SEASONAL LIFEGUARD I - Range 7 / AMEA (13 vacancies)

Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
HOURS OF WORK: Hours Vary; Monday thru Saturday 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM
LOCATION OF WORK: West Pool, 1700 Hillcrest Dr., 2909 W. 88th Ave, Dimond Pool

Example of Duties

This position as assigned: lifeguards indoor and outdoor aquatic activities; teaches swim ming lessons, takes hourly chemical readings and adjusts pool chemistry as needed, cleans facility and cashiers Incumbent must be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding and CPR for the Professional Rescurer. Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

Must possess the following valid certifications to apply:

• American Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguard Training at time of hire.
• American Red Cross or equivalent First Aid Certification at time of hire.
• American Red Cross or equivalent Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Professional Rescuers at time of hire.

Additional Important Information

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160) and (AS 12.62.400). Accordingly, it will be necessary for the selected applicant to provide certain identification information and be fingerprinted. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days from the date requested. The processing fee of $47.00 plus the cost of being fingerprinted (variable), is the responsibility of the selected applicant and must be accomplished before beginning work.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of current American Red Cross First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certifications or the equivalent.
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

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Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: $17.02 - $19.74 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Anchorage, AK 99517 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Anchorage, AK 99517: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20