LIFEGUARD (AQUATIC PROGRAMMER I)

LIFEGUARD (AQUATIC PROGRAMMER I)

Lifeguard - Aquatic Programmer I
Year round, part-time (22.50 hours/week) position.

The City of Portland Aquatics Division is offering an opportunity to engage with the community and make a difference as a Lifeguard! Do you want to make a splash by helping others stay safe while having fun? This is a part-time opportunity for Lifeguards who are passionate about ensuring the safety of guests in and around the pool area. Promising candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to promote safety and work well in a team environment. If you’re ready to dive into a rewarding role that combines responsibility, customer service, and a love for the water, we want YOU to join our team!

Required Skills & Experience:

• Good customer service skills and ability to work with a diverse population.
• Prior experience working with preschool children and youth.
• Ability to maintain order and enforce rules and regulations and to impart enthusiasm in a positive and productive atmosphere.
• Knowledge of a variety of aquatic activities.
• Ability to exercise good judgment.
• Must hold a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification and must attach copies of certifications to your application.
• Must pass a criminal conviction background check.

Applications accepted until filled
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union position, CEBA (Grade 5) - Starting at $18.78/hr.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits may include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
• Thirteen paid holidays
• Sick, vacation, and personal leave
• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
• Use of City recreation facilities
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Shae Gonzalez (City of Portland Recruiter) at sgonzalez@portlandmaine.gov or 207-653-3615 (call or text)

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Group : CEBA

Job Family : PART-TIME, TEMP & SEASONAL

Posting Start : 12/20/2024

Posting End : 12/31/9999

Details : Job Description