What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard Instructor 2025-023 position at City of Chicopee?
City of Chicopee
Position:
Lifeguard Instructor
Department: Recreation
Employment Status: Non-Exempt, Chapter 7 Ordinance, Seasonal (Hours Varies)
Salary: $19.00/Hour
Schedule: *Dependent on pool operating hours
Certifications/Licenses Required: Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License, Certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training or Y.M.C.A., American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid and C.P.R./A.E.D., American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid, American Heart Association Basic First Aid, American Heart Association C.P.R./A.E.D. and W.S.I. preferred
SUMMARY
The City of Chicopee’s Recreation Division is hiring a Lifeguard Instructor whose duties may include Lifeguarding of pool, written maintenance logs, participation in-service training and working with the public. Individuals are also responsible for general maintenance of the pool or park and assistance with learn to swim program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Follows weekly life guarding schedule for the main pool.
- Maintains the appearance and safety of the pool and all of its surrounding areas.
- In proper uniform, attentive, using rescue equipment, and at proper lifeguard station while on duty.
- Assures the safety of all patrons.
- Assist in daily learn to swim program as assigned by the Instructor Guard as needed.
- Assists Head Lifeguard in cleaning of pool.
- Responsible for testing pool chemicals when requested by instructor or head guard.
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Massachusetts Class D Driver's License. - Preferred
- Certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training or Y.M.C.A., American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid and C.P.R./A.E.D., American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid, American Heart Association Basic First Aid, American Heart Association C.P.R./A.E.D. and W.S.I. - Preferred
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High School Diploma/G.E.D. – Preferred
- Or must have completed 11th Grade
- Age 16 - Required
- At least six (6) months of related experience in lifeguarding of pools or open water. - Preferred
- General knowledge of pools, pool maintenance and customer service. - Preferred
BENEFITS
The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include the following:
Recurring Sick Time,
Vacation,
Thirteen Holidays Per Year,
Retirement Plan, and more…
HOW TO APPLY
If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following:
Go to chicopeema.gov/jobs and apply online
OR
deliver it along with your resume to:
Department of Human Resources
Chicopee City Hall,
274 Front Street, 1st Fl.
Chicopee, MA. 01013.
Questions?
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The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Salary : $19
