Full-Time Lifeguard II

About the role

In the absence of the Seasonal Pool Manager, the Lifeguard II position manages the facility and has all of the responsibilities designated for the manager on duty. This includes pool operations, staff supervision, customer service and pool maintenance. Supervision is exercised over Lifeguard I, Customer Service Attendants, Instructors and other temporary, seasonal positions.

Performs responsible semi-skilled and routine protective service work in supervising the safe use of public swimming facilities by pool visitors and aids troubled bathers in emergencies; performs related duties as required. Reports to the Seasonal Pool Manager or a Parks and Recreation Aquatic Operations Specialist.

Responsibilities

Manages the facility, including pool operations, staff supervision, customer service, and pool maintenance. Supervises Lifeguard I, Customer Service Attendants, Instructors, and other temporary, seasonal positions.

Performs semi-skilled and routine protective service work, supervising the safe use of public swimming facilities and aiding troubled bathers in emergencies.

Requirements

• Must be 17 years or older by employment start date.
• Minimum of three (3) months of experience with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation in a Lifeguard I position OR minimum of six (6) months of lifeguarding experience at other facilities.
• Must possess a current Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.
• Must be available to work varied shifts including weeknights, weekends and holidays.
• Must pass periodic CPR audits.
• Must complete training with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation to include but not limited to: in-service training, sexual harassment prevention training, water testing, chemical handling, cash handling, paperwork management and reporting.

Qualifications

Minimum of three (3) months of experience with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation in a Lifeguard I position OR minimum of six (6) months of lifeguarding experience at other facilities.

Must possess a current Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Skills

Lifeguarding, first aid, CPR, AED, pool operations, staff supervision, customer service, and pool maintenance.

Benefits

The hiring amount for this position is between $19.00 - $19.50 an hour. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity.

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Health insurance with employer contribution.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Gym membership reimbursement.
• Tuition assistance.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Vacation Leave: 3.09 hours accrued bi-weekly (increases with YOS).
• Sick Leave: 4.62 hours accrued bi-weekly, approx. 120 hours per year with no limit on accumulation.
• 13 Paid Observed City Holidays.
• 1 Floating Holiday which must be taken during the fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).
• Choice of retirement plan: Defined Benefit Pension Plan or Defined Contribution 401a Plan.
• Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Eligibility to purchase prior service credit under the Defined Benefit Plan.

Pay

The hiring amount for this position is between $19.00 - $19.50 an hour. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity.

Schedule

Anticipated Work Schedule (Subject to Change Based on Operational Needs):

Sunday: 9:45 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Monday & Tuesday: 6:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.

Wednesday & Thursday: 12:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

Friday & Saturday: Scheduled days off.