Park Point Lifeguard

Job Title: Park Point Lifeguard

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Part-Time

Reports to: Director of Compliance and Safety

Seasonal Staff Benefits:

• Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
• Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller 
• Team member referral program
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities
• Employee assistance program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged

Summary/Objective
Maintains safe swimming conditions in the designated swimming area behind the Beach House. Assists in day-to-day operations of the public Beach House. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Maintains constant surveillance of the designated swimming area.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the public and other staff.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the designated aquatic area.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies City of Duluth Park Rules within the Park Point Rec area.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the designated area for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Attends all staff meetings and training as required.
• Maintain current certifications.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity.

Rec Area Safety Staff:

Safety Staff are on duty at the Beach House on days when conditions are unsafe for swimming. In addition to the essential functions of the lifeguard listed above, the job description for Safety Staff has the following additions:

• Keep the Beach House, designated swimming area, and Rec Area clean and safe for public use.
• Interact with beach users, educating them of present dangers.
• Be able to perform light cleaning tasks such as cleaning bathrooms, taking out garbage, mopping floors, etc.
• Assist beach users with the USCG Auxiliary Lifejacket Loaner station.
• Assist the Duluth Fire Department in monitoring water conditions as it relates to rip current safety and informs them of any flag changes that may need to occur.
• Complete duty checklists and reports.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by a supervisor or senior staff.

YMCA Competencies

• : Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence.
• : Employs influence strategies that engage, inspire, and build commitment to the cause and overall Y goals.
• : Listens and expresses self effectively and in a manner that reflects a true understanding of the needs of the audience.
• : Integrates logic, intuition, and sound judgment to analyze information to identify greatest opportunities, make sound decisions, and solve problems.
• : Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will not have any supervisory responsibility.

Work Environment

The work environment for this position includes a building and a sand beach waterfront. Work environment will vary depending on the weather at the Park Point Beach House.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to pass lifeguard water test.
• Must be able to remain alert.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods in different weather conditions.
• Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
• Ability to continuously scan all areas of the designated swimming area with clear vision.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
• Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time position. Hours are 12 – 5 pm or 11 am – 6 pm, depending on the day. Weekend availability is required.

Travel

Travel is not required for this position.

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum age of 18.
• Certifications: Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED with Waterfront Module (required), and Oxygen (preferred). Waterfront Module and Oxygen training can be provided upon hire.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Successful completion of the Duluth Y’s Lifeguard Assessment prior to employment
• Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.

Preferred Education and Experience

One-year post-high school experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.

EEO Statement

The Duluth Area Family YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Application Question(s):

• What is a valid email address to be contacted for scheduling an interview?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19