Lifeguard

Lansing Economic Development Corporation; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lansing Parks & Recreation Department seeks a Lifeguard responsible for ensuring a safe environment at local pools. This role requires active participation in trainings, adherence to safety regulations, and the capability to respond to emergencies. Ideal candidates will hold certifications and be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Available for a minimum of 20 hours per week during the summer season.
• Sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods and complete swim tests.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-season training and enforce city policies.
• Maintain safety at pool facilities and provide first aid as needed.
• Clean locker rooms and report safety hazards.

Skills

Swim continuous 150 yards

Recognize an emergency and act upon it

Lift 150 pounds with assistance

Work in extreme heat and cold

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

American Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogens Certification

MI Mandated Reporter Training

Job description

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The City of Lansing Parks & Recreation Department is looking for a Lifeguard. Â This position is responsible for providing a safe, enjoyable experience for the public by maintaining a clean presentation of both the Hunter Park Pool & Splash Pad and Alfreda Schmidt Southside Community Center & Pool. This is a TEA (Temporary Employment Agreement) contractual position. Â

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Attend all pre-season training sessions, both in person and online
• Consistently and politely enforce city polices, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of persons using the swimming facility.
• Attend all staff trainings and meetings throughout the season or year, including four (4) hours of required in-service training per month.
• Be attentive for possible incidents or accidents that may occur in the water or on the deck.
• Maintain order in the pool and take necessary action to prevent possible trouble or injury.
• Correctly size any person in need of a life jacket, record the check out, ensure there is collateral for the checkout of the life jacket, and educate patrons on life jacket rules. Â Check life jackets in, record the check in, and return collateral to the patron.
• Conduct swim tests, as needed.
• Check out basketballs to patrons, record the check out, ensure there is collateral for the check out of the basketball. Check basketballs in, record the check in, and return collateral to the patron.
• Provide first aid to patrons and staff members as needed. Â Report everything, either on an accident/incent form, first aid log, or employee accident/incident form; be sure you know which form to use for every incident.
• Report first aid supply shortages to the Pool Manager or Aquatics Programmer.
• Know all EAPs for the pools and buildings.
• Clean locker rooms, including toilets, sinks, etc., splash pad, and pool deck daily.
• Contact Pool manager or Aquatics Programmer if assistance in maintain discipline of participants is needed.
• Report observed or potential physical hazards and unsafe conditions at the pool to the Pool manager on duty.
• Complete all incident, accident, and rescue reports, as necessary.
• Other duties, as assigned.Â
  
  

Minimum Requirements Include

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Swim continuous 150 yards, tread water for 2 minutes using legs only, and swim 50 yards without stopping.
• Swim 20 yards, surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet, pick up a 10-pound object, swim back to starting point on the back, climb out of the pool without using a ladder or steps within 1 minute, 40 seconds.
• Sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Lift 150 pounds, with assistance.
• Work in extreme heat and extreme cold temperatures.
• Recognize an emergency and act upon it.
• Be available days, evenings, weekends, and holidays for a minimum of 20 hours per week (in the summer season only)
  
  

Required Certifications (must have or able to obtain - training can also be provided):

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification r.17 or r.24
• American Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogens Certification
• MI Mandated Reporter Training
  
  

The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.

The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at [phone]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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