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Lifeguard - Adult

Part-time

City Of East Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MIPart-time$16.5/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$16.5/hr
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ARC Lifeguarding CertificationFirst Aid CertificationBlood Borne Pathogen Certification

Job overview

City Of East Grand Rapids is hiring a Lifeguard - Adult. The Lifeguard - Adult position primarily involves supervising the pool and deck areas of the High School and Wealthy Pool facilities. Responsibilities include preventing accidents, minimizing hazardous situations, and responding quickly to emergencies using proper procedures. Lifeguards are also expected to enforce pool regulations, administer first aid and CPR when necessary, and maintain positive relations with patrons.

Key focus areas include Supervise the pool and deck of the High School and Wealthy Pool., Prevent accidents and minimize/eliminate hazardous situations in pool areas., and Respond quickly to all emergency situations using proper procedures/techniques..

Successful candidates bring ARC Lifeguarding Certification, First Aid Certification, and CPR/AED Certification. Important skills include ARC Lifeguarding, First Aid, Professional Rescuer CPR, AED, Bloodborne Pathogen, and Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course. Preferred (not required): Capable Swimmer, Competent In Lifesaving Methods, Good Physical Condition, and Neat Appearance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ARC LifeguardingFirst AidProfessional Rescuer CPRAEDBloodborne PathogenRed Cross Lifeguard Training CourseCommunication SkillsWork Well With OthersPerform Well in Emergency SituationsCapable SwimmerCompetent in Lifesaving MethodsGood Physical ConditionNeat Appearance

Qualifications

1 Year Lifeguard ExperienceARC Lifeguarding CertificationFirst Aid CertificationBlood Borne Pathogen Certification

Full job description

Lifeguard - Adult

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Lifeguard - Adult

Salary

$16.50 Hourly

Location

East Grand Rapids, MI

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

0222

Department

Parks and Recreation Department

Opening Date

03/07/2022

  • Description

  • Benefits

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Description

The primary responsibility is to supervise the pool and deck of the High School and Wealthy Pool, prevent accidents and minimize/eliminate hazardous situations in pool areas. Responding quickly to all emergency situations using proper procedures/techniques and following the East Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department rules and regulations. Starting pay for lifeguards is $16.50 per hour with early morning and weekend shifts paying and additional $2.00 per hour. The City of East Grand Rapids provides certification opportunities for candidates who do not have a current lifeguarding certification.

Essential Job Functions

  • Supervise the pool and deck of the High School and Wealthy Pool.

  • Prevent accidents and minimize/eliminate hazardous situations in pool areas.

  • Respond quickly to all emergency situations using proper procedures/techniques.

  • Directly responsible to the Aquatic Supervisor

  • Meet and greet all pool patrons.

  • Check for valid pool memberships as patrons enter the facility.

  • Collect money for pool admissions, make sure memberships and punch cards are being processed on the laptop.

  • Enforce all pool regulations set by the EGR Parks and Recreation Department.

  • Administer emergency First Aid and/or CPR to any person injured in the pool area and complete reports.

  • Work all scheduled shifts or secure own substitute

  • Attend all staff meetings, in-services and workshops.

  • Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times.

  • Maintain positive relations and rapport with pool patrons.

  • Perform daily inspections on the High School and Wealthy Pools.

  • Complete all necessary paperwork.

  • Light cleaning.

  • Any other duties assigned by the Aquatics Supervisor or Aquatics Assistant.

  • Supervise the hallway and locker rooms of High School and Wealthy Pools.

  • Supervise multi-purpose room at Wealthy Pool and balcony at High School Pools and watch for anyone trying to enter school through balcony. They are not allowed to enter school through pool area.

  • Setup and tear down multi-purpose room at Wealthy Pool as scheduled.

  • Snow removal around entryways during winter months.

Supplemental information

  • Must be currently certified in ARC Lifeguarding, First Aid and Professional Rescuer CPR, AED & Blood borne Pathogen or able to pass a Red Cross lifeguard training course that is provided by the City of East Grand Rapids.

  • Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others.

  • Ability to perform well in emergency situations.

  • Preferred a minimum of 1-year experience as a lifeguard.

  • Be a capable swimmer and competent in lifesaving methods

  • Be in good physical condition

  • Neat appearance

Benefits are not offered for this position.

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Are you currently an American Red Cross certified lifeguard?

  • Yes

  • No

Required Question

Employer

City Of East Grand Rapids

Department

Parks and Recreation Department

Address

750 Lakeside Dr SE East Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49506

Phone

6169491750

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/eastgr

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