POOL MANAGER
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Job Announcement Job Announcement 20250016 Lifeguard CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV/JOBS Department: Recreation, Golf, Library, & Culture Division: Recreation Hiring Range: $16.43/hour Various shifts, evenings, mid-day andweekends Locations include: Longmont Recreation Center, Sunset Pool, Centennial Pool Part Time Temporary Benefits include: Benefits required by law are included such as Jury & Witness Duty, Sick Leave, Social Security, and Medicare. Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered, please apply as soon as possible. Definition: Perform lifeguard duties at City owned and operated swimming pools and reservoirs by adhering to philosophies, policies and procedures of state, local and national agencies that certify or regulate lifeguards. Principal Duties: • Assure patron safety by continuous scanning • Monitor activities in and near the water through patron surveillance. • Prevent injuries by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors. • Enforce facility rules and regulations and educate patrons about them. • Recognize and respond quickly and effectively to all emergencies. • Administer first aid and CPR, including using an AED as needed. • Execute EAP's when necessary. • Complete appropriate paperwork when necessary and submit it in a timely manner to immediate supervisor. • Maintain current certifications and all lifesaving skills as taught in the American Red Cross lifeguard program. • Attend and participate in staff meetings and/or trainings. • Performs essential duties and additional tasks in a manner which enhances City Attributes. Working Environment: Work if primarily performed in a hot, humid environment. Work requires sufficient physical strength and demonstrated ability to rescue swimmer in danger of distress and/or drowning regardless of the situation, including possible drowning victim who resists rescue efforts. During the summer, work may be outdoors and will include exposure to all types of weather. The work requires extended periods of being alert, with sitting, standing or roving and constant scanning of swimmers. Vision must be sufficient to clearly see the entire pool area. Must be able to remain composed in emergency situations and make sound judgment decisions during both emergency and non-emergency situations. Hearing, speaking and good public relation skills are required. The work also entails working closely with co-employees and working as a team. Must have knowledge of and adhere to American Red Cross philosophies, policies and procedures. Must be able to work in an environment with poor acoustics and an array of distractions, including music and weather conditions. Qualifications: Has sound judgment. Can decipher between life threatening and non-life threatening emergencies. Good physical condition and ability to perform lifeguarding procedures as stated by the American Red Cross. Must be at least 15 years of age. Special Qualifications: Current certifications in American Red Cross lifeguarding and CPR/PR. American Red Cross Waterfront and American Red Cross water Safety instructor certification desired We're committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications, and encourages all candidates to apply and help us achieve our goal of creating an inclusive and equitable workplace. Selection The selection process will include complete job description review, personal interview, computer testing, background investigation, criminal background check, and substance screening. DEADLINE: Open Until Filled An ONLINE APPLICATION is required. This job is Open Until Filled. The online application process is available for this position on our website at www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs. Resumes will be accepted in lieu of the full City Application; however, they must be submitted via the City application site for consideration. Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered, please apply as soon as possible. For more information, call (303) ###-####. The City of Longmont is an equal opportunity employer. The City affirms its commitment to diversity and to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. The City will not discriminate against any person in recruiting, examining, appointing, hiring, training, placement, termination, layoffs, recall, transfer, leave of absence, promoting, compensating, retaining, disciplining, or any other personnel action on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, except when any of these categories constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification (i.e., an actual qualification for performing a job). If you need special assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance to make arrangements. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ALL CITY OF LONGMONT FACILITIES ARE SMOKE FREE