SEASONAL LIFEGUARD I - Range 7 / AMEA

Municipality of Anchorage; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Municipality of Anchorage is seeking a Lifeguard to supervise pool participants, enforce safety rules, perform water quality checks, assist with rescues, and support the Emergency Action/Management Plan at Chugiak Pool.

Applicants must hold American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer at time of hire; pass a national background check; and commitment to safety, accessibility, and customer service; AMEA preference may apply.

Qualifications

• Must have valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training at time of hire.
• First Aid Certification required at time of hire.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants to ensure safety at all times.
• Communicate information to coworkers, supervisor, and the public.
• Perform water quality checks and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Perform rescues, provide first aid and CPR per procedures.
• Assist with Emergency Action/Management Plan.

Skills

Water safety

Rescue techniques

First aid

CPR

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training

First Aid Certification

CPR for Professional Rescuers

Job description

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

DEPARTMENT:

Parks & Recreation

HOURS OF WORK:

Hours vary according to program needs

LOCATION:

Chugiak Pool, 16525 S Birchwood Loop Rd, Chugiak, AK

Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.

Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

This position provides supervision of participants to ensure that safety of all persons utilizing Municipal pools/lakes; communicates information to coworkers, immediate supervisor and the public; provides a wide variety of water safety instruction to children and adults; responsibilities also include performing facility and grounds security and maintenance; performing rescues, assists, first aid, CPR and functions of the Emergency Action/Management Plan; and performing duties related to maintaining swimming pool water quality standards. Must be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Other duties as assigned.

Must possess the following valid certifications to apply:

• American Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguard Training at time of hire.
• American Red Cross or equivalent First Aid Certification at time of hire.
• American Red Cross or equivalent Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Professional Rescuers at time of hire.
• Employment is conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160 and AS 12.62.400).

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment.The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160) and (AS 12.62.400). Accordingly, it will be necessary for the selected applicant to provide certain identification information and be fingerprinted. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days from the date requested. The processing fee of $47.00 plus the cost of being fingerprinted (variable), is the responsibility of the selected applicant and must be accomplished before beginning work.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of current American Red Cross First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certifications or the equivalent.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of current American Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguard Training.

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.