Lifeguard

Description

Duties: Under the direction of the Aquatic Manager, the Lifeguard is responsible for the following:

• Presenting a positive image of the Peoria Park District and the Aquatics Operation.
• Enforcing all pool rules at all times.
• Attending In-Service training on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Maintaining ILTP technical rescue skills competency at “test ready” levels at all times during the period of licensure.
• Maintaining mental and physical skill levels also at a “test ready” level.
• Enforcing and maintaining the 10/20 Protection Standard at all times.
• Making sure to perform “bottom checks” each rotation in and out of the lifeguard chair.
• Not leaving post except for a rescue or when relieved by another lifeguard or supervisor.
• Caring for all equipment and replacing it in the correct place after each use.
• Being able to work the assigned shift.
• Completing cleaning duties, such as, but not limited to the following:
  • Moving chairs
  • Sweeping
  • Mopping
  • Scrubbing the deck
  • Cleaning restroom areas
  • Restocking restrooms
  • Taking the trash out
  • Vacuuming and cleaning pools
  • Wiping down windows
  • Pulling weeds
  • Spreading mulch
• Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed. Supporting all aspects of the Park District’s safety procedures.
• Performing all other duties as required.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain your swimming ability at the “test-ready” level. Must be able to swim 200 yards using freestyle or breaststroke or a combination of both strokes and complete this in 4 minutes or less. 
• Able to perform a feet-first surface dive and retrieve a 10 lb. weighted brick and bring it to the surface.
• Must be able to tread water for 2 minutes only using legs.
• Maintain the ability to be able to rescue an adult from the deepest point of the training pool, bring them to the surface, perform “team” management by executing an extrication onto the pool deck, and perform a scenario that could involve:  rescue breathing, CPR, possible obstructed airway, or spinal management.
• Able to move and connect pool chemical containers weighing up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

Education: High school or college student preferred.

Experience: Previous experience swimming preferred. Must be at least 15 years of age or older.

Certification: Current Ellis Lifeguard certification or the ability to obtain this certification.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Considerable ability as a swimmer plus skills in water rescue work and resuscitation.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of pool rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work harmoniously with the public and fellow employees in an enthusiastic and cooperative manner.
• Ability to effectively communicate in both speaking and writing.
• Good/sound working relations with all aquatic employees.
• Knowledge of aquatics and aquatic safety.
• Ability to anticipate problems with the staff schedule and make corrections immediately.  
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.

Perks:

• Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.  

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.  

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Salary : $15 - $17