Full-Time Lifeguard II

City of Charlottesville•Charlottesville, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

In the absence of the Seasonal Pool Manager, the Lifeguard II position manages the facility and has all of the responsibilities designated for the manager on duty. This includes pool operations, staff supervision, customer service and pool maintenance. Supervision is exercised over Lifeguard I, Customer Service Attendants, Instructors and other temporary, seasonal positions. Performs responsible semi-skilled and routine protective service work in supervising the safe use of public swimming facilities by pool visitors and aids troubled bathers in emergencies; performs related duties as required. Reports to the Seasonal Pool Manager or a Parks and Recreation Aquatic Operations Specialist.

Requirements

Must be 17 years or older by employment start date
Minimum of three (3) months of experience with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation in a Lifeguard I position OR minimum of six (6) months of lifeguarding experience at other facilities
Must possess a current Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job
Must be available to work varied shifts including weeknights, weekends and holidays
Must pass periodic CPR audits
Must complete training with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation to include but not limited to: in-service training, sexual harassment prevention training, water testing, chemical handling, cash handling, paperwork management and reporting

Nice To Haves

Certification in Oxygen Administration and Preventing Disease Transmission and Waterpark Skills Module is preferred

Responsibilities

Continuously monitors and observes actions of swimmers and enforces water safety rules and pool rules
Provides emergency lifesaving services to swimmers in need
Takes part in training programs to improve lifesaving skills
Reports all guest and employee situations to supervisor immediately
Cleans the pool and related facilities on a regular schedule
Informs management of needed supplies or equipment-related issues
Follows all service standards and departmental policies and procedures
May give swimming instructions to individuals or groups
Responsible for the oversight of cash handling in the absence of management
Assists with the management and maintenance of the facility, acting as manager on duty as required
Performs related duties as required

Benefits

health insurance with employer contribution
employer-paid life insurance
gym membership reimbursement
tuition assistance
professional development opportunities
Vacation Leave: 3.09 hours accrued bi-weekly (increases with YOS)
Sick Leave: 4.62 hours accrued bi-weekly, approx. 120 hours per year with no limit on accumulation
13 Paid Observed City Holidays
1 Floating Holiday which must be taken during the fiscal year (July 1 - June 30)
Choice of retirement plan: Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Defined Contribution 401a Plan
Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Eligibility to purchase prior service credit under the Defined Benefit Plan