Seasonal Lifeguard/ Swim Instructor- O'Fallon Aquatic Center

City of O'Fallon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of O'Fallon is seeking a Seasonal Lifeguard/Swim Instructor for the O'Fallon Aquatic Center. This position requires monitoring pool safety, instructing swimmers, and maintaining the facilities. Ideal candidates will have the American Red Cross Lifeguard certification and must be reliable, diligent, and trustworthy. Work availability is required from mid-May through Labor Day, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Must be able to provide reliable transportation.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain the safety of customers.
• Patrol pool facilities and enforce facility rules.
• Assist pool manager with inquiries and complaints.

Skills

Communication

Trustworthiness

Reliability

Diligence

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification

Valid work permit

Job description

Position:Seasonal Lifeguard/ Swim Instructor- O'Fallon Aquatic Center

Location: O'Fallon, IL

Job Id:357

# of Openings:1

Job Summary:

Monitor and maintain the safety of customers, patrolling and enforcing facility rules, general cleaning and daily

maintenance of pool facilities and locker rooms, instructing swimmers in swim school, and other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

FLSA:

Employment Type:

Pay:

•Assist other staff with maintaining the safety of customers

•Assists pool manager with opening and closing procedures

•Patrol pool facilities and enforce facility rules

•Assist pool manager with public inquiries, concerns, and complaints to resolve issues and improve services

•Department assistance as needed.

•Must be at least 15 years of age- Required.

•Must be able to prove reliable transportation-Required.

•A valid work Permit- Required.

•Must be able to pass a background check, (ages 18+)- Required.

•American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard certification (upload a copy with the application you submit).

•Ability to follow instructions.

•Qualities such as trustworthiness, reliability, diligence.

•Physical and mental capacity to perform the essential functions of the position.

•Ability to read, write and communicate well with others (English).

•Available Mid-May through Labor Day. evenings and weekend are required.

•Qualities such as diplomacy, trustworthiness, reliability, and diligence.

•Available mid-May through Labor Day - evenings and weekends are required.

Essential Physical Requirements:

•Must be able to work long hours outdoors, especially, summer temperatures.

•Must be available mornings, days, nights, and weekends.

•Must be able to stand, sit, kneel, or squat for long periods of time.

•Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

•Ability to use close and long-distance vision and adjust between the two.

•Running related to the job duties will be occasionally necessary.

•Ability to communicate effectively, included but not limited to speaking, directing, and listening.

Questions about the work can be directed to Kirkwood Meyers [e-mail].

Equal Employment Statement

The City of O’Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.