Lifeguard (86567)

Town of Erie • Erie, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Town of Erie as our newest Lifeguard! Our Aquatics area at the Erie Community Center is cherished by our community and we are looking for people who are ready to ensure our patrons have a fun and safe experience. The Parks & Recreation Department is committed to a positive work culture where we serve the community, support one another, and invest in you as an employee.

Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
• CPR, First Aid and AED certification
• Lifeguarding certification
• Ability to obtain within three months of employment: Administering Emergency Oxygen and suctioning certifications
• Blood Borne Pathogen certification
• Background checks include: National and County Criminal Scan
• Sex-Offender Registry check
• Motor Vehicle Report through DMV

Nice To Haves

• One year of related experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of regular and routine poolside and water safety duties to ensure the safe use of pool facilities.
• Maintains constant alertness and awareness of patron activities, both poolside and in locker rooms, to minimize exposure or threat of incident or accident.
• Ensures the safety of guests and program participants by enforcing all rules and policies with staff and guests.
• Responds to emergency situations, performs water rescues, administer first aid, CPR and other medical attention as needed.
• Performs scheduled service and maintenance of facility; cleans decks, walls, windows, pool equipment, locker rooms, and other assigned areas.
• Inspects program equipment and facilities, including conducting water checks.
• Reports any issues or concerns with facility conditions, policies, incidents, water quality or other unsafe conditions to supervisory staff as needed.
• Completes a variety of paperwork including daily records, logs and incident reports.
• Attends Skill Checks and in-service training.
• Maintains frequent communications with other staff and volunteers within the Community Center and Division.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free membership to the Erie Community Center
• Access to the Town's Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Colorado Sick Leave (1 hour of accrued, paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year)
• Childcare benefits, including 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado
• Eligible part-time employees may participate in the following additional benefits: Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Plans
• Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub
• Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed