addressing escalated concerns or situations involving patrons.

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Minimum Requirements:

1. Must be 15 years of age;

2. Possess a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification with First Aid/CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers (District training provided);

3. Maintains appropriate level of training and certifications;

4. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform the job;

5. Shift availability:

a. Early mornings, evenings, split-shifts, and/or weekend shifts.

b. Cover shifts on short notice.

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Preferred Requirements:

1. Ability to read, write, speak and understand the Spanish language;

2. Lifeguard Instructor (LGI), Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT), or any related aquatic certifications.

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Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

The Lifeguard/Lead Lifeguard position involves physical and sedentary activities in and around the aquatic’s facility.

1. This position requires standing, walking, kneeling, swimming at variable depths, stooping/bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, pinching, gripping, reaching over head, reaching away from the body, and repetitive motion in an indoor environment with high temperatures, humidity, moisture, and noise;

2. Physical activity is required; lifting 20-35 lbs. frequently, and in excess of 50 lbs. occasionally;

3. Work may result in exposure to gases, chemicals, fumes, odors, mists and dusts, and other hazardous materials;

4. This position demands frequent use of sensory activities such as talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, feeling (identifying objects by touch), depth perception, and color vision;

5. This position may involve periods of high physical, mental and/or emotional stress.