Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

JOB TITLE: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor 

 

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation – Recreation 

 

FLSA STATUS:   Non-Exempt  

HOURLY RATE: $16.25-17.50 

 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Monitor and maintain the safety of customers, patrolling and enforcing facility rules, general cleaning and daily maintenance of pool facilities and locker rooms, instructing swimmers in swim school, and other duties as assigned. 

 

 

ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES   

Assist other staff with maintaining the safety of customers 

Assists pool manager with opening and closing procedures 

Patrol pool facilities and enforce facility rules 

Assist pool manager with public inquiries, concerns, and complaints to resolve issues and improve services 

Instruct students in swim school 

Department assistance as needed. 

 

 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILTIES 

Ability to work in a team environment.   

Ability to understand and follow oral &/or written instructions.   

Ability to express maturity in thought, work habits and responsibility.   

Ability to establish and maintain effective & courteous working relationships with young people, their parents, other park staff, community organization partners and the public.   

Ability to act as a role model for young children.   

Ability to safely operate large vehicles in high traffic areas, interstates, country roads, and city roads.  

 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

Must be able to work long hours outdoors, especially summer temperatures. 

Must be available mornings, days, nights, and weekends. 

Must be able to stand, sit, kneel, or squat for long periods of time. 

Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

Ability to use close and long-distance vision and adjust between the two. 

Running related to the job duties will be occasionally necessary. 

Ability to communicate effectively, included but not limited to speaking, directing, and listening. 

 

MINIMUM QUALFICATIONS  

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES  

Must be at least 15 years of age- Required. 

Must be able to prove reliable transportation-Required. 

A valid work Permit- Required.  

Must be able to pass a background check, (ages 18+)- Required. 

American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard certification (upload a copy with the application you submit). 

Ability to follow instructions. 

Qualities such as trustworthiness, reliability, diligence. 

Physical and mental capacity to perform the essential functions of the position. 

Ability to read, write and communicate well with others (English). 

Available Mid-May through Labor Day. Evenings and weekend shifts are required. 

Qualities such as diplomacy, trustworthiness, reliability, and diligence. 

 

PREFERRED QUALFICATIONS  

CPR/AED & First Aid certified, or the ability to become certified 

Previous experience working with youth is a plus. 

 

Questions about the work can be directed to Kirkwood Meyers kmeyers@ofallon.org.  

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT: 

The City of O’Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.