Lifeguard - Pool Safety & Patron Care (Evenings/Weekends)

Pocatello Fire Department; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pocatello Parks and Recreation is seeking a Lifeguard to monitor the Community Recreation Center Pool and the Ross Park Aquatics Complex. Must be 15+ and able to pass a background check.

The role requires constant patron surveillance, excellent customer service, and readiness for varied shifts, including days, evenings and weekends. The position emphasizes teamwork with city staff and external partners, with duties that may change as needed by management.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be 15 years of age or older.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard certification required.
• 1-2 seasons of Lifeguarding and Swim Instructor experience may be required depending on position.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities To Successfully Perform The essential functions of the position may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Performs general pool and patron supervision including constant surveillance of patrons using the CRC Pool facility or the Aquatics Complex.
• Provides emergency care and treatment as required and maintains high standards of customer service during interactions with pool and facility patrons.
• Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Skills

Customer service

Surveillance

Emergency care

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification

Age 15+ requirement

Job description

Pocatello Parks and Recreation is seeking a Lifeguard to monitor the Community Recreation Center Pool and the Ross Park Aquatics Complex. Must be 15+ and able to pass a background check.

The role requires constant patron surveillance, excellent customer service, and readiness for varied shifts, including days, evenings and weekends. The position emphasizes teamwork with city staff and external partners, with duties that may change as needed by management.