School Year: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor - Training provided Deerfield Park District

Deerfield Park District•Deerfield, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deerfield Park District is seeking School Year Lifeguards and Swim Instructors to support our indoor pools. This role is crucial for maintaining a safe environment in our aquatic facilities. We offer paid training and certification as a Red Cross Lifeguard, with opportunities to continue working indoors throughout the year. The Park District's mission is to provide outstanding parks, services, facilities, and recreation programs that enrich lives, promote healthy living, and provide memorable experiences. We are an award-winning Park District with multiple distinctions of excellence, including our Best Workplace for Commuters. Join a supportive team, stay active, and learn new skills.

Requirements

Must be 15 years of age or older (work permit required for 15-year-olds).
Enjoys having fun!
Like working with children.
Able to work in a team environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and be on your feet for long periods of time.
Ability to swim.
Pass Starfish certification during paid training.
Must demonstrate vision capabilities of 20/30 corrected or best corrected.
If needed, must always wear corrective eye wear to maintain 20/30 or better vision while lifeguarding.
Must have the ability to remain calm under stress levels associated with constant public contact.
We abide by the IL Park District Code in our hiring practices.

Nice To Haves

Training provided for Red Cross Lifeguard certification.

Responsibilities

Ability to focus and maintain the 30-second standard.
Performs life-saving techniques including in-pool rescues, CPR, AED, and Oxygen administration and first aid.
Respond to emergencies.
Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe activities and enforces facility rules.
Cleans the pool deck area and locker rooms.
Installs or removes lane lines and starting blocks.
Must have the ability to perform the physical and cognitive skills necessary to achieve and maintain a lifeguard and CPR certification as prescribed by the agency.
Responds to concerns and requests from members, residents and guests with a sense of urgency and take the necessary corrective action including follow up.
Attends all appropriate staff meetings and required in-service trainings.
Customer Service oriented.
Teaches participants of all ages and swimming ability for camp lessons, group lessons and private lessons.
Instruct proper stroke technique and safety skills.
Assists with general maintenance and cleanliness of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms.
Have attendance rosters, equipment and other teaching materials ready prior to the beginning of each class.
Maintain accurate attendance and progress reports for all students.
Maintain positive environment in the class by communicating progress with each swimmer’s parent.
Complete updated and accurate skill sheets on each swimmer.
Report any problems to pool manager and/or lesson coordinators immediately.