JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction and supervision of the Head Lifeguard, Aquatic Manager, Assistant Aquatic Manager and Manager on Duty; this position is primarily responsible to supervise the pool, deck area, and related support facilities.
BENEFITS
Part-Time employees receive free membership to our Lifestyles Fitness Center and the Pelican Harbor water park.
Part-Time employees receive 30% discount on programs and family members in their household also receive 30% off memberships & programs.
Part-Time staff working 1000 hours in the current year, earn 16 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO) in the following year.
Eligible for mandatory pension plan based on 1000 hours or more worked per year.
Free CPR/AED training.
Employee Recognition Program
Employee payroll portal.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING
- Must be certified in StarGuard lifeguard training program
- Adult, child and infant CPR and first aid certification
- Must be at least 15 years of age (if under 16, you must obtain a work permit if hired)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Water rescues for a victim in any situation.
- Knowledge of basic life support information including CPR and rescue breathing for adults, children, and infants; oxygen administration; and first aid.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise general public swim, concentrating on safety as the number one priority.
- Strictly enforce policies, rules and regulations.
- Assist in the daily cleaning, order and care of the pool, locker rooms, deck, and surrounding areas.
- includes the emptying of litter receptacles. Maintain cleanliness of these areas throughout the day.
- Thoroughly review hazards and problems within entire facility, reporting any broken equipment
- conditions to the supervisor.
- Attend necessary staff meetings and trainings.
- Monitor patrons in locker room facilities.
- Be at station before patrons enter pool and until all patrons are out of pool.
- Be properly dressed and presenting a neat appearance.
- Follow emergency plan in the event of an emergency.
- Vacuum pools as scheduled.
- Perform other duties that may be assigned by supervisor.
- Abide by the Bolingbrook Park District dress code for your area
- Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program.
- Work as a Team Player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Seeing: to observe patrons in aquatic complex
- Walking: while supervising pool and deck area
- Sitting: while stationed in guard chair
- Lifting: to make rescues; to stack deck chairs; to empty trash receptacles
- Climbing: to get on guard chair
- Pulling: to put lane markers in place; to make rescue; to move deck chairs
- Pushing: to move deck chairs and lane line reel
- Stooping: to pick up litter
- Crouching: to pick up litter
- Reaching: to retrieve materials such as first aid supplies
COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS
Must have the ability to assess emergency situations and react quickly and calmly. Ability to relate to others in a professional manner. Must exhibit good safety awareness and judgment
FLSA
This is a Part Time, hourly non-exempt position
HOURS
Hours will be set by Aquatic Manager. Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends
IMPORTANT: If you are under the age of 16, you will need to obtain a work permit from your school if hired.
