Variable Lifeguard

The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.

HIRING RATE: $18.50/hour

Under direct supervision of Head Lifeguards, and Aquatic Coordinator, the lifeguard position is responsible for patron surveillance and safety including general maintenance, cleaning, and inspection of equipment in the Aquatics area in the rec centers and outdoor pools. Lifeguards must exhibit enthusiasm and dedication to their work. Lifeguard applicants must be 15 years of age or older.

The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position.  A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity.  Their work schedule is based on business need.  This position would be a part-time non benefitted position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential duties of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Responsible for the surveillance and safety of all patrons in the entire pool area and locker rooms.
• Must always be at assigned station or in assigned guard stand except when attending a rescue or accident.
• Know procedures for first aid and emergency situations as required and maintain accurate incident reports.
• Know and enforce all pool rules and regulations of the City of Lakewood in a firm, but polite manner.
• Maintain personal swimming fitness.
• Employ personal protection from sunburn or other health hazards associated with job responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationships

Supervision Received:  Receives general supervision from the Aquatics Coordinator and supplementary direction from the seasonal pool manager/assistant pool manager. 

Supervision Exercised: N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deal effectively with participants and the public in a positive way.
• Knowledge of pool safety and emergency action plans.
• Ability to maintain a safe environment at assigned location.
• Background check required.

Technological Skills

• Ability to operate Digiquatics and Workday.

Education and Experience

• Education:  N/A
• Experience: N/A

Certification/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires a medium level of physical ability including standing for long periods, bending reaching, lifting, jumping, walking, stretching, etc.

Must be able to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and up to 10 lbs force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Must be able to participate in the rescue or retrieval of an individual from the pool or assist an individual suffering from a medical condition.