Lifeguard

THE SALVATION ARMY

NORTH AND CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION

Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE : Aquatics Lifeguard

LOCATION / DEPT : North & Central Illinois Division / Kroc Center

REPORTS to (TITLE) : Aquatics Director

PAY GRADE : 202

PAY RANGE : $17.00-$20.40

MISSION

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Chicago exists to express the mission and ministry of The Salvation Army through a safe, enriching and sacred environment where all individuals have access to opportunities to reach their physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential. The Vision of the Chicago Kroc Center is to touch individuals, families and seniors of the Southside with : Building Community, Motivating Wellness, Encouraging Excellence, Teaching Character, and Inspiring Faith.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Guest Services

• Direction and answers to questions is provided, as needed.
• Maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem solving.
• Follow and enforce equipment checkout program.
• Report defects, necessary repairs, etc.
• Interact with guests in a manner that ensures the most enjoyable experience for all RJKCCC guests.
• Provide oversight to the day-to-day activities of the aquatics programs and facilities.
• Maintain all public and restricted areas in a neat and clean fashion
• Maintain activities on schedule ensuring that events and activities begin and end on time.
• See that all equipment assigned to the aquatic facilities is maintained and properly utilized.
• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain the Code of Ethics policy established for the Kroc Center.
• Assist and direct Guests in moving about the facility to avoid crowded conditions and maximize service efficiency.
• Incoming calls must be answered quickly and politely, basic questions answered or more in-depth inquiries referred to an appropriate staff member.

Maintain a safe working environment.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma required preferred.

EXPERIENCE

COMPETENCIES

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is required to do light to heavy physical work. In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to use equipment used in an aquatics program. This employee must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds. The work environment for this position includes an office and outdoor / pool environment with a low to high noise level.

REQUIRED APPAREL

Person hired must wear standard apparel as prescribed by the Aquatics Director.

POSITION RANKING

Position Ranking : Non-Exempt / Part-Time