Seasonal) - City

City of Oklahoma City•Oklahoma City, OK

3h•$15 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Recreation, Health, and Wellness Division of the City of Oklahoma City’s Parks and Recreation Department. The Lifeguard II functions as a lead worker at a municipal swimming facility. In addition to lifeguard duties, the role includes preparing work schedules, assigning lifeguards to duty stations, instructing staff in pool operating procedures, rules, safety practices, maintenance, and related matters, and overseeing lifeguards as they enforce safety rules and regulations. Department-specific skills, knowledge, abilities, licenses, and certifications must be acquired before assuming the position’s duties. Applicants must complete the required lifeguard, first aid, and CPR certifications before hire. Ability to travel is required. Applicants must be at least 16 years old when applying. Selected applicants must pass an initial swim test within seven business days of accepting a conditional offer. Employees in part-time/year-round positions may work no more than 29 hours per week. The position is designated safety-sensitive and may occasionally involve accepting cash and making change, operating a concession stand or gift shop, and collecting fees, admission tickets, and passes. The hourly pay range is $15.00–$16.25, with the normal starting rate at the minimum; a higher rate may be considered based on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years old at the time of application submission.
Complete Lifeguard Certification as issued by the Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department before hire.
Complete Basic First Aid before hire.
Complete CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED Module before hire.
Have the ability to travel.
Pass an initial swim test within seven business days of accepting a conditional offer of employment.
Applicants under 18 at application must bring a signed Authorization for Background and Drug Test for Minors to the interview for a temporary, part-time, or seasonal Parks and Recreation job.

Responsibilities

Perform duties and responsibilities consistent with those of a lifeguard.
Prepare work schedules and assign lifeguards to duty stations.
Instruct lifeguards in pool operating procedures, rules, safety practices, maintenance, and related matters.
Oversee lifeguards in enforcing safety rules and regulations.
Occasionally accept cash and make change; operate a concession stand or gift shop; and collect fees, admission tickets, and passes from patrons.