City of Northglenn, CO

Department: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. Non-Certified Applicants will be enrolled in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Program.. May teach swimming lessons under the direction of Lifeguard/Instructor or Head Lifeguard.. Sufficient physical strength and conditioning to rescue swimmers in danger of drowning regardless of situation and even if possible drowning victim resists rescue efforts.. Employee works in a position that is classified as a "no benefit" position (i.e., Fitness Instructor, Scorekeeper, Substitute Lifeguard).

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Salary: $16.89 Hourly Location : Northglenn, CO Job Type: Regular Part-Time 32+ Job Number: 2024-32 Department: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Opening Date: 02/27/2024 FLSA: Non-Exempt Nature of Work Applicants must first pass a swim test and an oral board interview before being enrolled in training. Non-Certified Applicants will be enrolled in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Program. Upon successful completion, applicants will receive the Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Assures the safe use of swimming pool facilities by observing pool customers, enforcing pool rules and regulations and providing emergency/first aid services. May teach swimming lessons under the direction of Lifeguard/Instructor or Head Lifeguard. Schedule: <ul><li>Monday through Friday approximately 8 AM to 3 PM each shift/weekday.<li>Starting hiring range is $16.89 up to $17.74 dependent on qualifications. </li></li></ul> Duties and Responsibilities Monitors activities in swimming pool areas to prevent drowning, injuries or accidents. Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid. Maintains order in swimming pool and adjacent areas. Performs cleaning duties including, but not limited to pool, office, and deck. Follows customer service philosophy. Attends monthly in-service trainings. Performs related duties as required. Knowledge of current lifeguarding techniques and procedures related to rescue of drowning swimmers. Knowledge of first aid procedures common in swimming pool operations. Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations by making proper judgments as to the correct course of action. Ability to demonstrate CPR and Rescue breathing skills within certification standards. Sufficient physical strength and conditioning to rescue swimmers in danger of drowning regardless of situation and even if possible drowning victim resists rescue efforts. Ability to enforce pool safety rules firmly and courteously with the public. Ability to work courteously with the public and support the City of Northglenn's Customer Service philosophy Represents the City of Northglenn in a positive, professional manner to the community Communication Skills Decision Making Skills Education and Experience Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. Must be at least 15 years of age. Will provide training - Lifeguard Training, CPR and First Aide Must pass an interview and the course, in order to be hired. Supplemental Information Selected candidates must be able to: Shallow Lifeguard Prerequisites: <ul><li>Minimum age: 15 years; <li>Swim 100 yards continuously-Swim goggles are allowed<li>Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs; <li>Complete a timed event within 50 seconds by Starting in the water, swim 20 yards, Swim goggles are not allowed<li>Submerge to a depth of 4 to 5 feet to retrieve a10-pound object, Return to the surface and walk or swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and exit the water without using steps or a ladder.</li></li></li></li></li></ul> Deep Lifeguard Pre-requisites: <ul><li>Minimum age: 15 years; <li>Swim 300 yards continuously-Swim goggles are allowed<li>Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs; <li>Surface dive, feet first or head first, to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10 pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point, both hands holding the object at or near the surface so you can still breath. You are not allowed to swim under water. Exit the water without using steps or a ladder.</li></li></li></li></ul> Lifeguard Training if you pass both the Swim Test and Interview: <ul><li>Interview Process - Pre-Requisite Swim Test & In-Person Interview<li>Online LG Training Class - 7 Hours<li>2 In-Person Class Sessions - 9 Hours on the Weekend<li>2 Final Exams - CPR/1st Aid/AED & Lifeguarding Skills<li>We are looking for a minimum of 10 hours a week<ul><li>More likely to be 10 - 15 hrs</li></ul></li></li></li></li></li></ul> Selected candidate will be required to complete and pass a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen. Benefits Vary Depending on the Status of the Position Details of the City of Northglenn's benefits program can be viewed DESCRIPTION & BENEFITS Regular Full-Time Employee works in a position that is classified as 40 hours per week. Eligible for full benefit package including medical, dental, life and LTD insurance; pension and general leave and optional benefits. Regular Part-Time 30+ Employee works in a position that is classified as 30+ hours per week. City pays contribution toward employee only medical and dental insurance. Employee can pay the difference to cover spouse and/or children. Life & LTD insurance coverage is provided. Employee participates in the City's pension plan and the City contributes to the plan. Employee accrues general leave on a pro-rated basis and optional benefits. Regular Part-Time 20+ Employee works in a position that is classified as 20+ hours per week but less than 30 hours. City pays contribution toward employee only medical insurance. Employee accrues general leave on a pro-rated basis and the City pays 3.75% toward deferred compensation and optional benefits. Regular Part-Time (less than 20 hours/wk) Employee works is a position that is classified as less than 20 hours per week. Employee accrues general leave on a pro-rated basis and the City pays 3.75% toward deferred compensation. Part-Time (No Benefits) Employee works in a position that is classified as a "no benefit" position (i.e., Fitness Instructor, Scorekeeper, Substitute Lifeguard). Employee is not eligible for benefits and pays 7.5% toward deferred compensation. Seasonal/Temporary Employee works in a position that is classified as a short-term position, is not eligible for benefits and pays 7.5% toward deferred compensation.

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