ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER

Job Announcement

Job Announcement 20250020 Lead Lifeguard

CLOSING DATE : Open Until Filled

APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV / JOBS

Department : Recreation, Golf, Library, & Culture

Division : Recreation

Hiring Rate : $17.01 / hour

5-30 hours per week

Weekends, evenings, mornings, mid-day

Part Time Temporary

Benefits include :

Benefits required by law are included such as Jury & Witness Duty, Sick Leave, Social

Security, and Medicare.

Definition :

Be a leader in lifeguarding the City owned and operated swimming pools by adhering to

philosophies, policies and procedures of state, local and national agencies that certify or

regulate lifeguards.

Principal Duties :

• Lifeguard alone or as part of a team; work together with other lifeguards scheduled to

maintain a safe pool environment and problem solve issues.

two other staff members.

necessary.

patrons in zones.

if additional coverage is needed.

in and around the swimming pool area.

immediate supervisor.

lifeguard program.

to supervisor.

issues, or emergencies.

Working Environment :

Work if primarily performed in a hot, humid environment. Work requires sufficient physical

strength and demonstrated ability to rescue swimmer in danger of distress and / or drowning

regardless of the situation, including possible drowning victim who resists rescue efforts. During

the summer, work may be outdoors and will include exposure to all types of weather. The work

requires extended periods of being alert, with sitting, standing or roving and constant scanning

of swimmers. Vision must be sufficient to clearly see the entire pool area. Must be able to

remain composed in emergency situations and make sound judgment decisions during both

emergency and non-emergency situations. Hearing, speaking and good public relation skills are

required. The work also entails working closely with co-employees and working as a team. Must

have knowledge of and adhere to American Red Cross philosophies, policies and procedures.

Must be able to work in an environment with poor acoustics and an array of distractions,

including music and weather conditions.

Qualifications :

Has sound judgment. Can decipher between life threatening and non-life threatening

emergencies. Good physical condition and ability to perform lifeguarding procedures as stated

by the American Red Cross. Must be at least 16 years of age. Special Qualifications : Current

certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR / AED / First Aid for the Professional

Rescuer required. Desired Certifications : American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard, Oxygen

Administration and ARC Water Safety Instructor (WSI).

We're committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. The

City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to

meet minimum qualifications, and encourages all candidates to apply and help us achieve our

goal of creating an inclusive and equitable workplace.

Selection The selection process will include complete job description review, personal interview,

background investigation, criminal background check, and substance screening.

DEADLINE : Open Until Filled An ONLINE APPLICATION is required. This job is Open Until Filled. The online application

process is available for this position on our website at www.longmontcolorado.gov / jobs.

Resumes will be accepted in lieu of the full City Application; however, they must be submitted

via the City application site for consideration. Open Until Filled positions may close without

advance notice. To be considered, please apply as soon as possible. For more information,

call (303) 651-8609.

The City of Longmont is an equal opportunity employer. The City affirms its commitment to diversity and to complying

with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. The City will not

discriminate against any person in recruiting, examining, appointing, hiring, training, placement, termination, layoffs,

recall, transfer, leave of absence, promoting, compensating, retaining, disciplining, or any other personnel action on

the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,

ancestry, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, physical or mental

disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, except when any of these categories

constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification (i.e., an actual qualification for performing a job). If you need special

assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance to make

arrangements.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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