27-018 Lifeguard I, Part-Time

City-of-Dove; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Dover is seeking a part-time aquatics assistant to greet visitors, assist in patrolling the pool and manage cash receipts for memberships, lockers, and facility use. The role includes maintaining safety rules, distributing program communications, and supporting special events.

Responsibilities also cover supervising aquatics classes, assisting with water chemistry, and coordinating routine maintenance of the pool/filtration system while engaging with the public and staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of First Aid and water rescue operations.
• Able to work under physical and emotional stress.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Follow orders and rules of the department.
• Work safely with chemicals and changing environments.
• Lead and instruct others in aquatic activities.
• Write reports and maintain records.
• Build positive relationships with staff and public.

Responsibilities

• Greeting the public at aquatic facilities.
• Patrolling the pool.
• Handle cash, fees and memberships.
• Maintain pool safety rules and daily operations.
• Distribute recreation program communications.
• Respond to inquiries about aquatics programs.
• Assist in special events and program setup.
• Supervise classes and activities in aquatics programs.
• Attend aquatics competitions as needed.
• Maintain pool operations and monitor water chemistry.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Water rescue

Oral & written communication

Public interaction

Safety regulations

Education

High school diploma

Lifeguard Instructor CPR/First Aid certification

Water Safety Instructor

Pool Operator certification

Swimming Instructor/Trainer certification

Two years aquatics program experience

Job description

Performs professional work in the safety and use of swimming pool(s), assists in coordinating various aquatics programs and facility maintenance as needed. Greets general public, answers questions and collects fees.

Part-time, hours vary. $16.31 per hour. Position is open until filled.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet public using the aquatic facilities.
• Participate in the patrolling of the pool.
• Receive user’s fees and handle cash drawer.
• Collect fees for memberships, lockers, and facility use.
• Maintain and enforce safety rules and regulations.
• Distribute a variety of brochures, calendars, letters, posters, news releases, flyers, and related communications regarding recreation programs.
• Respond to public inquiries about aquatics programs made by telephone, correspondence, or in person.
• Perform a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering phone, typing correspondence, running errands, picking up supplies needed for activities, selling tickets, collecting fees, and help set up for special events.
• Supervise classes and activities for persons engaged in aquatics programs and co-sponsored programs.
• Assist and attend various aquatics competitions throughout the year as needed.
• Assist in regular and special aquatics programs, and register participants.
• Assist in the maintenance of the swimming pool to include monitoring and maintaining pool filtration system.
• Monitor pool water chemistry through testing of water samples. Adjust chemistry as needed to maintain standards.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, other departments and agencies, and the general public.
• Maintains familiarity with and executes safe work procedures associated with assigned work.
• Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of First Aid and water rescue operations. Ability to work under physically and emotionally stressful situations. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Ability to follow oral and written orders, directions and instructions, and abides by the rules and regulations of the department. Ability to work safely in changing work environments both inside and outside including exposure to chemicals. Ability to lead and instruct others in techniques and methods used in various work activities. Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the general public. Thorough knowledge of swimming, water safety skills and techniques and related activities. Good physical condition and stamina.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma and a minimum of two years experience in aquatic program(s). Certification as Lifeguard Instructor with CPR and First Aid. Water Safety Instructor, certification as a pool operator, and/or Swimming Instructor/Trainer preferred. Valid motor vehicle operator license.