Lifeguard

City of Marquette
Marquette, MI Other
POSTED ON 7/5/2024 CLOSED ON 9/4/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at City of Marquette?

The City of Marquette has seasonal positions available for Lifeguards at all public beaches.  The starting wage is $13.46/hr. Applicants must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.  Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard Certification and a current CPR card are required. This position requires the employee to be at least 16 years old. The City of Marquette Fire Department will be offering Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard Certification and Recertification courses, contact Jen Jakubowski at 906-225-8596 or jjakubowski@marquettemi.gov to register. Lifeguard certification courses are also available through NMU. Dates and fees can be found online at: https://nmu.edu/recsports/certifications. Applications and a job description are available online at www.marquettemi.gov.

 

RED CROSS WATERFRONT LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION COURSE 


Friday, April 26th, 2024     4:00pm-8:00pm (Marquette High School Pool)
Saturday, April 27th, 2024 AND Sunday, April 28th, 2024      8:00am-4:00pm (Marquette Fire Dept. Sta. 1)
Monday, April 29th, 2024        4:00pm-8:00pm (Marquette High School Pool)
Tuesday April 30thnd, 2024     4:00pm-8:00pm (Marquette High School Pool)
Wednesday May 1st, 2024      4:00pm-8:00pm (Marquette High School Pool)


There are online learning components that must be completed prior to pool sessions.



RED CROSS WATERFRONT LIFEGUARD RE-CERTIFICATION COURSE


Friday, April 26th, 2024 4:00pm-8:00pm (Marquette High School Pool)
Saturday, April 27th, 2024 8:00pm-4:00pm (Marquette Fire Dept. Sta. 1)
Monday, April 29th, 2024 4:00pm-8:00pm (Marquette High School Pool)


Students must have an active certification card to enroll in the re-certification course. Students must attend and pass both classes to become certified.


REGISTER NO LATER THAN 04/12/2024.


TO REGISTER: 

Contact Jen Jakubowski at 906-225-8596 or jjakubowski@marquettemi.gov

Lifeguard certification courses are also available through NMU. Dates and fees can be found at: https://www.nmu.edu/recsports/lifeguard-certification-course.


EOE


JOB DESCRIPTION


TITLE:                                                          Lifeguard

REPORTS TO:                                            Head Lifeguard

EFFECTIVE DATE:                                    March 1, 2021

JOB CLASSIFICATION:                           Seasonal

POSITION SUMMARY:

 

The primary responsibility of the Lifeguard is to ensure the safety of visitors to the City’s beaches, including accident prevention in the water and surrounding area. Lifeguards are also responsible for the rescue and care of accident victims.  Lifeguards are expected to work when the beaches are open to the public, including weekends and holidays.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED


Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Head Lifeguard or Assistant Head Lifeguard.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES


  1. Oversee safety and accident prevention at the City’s public beaches.
  2. Maintain constant surveillance of patrons at the facility, act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.
  3. Ensure the proper communication and enforcement of rules.
  4. Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
  5. Perform various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
  6. Present a professional appearance and attitude at all time  Interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner.

 

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

 

  1. Perform other related functions as assigned. 

 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS


Professional Requirements:

 

  1. Requires good people skills, positive attitude, and the ability to interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
  2. Knowledge of the practices and techniques of water safety.
  3. Current certifications to include American Red Cross (or equivalent) Lifeguard, including first aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification. Must also be able to pass the City of Marquette Water Skills Test.
  4. Ability to remain vigilant and act quickly in making rescues and rendering aid.
  5. Ability to perform water rescues under difficult conditions.
  6. Must be an expert swimmer, be in excellent physical condition, and be able to react quickly in emergency situations.
  7. Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays from June through Labor Day weekend or the end of the season.
  8. Ability to operate a jet ski for emergency rescues.

 

Physical Requirements:

 

  1. Ability to work outdoors in all types of climate and weather conditions.
  2. Ability to withstand temperature changes in the work environment.
  3. Physical strength and dexterity to perform work involving lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects.
  4. Frequent bending, squatting, twisting climbing and reaching.
  5. Ability to communicate orally in a clear manner.
  6. Running, walking or swimming to perform life-saving and rescue procedures.
  7. Climbing stairs and ladders.
  8. Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time.
  9. Ability to distinguish various sounds and people or objects at varied distances.

 

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this job description.

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