2022-140 Lifeguard Instructor

Position Title: Lifeguard Instructor

Department: Chicopee Parks and Recreation

Employment Status Non-Exempt Temporary/Seasonal

Salary: $18.00 per hour

Certifications/Licenses: Driver’s License Preferred, Certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training or Y.M.C.A., American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid C.P.R./A.E.D., American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric C.P.R./A.E.D., American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid, American Heart Association Basic First Aid, American Heart Association C.P.R. /A.E.D. and W.S.I. preferred.

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee’s Department of Public Works - Parks and Recreation Division is hiring a Lifeguard Instructor which may include Lifeguarding of pool, written maintenance logs, Participation in -service training and Working with the public. Individuals are also responsible for general maintenance of the pool or park. Assistance with the learn to swim program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE

• Follows weekly life guarding schedule for the main pool.
• Maintains the appearance and safety of the pool and all of its surrounding areas.
• In proper uniform, attentive, using rescue equipment, and at proper lifeguard station while on duty.
• Enforces all rules and regulations regarding staff and patrons while on duty.
• Assures the safety of all patrons.
• Assist in daily learn to swim program as assigned by the Instructor Guard.
• Assists in handling patron grievances and addresses them to the Head Guard or Instructor Guard as
• needed.
• Assists Head Lifeguard in cleaning of pool.
• Responsible for testing pool chemicals when requested by instructor or head guard.

QUALIFICATIONS

To be minimally qualified for this position, one must meet the following criteria:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred; or must have completed 11th Grade.
• Must be 16 years of age
• General knowledge of pools, pool maintenance and customer service preferred.
• Six (6) months of lifeguarding of pools or open water preferred.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

This is a seasonal position, up to 4 hours per week with a starting pay of * $18.00 per hour per the City's Chapter 7 Ordinance.*

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience and employment goals, apply today by one of the following:

• Go to chicopeema.gov/jobs and apply online by selecting the job and ‘Apply Now’
• OR Select ‘download application’* on the City’s employment page and deliver it along with your resume to the Department of Human Resources, located at Chicopee City Hall, 274 Front Street, 1st Fl. Chicopee, MA. 01013.*

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The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Experience:

• Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $18 - $0