School Year: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor - Training provided Deerfield Park District

Deerfield Park District; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Free pool pass

Paid training and certification

Job summary

Deerfield Park District is seeking Lifeguards and Swim Instructors to support indoor pools during the year with paid training provided. Starting wage is $20.00 per hour, with a range up to $22.50. Flexible, consistent schedules and opportunities to continue roles indoors are offered.

Shifts include Sachs Recreation Center and Deerfield High School evenings, weekends, and some training times. Must be at least 15, enjoy working with children, and pass required certifications.

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older (work permit required for 15-year-olds).
• Enjoys working with children.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Pass Starfish certification during paid training.

Responsibilities

• Perform lifeguard duties including in-pool rescues, CPR, AED, oxygen and first aid.
• Respond to emergencies and enforce pool rules.
• Maintain pool deck, locker rooms, and facilities.
• Set up lanes and starting blocks; assist with maintenance.
• Teach camp, group, and private swim lessons; monitor progress and communicate with parents.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings.

Skills

Swim ability

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety awareness

CPR/AED

Education

High school student or equivalent

Job description

School Year: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor - Training provided

The Deerfield Park District has a mission to provide outstanding parks, services, facilities, and recreation programs that enrich lives, promote healthy living, and provide memorable experiences. To support our over 25 parks and facilities we have a dedicated and diverse workforce of over 500 staff seasonally. We are an award-winning Park District with multiple distinctions of excellence, including our Best Workplace for Commuters.

Be a part of a supportive team of peers while staying active and learning new skills. Our Lifeguards help maintain an environment of safety in our Aquatic facilities. We provide paid training and the opportunity to continue lifeguarding and/or swim instructor roles indoors during the year.

Want to be a Lifeguard? If hired, we'll pay for your training and certification as a Red Cross Lifeguard.

We are looking for:

School Year Lifeguards and Swim Instructors to support our indoor pools during the year.

Pay rate: Starting at $20.00

Available Shifts:

Sachs Recreation Center (SRC)

Monday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 5:00pm; 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Saturdays: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Deerfield High School (DHS)

Monday - Friday 5:00pm-7:00pm & 7:00pm-9:00pm

Saturdays: 9:00am - 1:00pm, Training 2:00pm-4:00pm

Hours include multiple shifts and may not be for the entire listed time. This info is to give you a general idea of when you can expect to work.

Flexible, and consistent schedules offered.

Essential Functions Include:

• Ability to focus and maintain the 30 second standard.
• Performs life-saving techniques including in-pool rescues, CPR, AED, and Oxygen administration and first aid.
• Respond to emergencies.
• Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe activities and enforces facility rules.
• Cleans the pool deck area and locker rooms.
• Installs or removes lane lines and starting blocks.
• Must have the ability to perform the physical and cognitive skills necessary to achieve and maintain a lifeguard and CPR certification as prescribed by the agency.
• Responds to concerns and requests from members, residents and guests with a sense of urgency and take the necessary corrective action including follow up.
• Attends all appropriate staff meetings and required in-service trainings.
• Customer Service oriented.
• Teaches participants of all ages and swimming ability for camp lessons, group lessons and private lessons.
• Instruct proper stroke technique and safety skills.
• Assists with general maintenance and cleanliness of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms.
• Have attendance rosters, equipment and other teaching materials ready prior to the beginning of each class.
• Maintain accurate attendance and progress reports for all students.
• Maintain positive environment in the class by communicating progress with each swimmer’s parent.
• Complete updated and accurate skill sheets on each swimmer.
• Required to attend weekly in-service meetings.
• Report any problems to pool manager and/or lesson coordinators immediately.

Requirements

• Must be 15 years of age or older (work permit required for 15-year-olds).
• Enjoys having fun!
• Like working with children.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to swim.
• Pass Starfish certification during paid training.
• Must demonstrate vision capabilities of 20/30 corrected or best corrected.
• If needed, must always wear corrective eye wear to maintain 20/30 or better vision while lifeguarding.
• Must have the ability to remain calm under stress levels associated with constant public contact.
• We abide by the IL Park District Code in our hiring practices.

Wage Range: $20 - $22.50, starting pay at the base of range.

Benefits: Sachs Recreation Center free membership and free pool pass for employee during employment with park district.