Lifeguard - Recreation Part-Time Positions

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Region : Colorado

Location : Aspen

The City of Aspen is hiring the following Aspen Recreation Center position :

Job Title : Lifeguard

Department : Recreation - Indoor Aquatic Facility (Pool)

Classification : Non-Exempt, Intermittent

Pay Range : $17.32-$25.40 / hour - Offer dependent on experience

Position Summary : Performs a variety of safety, monitoring, and maintenance duties to ensure the safe operation of the indoor aquatic facility by enforcing pool rules, responding to emergencies, conducting water rescues, and assisting with daily facility operations within the City of Aspen Recreation Department in support of the organization's values and mission statement.

Supervision Exercised and Received : Position works under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor.

Essential Job Functions :

Monitoring and Safety Enforcement

• Constantly observe swimmers and patrons to prevent accidents and ensure a safe environment.
• Recognizes and responds effectively to emergencies in accordance with the facility's Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Enforces all aquatic facility policies in a consistent and professional manner.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the pool area.

Facility Maintenance and Operations

City Organizational Values

Core Competencies : Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills and abilities :

Minimum Requirements :

Experience : No previous lifeguard experience is required. However, relevant experience in an aquatic or recreation environment is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications : Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of their start date. Either current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification (including CPR / AED and First Aid) or the ability to obtain certification is required. Paid training will be provided at no cost to candidates who are not already certified.

Desirable Qualifications : Familiarity with aquatic facility operations and prior experience in customer service or public-facing roles within a team-setting are highly desirable. Candidates who already hold current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification are also preferred.

NOTE : This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.

NOTE : This position includes a job-related swimming assessment. Assessment components may include endurance swimming, treading water, and object retrieval.

Position Type and Work Hours :

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Essential Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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