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Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $19.52
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Paid sick leave
Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) contributions
Access to City’s 24/7 facilities
Job Description
The City of Medford, located in Oregon, is seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to join their Parks & Recreation Department as a Senior Swim Instructor and Lifeguard. Medford is known for its commitment to public service, community engagement, and providing enriching recreational programs for residents and visitors alike. The Parks & Recreation department plays a key role in promoting health, wellness, and safety through a variety of programs and facilities, including aquatic centers like Rogue X. Rogue X is a vibrant aquatic facility that offers a wide range of swimming programs and activities for all ages and skill levels,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent
- senior in high school on track to graduate
- must be 18 years or older at time of hire
- one or more years of experience working at a public pool as a lifeguard and swim instructor
- must be comfortable working in a humid environment
- must be comfortable communicating with staff, parents, and children
- skills pre-test required prior to hire
Job Qualifications
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent
- senior in high school on track to graduate
- must be 18 years or older at time of hire
- one or more years of experience working at a public pool as a lifeguard and swim instructor
- current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or Starfish Aquatics Institute (SGI) StarGuard lifeguard certification
- current First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications
- comfortable communicating with staff, parents, and children
- skills pre-test required prior to hire
Job Duties
- Takes daily attendance of swim participants
- conducts swim lessons for various ages and skill levels
- lifeguards during open swims, lap swims, aquatic rentals, and special events
- assists with scheduling staff
- keeps accurate progress records on swim participants and swim instructors
- participates in all staff training and meetings and aquatic Management Team meetings
- mentors and supports new staff
- assists Management Team with training and supervision as needed
- enforces all policies, rules, and regulations
- performs cleaning duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility
- is knowledgeable about aquatics plans and other recreational programs
- assigns instructors to teach lessons
- follows emergency action plan in the event of an emergency
- provides emergency care/treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services
- cautions and educates swimmers against dangerous situations
- ensures pool water chemical tests are being completed every hour
- assists patrons with putting on life jackets
- makes entries into the aquatic daily log
- relates to the public in a positive manner
- adheres to safety practices and standards when performing all duties
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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