Part-Time Lifeguard/Instructor (All Aquatic Centers)

Cobb County Government; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a part-time Lifeguard/Instructor at a vibrant aquatic center. This role offers the chance to ensure the safety of swimmers while providing essential swimming instruction. You'll engage with the community, teaching valuable skills and promoting water safety. Ideal candidates will have a passion for swimming and safety, and the ability to connect with people of all ages. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact while enjoying the water. Dive into a rewarding experience today!

Qualifications

• Must be age 15 or older, able to pass a water/skills test.
• Preferred certifications include Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safety of swimmers and compliance with pool rules.
• Instructs swimming lessons and monitors safety during classes.
• Maintains the pool and assists with customer service.

Skills

Lifeguarding

CPR

First Aid

Swimming Instruction

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Part-Time Lifeguard/Instructor (All Aquatic Centers)

Pay: $17.51 - $27.14 / hour

Employment type: Part-Time

Job Description

Req#: 4049352

All positions are part-time and may be filled as a Lifeguard or Lifeguard/Instructor, depending upon qualifications.

The water skills will be the prerequisite for the lifeguarding class if the applicant isn’t certified. Applicants may be asked to complete the water skills as part of the interview process.

The water skills test consists of the following:

• 300-yard swim using front crawl or breaststroke
• Two-minute tread using legs only
• The ability to retrieve a 10-lb dive weight from 7 ft. deep, surface and swim 20 yds. with the weight using legs only, and exit the pool without using a ladder within 100 seconds

Multiple positions are available at the following locations:

• Central Aquatics
• West Cobb Aquatics
• Mountain View Aquatics
• South Cobb Aquatics

Lifeguard: $17.00/hr. (Grade: 100P)
Lifeguard/Instructor: $17.51/hr. (Grade 101P)

Part-Time Lifeguard

Ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. Ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and others.

Observes and oversees the activities of swimmers: scans the water; enforces pool rules; maintains discipline; takes preventive safety actions; rescues distressed swimmers; provides emergency first aid and CPR; and performs other emergency lifesaving services as needed.

Maintains the swimming pool and facility: assists with opening the pool, cleans restrooms, locker rooms, walkways, pool deck, and furniture; stocks supplies; and maintains related documentation.

Performs customer service functions: provides information and answers questions regarding policies, procedures, programs, fees, and other issues; responds to questions and complaints; initiates problem resolution.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Part-Time Lifeguard/Instructor

In addition to the above, instructs swimming lessons: prepares lesson plans; registers participants; takes attendance; teaches and demonstrates skills; tests participants; makes recommendations; and monitors safety during classes.

Maintains the pool and facility, performs customer service, and other duties as above.

Minimum Qualifications

Part-Time Lifeguard: Must be age 15 or older, able to pass a water/skills test. High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Part-Time Lifeguard/Instructor: Must be age 16 or older, able to pass a water/skills test. High School Diploma or GED plus one year of lifeguarding experience preferred.

Preferred certifications: Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid for Lifeguard; additionally Water Safety Instructor for Lifeguard/Instructor.

Tasks require moderate physical effort, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, and lifting (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Ability to perceive colors and visual cues; communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance may involve exposure to adverse conditions such as dirt, dust, humidity, fumes, hazardous materials, water hazards, and difficult customers.

About the company

Cobb County is located in the Atlanta metropolitan area in Georgia, in the north-central part of the state.