Lifeguard (PT)

Town of Parker, Colorado; Parker (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Parker, Colorado is hiring a part-time Lifeguard to provide direct pool surveillance and emergency response in a busy aquatics facility. You will enforce rules, perform safety checks, and participate in ongoing training to maintain Starguard Elite standards.

You must be at least 16, able to swim, and obtain required lifeguard and safety certifications within 30 days of hire. The role demands teamwork, strong customer service, and calm handling of incidents.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and able to swim.
• Must obtain Starguard Elite Lifeguarding or equivalent certification within 30 days of hire, plus Basic Life Support and First Aid.
• Strong communication, teamwork and customer service skills; ability to handle emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant pool surveillance and respond to emergencies following FEAP.
• Enforce pool rules in a calm, professional manner.
• Complete monthly in-service training and timely incident reports.
• Perform safety inspections, basic cleaning and equipment checks.
• Participate in drills to meet Starguard Elite standards.
• Communicate with staff and the public in a positive manner.

Skills

Swim proficiency

CPR/AED

Emergency response

Communication

Teamwork

Conflict management

Customer service

Public safety

Education

Starguard Elite Lifeguarding Certification

Basic Life Support

First Aid Certification

Tools

Lifesaving equipment

Pool rescue equipment

Job description

Posting number: P1586-26

Department: PARKS,RECREATION, OPEN SPACE & FORESTRY

Division: AQUATICS

Job classification: Lifeguard (PT)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation

Summary

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for direct and constant pool surveillance, provides emergency response to drowning and medical events, enforces all safety rules and regulations, and ensures a safe and fun swimming environment for all patrons.
*This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre‑employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies*

Examples of duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations maybe made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement, and the Town may change these duties at any time.

• Provides direct, constant and uninterrupted swimming pool and patron surveillance to the assigned zone of coverage.
• Recognizes, responds to and provides necessary emergency care within limits of training and the Facility Emergency Action Plan (FEAP) to persons in distress, in the pool and facility. This includes administering CPR, emergency oxygen and the use of an AED to protect and/or preserve life.
• Enforces facility rules, regulations and the patron code of conduct in a calm and professional manner.
• Participates in a minimum of four (4) hours of continuing education/in-service training each month.
• Reports all rescues, accidents, incidents to the Manager on Duty as soon as possible; completes accurate reports in a timely manner.
• Performs daily safety inspections of pool facilities to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patrons.
• Performs shift‑based cleaning and basic maintenance of pool facilities.
• Participates in a variety of drills and audits to ensure compliance with Facility and Starguard Elite standards.
• Utilizes effective written and verbal communication techniques to communicate with Town of Parker staff, management, and the public in a positive and professional manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age. Requires the ability to swim and effectively complete a variety of in‑water maneuvers during a pre‑employment screening.

Possession of or the ability to obtain a Starguard Elite Lifeguarding Certification, or equivalent lifeguarding certification, Basic Life Support and First Aid Certification, or an equivalent in‑house course within thirty (30) days of hire.

Employment Standards

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Knowledge of relevant town, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Knowledge of pool and facility rules, regulations and best practices.
• Knowledge of commercial pool operations.
• Knowledge of basic life support and first aid techniques.
• Skill in the use and ability to operate lifesaving equipment and pool rescue equipment.
• Skill in the use verbal communication to advise of safety risks and rules.
• Skill in basic swimming and the ability to pass regular physical testing requirements.
• Skill in conflict management.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with patrons and co‑workers.
• Ability to handle incidents and confrontations in a recreation facility.
• Ability to provide a positive customer service attitude towards all patrons.
• Ability to work as a team and respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment background and drug screen.

Supplemental information

Working Conditions

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.

Tools & Equipment

Requires frequent use of emergency, lifesaving equipment and basic pool cleaning/maintenance tools and equipment.

Physical Demands

Requires frequent swimming, standing, walking, sitting, talking, handling, feeling or operating objects, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Requires reaching with hands and arms, climbing and balancing. Requires moderate to vigorous physical activity with heavy lifting, up to one hundred (100) pounds, including the pulling or lifting of a limp body. Requires close and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust focus, allowing a broad field of vision.

Every employee in this position should assume that strenuous physical activity in saving a patron’s life may be required.

Environment

Work is frequently performed at an indoor or outdoor pool with exposure to high levels of humidity and the varying temperatures. The noise level is usually high and may range from moderate to extreme. The employee may occasionally work with or around hazardous items or hazardous conditions such as mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, chemicals, or radiant energy.

Additional Information

Parker is committed to maintaining a friendly, home town atmosphere. We place a premium on teamwork and participation while encouraging creativity and individual initiative. We believe that through collaboration,leadership can occur at all levels. We take our commitments seriously and strive to reach positive solutions.
The duties of the job description are to be performed by demonstrating the Town's core values of Commitment to Quality Service, Integrity, Innovation and Teamwork. This job description does not intend to list every function of the position, does not constitute an employment agreement, and is subject to change.
In order to ensure the safety of the public and reduce the risk for loss, background screenings are completed on applicants selected for employment, internship opportunities and safety sensitive volunteer positions. All positions are subject to a basic screening process including but not limited to criminal history search, reference check, degree and employment verification. In addition to the basic screening process, other screenings may include but are not limited to: Drug screen, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, credit report and/or physical examination.

The Town of Parker is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hiring Range: $19.10-20.88 hourly
Full Salary Range: $19.10-$24.20 hourly