What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2024 – 2025 Aquatics – Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Head Guard Opportunities position at Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District?
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Explore paid training pathways to employment in aquatic roles!
Explore paid training pathways to employment in aquatic roles!
Earn to Learn offers individuals aged 16 and up the chance to receive paid training for aquatic positions. Qualified candidates can apply for lifeguard or swim instructor positions and receive paid professional training while obtaining necessary certifications.
AQUATIC PROFESSIONALS REPORT TO THE POOL!
The Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation District (THPRD) is seeking team members to support our Aquatics Program in the Beaverton area. This is a great opportunity to use your aquatic training and leadership skills to help others stay safe and enjoy being in the pool. The district also provides a bilingual pay incentive to staff who regularly use their bilingual or multilingual skills! Scheduling:
We're hiring for multiple roles across various facilities, with hours based on program needs.
- Part-time employees work fewer than 1,560 hours annually.
- PTB-eligible employees work 20-29 hours per week year-round and qualify for benefits.
- Shifts vary from 2-29 hours per week, between 6:00 am and 9:00 pm, with weekend shifts available.
Lifeguard duties include, but are not limited to:
- Providing lifeguard services such as responding to emergencies, and administering CPR/First Aid when necessary
- Providing a program/class atmosphere that promotes and encourages inclusion and satisfaction of all participants
- Training as an aide in lessons and teaching basic swim lessons
- Assisting at the front desk as needed
Swim Instructor duties include, but are not limited to:
- Teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities
- Planning swimming lessons that consider students’ abilities and progressive development
- Providing a program/class atmosphere that promotes and encourages inclusion and satisfaction of all participants
Head Guard duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assigning duties to part-time staff, and ensuring lifeguards perform in accordance with established work safety regulations and guidelines
- Providing lifeguard services, responding to emergencies, and administering CPR/First Aid when necessary
- Assisting at the front desk as needed
- Monitoring water chemistry (every two hours at indoor facilities; hourly at outdoor pools).
- Opening and closing procedures, including facility inspections
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Employee Perks
Employees enjoy free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for their household. Check out the “Benefits” tab for more details!
Classification Status:
THPRD is hiring for multiple roles with hours varying based on program needs.
- Part-Time Variable (PT): Employees generally work fewer than 20 hours per week and no more than 1,560 hours annually.
- Part-Time Benefits (PTB) Eligible: Employees work 20-29 hours per week year-round and are eligible for benefits.
For more information about our part-time classifications, please visit Part-Time Classifications.
Application Review:
The hiring team will review applications as they are received to assess fit for the role. If your qualifications align with our needs, we will contact you directly to discuss the next steps. Please note, this recruitment process will be used to fill multiple openings and will continue until all positions are filled.
THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@thprd.org.
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Salary : $18 - $21
