REC - Lifeguard

City of Sun Prairie; Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community as a Lifeguard at the Sun Prairie Family Aquatic Center! This role is perfect for those who love working in a dynamic environment while ensuring the safety of swimmers. Under the guidance of experienced leaders, you'll be responsible for monitoring the pool, enforcing safety regulations, and providing assistance during various aquatic programs. With flexible hours and the opportunity to work outdoors, this position is ideal for individuals looking to make a positive impact in their community while gaining valuable experience in lifesaving and emergency procedures. Dive into this rewarding opportunity and help create a safe and enjoyable environment for all!

Qualifications

• Must hold a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification.
• Experience working in an aquatic facility setting is desired.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pool environment and ensure safety for all patrons.
• Perform rescues and first aid as needed.

Skills

Lifeguarding Skills

First Aid and CPR

Emergency Procedures Knowledge

Communication Skills

Record Keeping

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification

15 years or older

Tools

Lifeguarding Rescue Equipment

First Aid Supplies

Job description

Under the leadership of the Pool Manager and Head Lifeguards, Lifeguards are responsible for providing a safe environment at the Sun Prairie Family Aquatic Center. Lifeguards will scan and watch the pool and swimmers, perform rescues and assists when needed, warn swimmers of dangerous practices and enforce the rules and regulations of the pool and facility.

Dates Needed: May - August
Hours: 30 – 40+ hours/week. Hours are flexible, Monday – Sunday between 6:30 am and 8:30 pm, lifeguarding for a variety of programs such as swim team practices, swim lessons, open swim, exercise classes and special events.

Major Duties/Essential Functions

• Supervise and ensure a safe pool environment for all pool patrons through American Red Cross Lifeguarding skills and best practices.
• Correct any violations of rules in a courteous, yet assertive manner.
• Perform first aid, CPR and utilize AED as needed.
• Enforce safe operation of waterslide, raindrop, geyser fountains, overhead water spray and drop slide water features.
• Perform open/closing procedures such as safety checks and inspections, light pool upkeep, etc.
• Complete necessary reports such as attendance checks, inspection forms, opening/closing checklists, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minor Duties/Responsibilities

• Attend weekly staff meetings and in-services.
• Conduct swim tests as needed.
• Assist in coverage for employee absences for lifeguard shifts and swim lessons.

Experience/Education

• Must be 15 years or older.
• Must hold a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification prior to June 1, 2025.
• One year of lifeguarding experience preferred.

Skills, Knowledge or Abilities Needed

• Experience working in an aquatic facility setting is desired.
• Knowledge of emergency lifesaving procedures in an aquatic setting.
• Ability and willingness to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability and willingness to perform a variety of tasks.
• Ability and willingness to keep accurate records and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Provide clear communication to and from supervisor and the public.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, talk, hear, read and write. This position frequently requires an employee to walk or bend. He/she may periodically need to reach, stoop, crouch, or kneel. The employee may be asked to clean, pick up, put away, and lift/carry and/or move equipment weighing approximately 10 - 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Lifeguarding rescue equipment such as rescue tube, backboard, shepherds hook, resuscitation mask, etc.
• First Aid Supplies.

Special Requirements

• Must be 15 years or older.
• Able/willing to obtain American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification.
• Able/willing to work flexible hours.
• Able/willing to work in an outdoor work environment with exposure to the weather.