Lifeguard Trainer

Castle Rock, CO; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Castle Rock, CO is seeking a Lifeguard Instructor to train and certify upcoming lifeguards. Responsibilities include teaching CPR, conducting training sessions, and assessing the skills of future lifeguards. A High School Diploma and at least one year of related experience are required, along with StarGuard Elite Certifications. This role emphasizes safety, effective communication, and hands-on instruction in pool and classroom settings.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum one year of experience as a lifeguard or equivalent training.
• Must hold various StarGuard Elite Certifications.
• Ability to effectively convey information and evaluate students.
• Must hold StarGuard Elite Certifications: Lifeguard Instructor, First Aid, CPR/Professional Rescuer, AED and Administering Emergency Oxygen, Epi Pin and Rescue Inhaler.
• Knowledge of rescue techniques and water safety; ability to convey information to students
• Ability to withstand pool area conditions and exercise judgment

Responsibilities

• Train others to become certified lifeguards.
• Prepare and grade lesson plans and tests.
• Evaluate students' progress based on established guidelines.
• Instructs candidates in Community Adult CPR, Child/Infant CPR and First Aid
• Teaches effective water rescues and lifeguarding skills
• Provides instruction and interacts with students in the pool area (in and out of the water) and in the classroom
• Evaluates students' progress; follows American Red Cross guidelines
• Prepares and grades lesson plans, homework, practice teachings and tests
• Maintains communication with Aquatics Inservice Training Coordinator to update class status and request materials
• Assists in instruction of regular inservice training sessions
• May be required to perform emergency first aid and life-saving techniques
• Performs other duties

Skills

Knowledge of rescue techniques

Effective communication skills

Ability to work in warm conditions

Public speaking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Recreation Center, 2301 Woodlands Boulevard, Castle Rock, CO 80104, USA

Miller Activity Complex, 1375 W. Plum Creek Parkway, Castle Rock, CO 80104, USA

This posting will remain open continuously until filled.

The Town of Castle Rock’s future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that makes decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock’s identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply.

• Trains others to become lifeguards and become certified as American Red Cross Lifeguards
• Ensures proper preparation of classroom, pool, materials and training equipment
• Provides instruction for certification in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED and Oxygen Administration
• Instructs candidates in Community Adult CPR, Child/Infant CPR and First Aid
• Teach effective water rescues and lifeguarding skills
• Provides instruction and interacts with students in the pool area (in and out of the water) and in the classroom
• Evaluates students' progress. Follows American Red Cross guidelines in deciding whether the student passes
• Prepares and grades lesson plans, homework, practice teachings and tests
• Maintains communication with Aquatics Inservice Training Coordinator to update class status and request materials
• Assists in instruction of regular inservice training sessions
• May be required to perform emergency first aid and life-saving techniques
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

Minimum Qualifications:

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: One (1) year experience as a lifeguard; or an equivalent education, training, and experience

Licenses and/or Certifications Required:

Must hold the following StarGuard Elite Certifications: Lifeguard Instructor, First Aid, CPR/Professional Rescuer, AED and Administering Emergency Oxygen, Epi Pin and Rescue Inhaler.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to physically perform and demonstrate various rescue techniques, life-saving procedures and water safety instruction
• Ability to effectively convey information to students
• Ability to physically withstand exposure to warm temperatures, chemicals, water and other conditions found in the pool area
• Ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and advisory data to problem resolution. Advisory data includes Parks and Recreation policies and procedures and lifeguarding manuals

Physical Demands:

• Occasional physical work lifting no more than 10 pounds
• Occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment
• Vision for reading, recording and interpreting information
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens
• Extended periods of time in the pool and pool area with exposure to temperature extremes, varying weather conditions, chemicals, water and other conditions found in the pool area

Equipment Used:

• This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check prior to commencing employment.

The Town of Castle Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.