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Application Deadline:
April 5, 2024
Hiring Range:
$16.65 – $20.35
This is a part-time hourly position.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20
Benefit Eligibility Group:
Seasonal Type 1
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Job Description Summary:
JOB OBJECTIVE (Reservoir/Lake Patrol)
Under the supervision of the Recreation Program Coordinator, provides water safety and rescue services via continual surveillance and patrol of the Boulder Reservoir swim area and beach. This position provides education and enforcement of rules and policies in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Job Description:
Serves as the watchful eye that keeps the swim area and beach safe; assists with supervision of fellow lifeguards.
Acts with moderate supervision and exercises considerable independent judgment while prioritizing tasks, responding to emergencies, and interacting with staff and the public.
Ensures lifeguards are actively scanning, rotating efficiently, and stationed appropriately for proactive surveillance of the swim area and beach.
Models teamwork with a positive attitude.
Responds quickly and calmly in stressful and emergency situations.
Delivers prompt and professional solutions to staff and public interactions.
Handles complaints and criticism with grace, elevating problems and concerns to reservoir management as appropriate.
Maintains a variety of records including daily usage counts for the swim area and beach, medical response logs, secondary duties checklists, and incident and accident reports.
Demonstrates a proactive approach toward cleanliness and facility maintenance.
Conducts regular inspections to ensure facility and equipment are safe.
Supports lake patrol via jet ski for emergency codes and triathlon events, operating equipment in an efficient, safe, and reliable manner.
Assists in training the water safety team during orientation, extensive pre-season trainings, weekly water safety and lake patrol in-service trainings, and monthly facility code trainings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Reservoir/Lake Patrol)
Minimum of 18 years old OR 1-year previous lifeguarding experience.
Current American Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and Administering Emergency Oxygen, or equivalent.
Valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record.
Have and maintain acceptable background information, including references, and criminal history.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (Reservoir/Lake Patrol)
Current American Red Cross certification in Waterfront Lifeguarding, or equivalent.
Current American Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding Instructor, or equivalent.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
SUPERVISION
Supervision Received: Recreation Program Coordinator
Supervision Exercised: None
WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Ability to perform a wide range of strenuous physical and manual tasks in an outdoor environment with variable weather conditions. Physical ability to stand, walk, and kneel; hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment; vision for reading, recording and interpreting information; speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and the public.
Works in both indoor and outdoor environments that are oftentimes impacted weather and at times, unpredictable conditions.
Additional Job Description:
Last updated: 9/13/2023
The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to [email protected].
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