Daytime - Lifeguard

City of Idaho Falls; United States; On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Idaho Falls seeks a lifeguard for its Aquatic Center to supervise swimmers, enforce safety rules, and respond to emergencies. This is a daytime, part-time/seasonal position requiring current Lifeguard certification and CPR, with training provided as needed.

Responsibilities include monitoring pool activities, rescuing swimmers in danger, administering first aid, testing chlorine and pH, and keeping emergency equipment ready.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard certification and CPR training are required.
• Experience in recreation, lifeguarding, or swimming is preferred.
• Knowledge of pool equipment, lifesaving methods, and first aid procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitors pool activities to prevent accidents.
• Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning.
• Administers First Aid and CPR as needed.
• Enforces pool rules and safety regulations.
• Inspects facilities for cleanliness and maintains equipment.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR/First Aid

Emergency response

Job description

Be a part of a dynamic team whose common goal is to make a difference in our community. It is amazing to know that by being a part of the City of Idaho Falls team, you would be doing important work for our community that affects people's lives. Every day brings new challenges and rewards!

Job Description

General Purpose

The City of Idaho Falls is accepting applications for the position of Lifeguard. Under close to general supervision, performs duties for the City of Idaho Falls Aquatic Center, ensuring the safety of the patrons in the swimming area. This is a daytime lifeguard position. Candidates must possess their Lifeguarding certifications to be considered for this position. Positions are part-time and/or seasonal in nature.

Essential Functions

• Monitors activities at the pool to prevent accidents;
• rescues swimmers in danger of drowning;
• administers First Aid;
• cautions swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards;
• enforces and adheres to pool rules and regulations;
• follows emergency action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency.;
• maintains order in the pool and adjoining areas.
• Inspects facilities for cleanliness;
• completes general pool cleaning and maintenance duties;
• responsible for the availability and safekeeping of emergency equipment (rescue tubes, backboard, signs and other equipment);
• determines chlorine content and pH value of water, using water testing kit, and record readings.
• Provides general information on pool operation to patrons

Minimum Qualifications

• Sufficient education and training to demonstrate an ability or aptitude to perform the above and related duties.
• Previous experience and/or involvement in recreation programs, lifeguarding or swimming preferred.
• Knowledge of pool equipment and maintenance; knowledge of lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid and standard resuscitation measures;
• Skilled in the application of lifesaving techniques;
• skilled in swimming;
• ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies;
• ability to perform rescue actions, administer first aid and CPR.

Special Qualifications

• Must possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification and certified in Administering Emergency Oxygen or the ability to get certifications within a month of hire date. A class for these may be provided at little or no cost if hired before class begins.

Work Environment

Tasks require a variety of physical activities generally involving muscular strain. Physical demands may occur in activities related to walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, running, jumping, etc. Talking, hearing and seeing required in the daily performance of job duties. Occasional exposure to environmental hazards resulting from working in a recreational environment. Mental application utilizes memory for details, emotional stability and discriminating thinking and creative problem solving.

Pay Range

$12.00

Join a team that's shaping one of the best places to live and work in the country. As the largest city in eastern Idaho, and consistently recognized for job growth and livability, the City of Idaho Falls offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment. Our employees enjoy meaningful public service careers across 11 departments, including parks and recreation, utilities, public safety, and more. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and retirement through the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI). With a strong community spirit, beautiful natural surroundings, and year-round recreational and cultural activities, Idaho Falls is more than a workplace, it's a place to grow, thrive, and make a difference.