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Triathlon Team Lifeguard

JcprdShawnee, KS
Onsite

About The Position

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing. When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork. Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone!

Requirements

  • Minimum age of 18 years and older.
  • American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification and First Aid, CPR & AED Certification required.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills along with the ability to work with individuals of all ages.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Ability to maintain good physical condition and maintain professional skills of alertness, responsible, good judgment, cleanliness, endurance, and ability to work with all ages.
  • JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain constant, attentive surveillance of all swimmers during the youth triathlon team practice.
  • Use effective scanning techniques to monitor lanes, walls, and pool activity.
  • Identify and respond immediately to any signs of distress, fatigue, or unsafe behavior.
  • Perform water rescues, first aid, CPR, and utilize an AED when needed.
  • Activate and follow the Triathlon Teams Emergency Action Plan (EAP) during incidents.
  • Coordinate with coaching staff to ensure a safe training environment.
  • Enforce all pool safety rules, lane etiquette, and facility policies.
  • Monitor deck conditions and remove or report hazards such as wet floors or misplaced equipment.
  • Ensure training equipment (kickboards, buoys, lane lines) is used safely and does not obstruct swimmers.
  • Communicate safety concerns or behavioral issues to coaches promptly.
  • Maintain professional vigilance without engaging in coaching or instruction.
  • Stay rescue‑ready at all times, with proper positioning and equipment in hand.
  • Maintain all required certifications (Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid).
  • Complete accurate and timely incident or accident reports.
  • Conduct pre‑practice safety checks of the pool and deck area.
  • Ensure equipment is stored properly post‑practice and report any maintenance needs to coaches.

Benefits

  • outstanding benefits
  • retirement plans
  • employee incentives

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