Lifeguard

Title Lifeguard Department Aquatics Status Seasonal Work Location Alpine Pool, Harkins Pool, Sand Park Pool (may be required to work at all multiple locations) Reports To Lifeguard Supervisors & Facility Managers Wage $17/hour Position Description Perform lifeguard duties, supervision and constant surveillance of swimmers and guests during all facility hours and special events ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT VISION, MISSION AND LEADERSHIP BY VALUES Agency Vision To be the best urban parks and recreation system in North America, as measured by national standards and the citizens we serve. Agency Mission The Rockford Park District is in business to help people enjoy life by providing a quality park and recreation system. Vision & Planning System The District aligns itself and all its resources to achieve its purpose, vision, mission, and priorities. This successfully drives the strategic plan, operational plans, and performance goals. Policy Management & Operations System Every team member serves as an active contributor in the development of the teams operational plan; develops job strategies and plans that support the teams operational goals; identifies timetables for completion; plans daily work activities in an organized manner ensuring effective utilization of time and resources in the completion of job tasks. Leadership by Values System Leadership by Values can only be achieved if all team members believe in and live by these shared values: accountability, integrity, passion, agility, relationship oriented, results driven, service oriented, respectful, and innovative. While all team members share these essential values, our culture is enriched by and welcomes the diverse supporting values of its team members. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement The Rockford Park District is committed and accountable to being a place where everyone is invited and belongs, as demonstrated by being an inviting, equitable, and inclusive environment, respectful of all people, embracing diversity, creating accessibility and valuing all team members, partners and community members for their unique experiences and backgrounds. RELATIONSHIPS TO RESULTS CULTURE Definition Sustained by long-term, positive, exceptional relationships with stakeholders and team members as our hallmark of success. ONE TEAM, ONE GOAL COMMITMENT Definition To work together to achieve the mission, vision, and shared values of the Rockford Park District. Connectedness Departments are truly interconnected to support the mission and vision of the Rockford Park District. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Perform lifeguard duties, supervision and constant surveillance of swimmers and guests during all facility hours and special events.
  
• Enforces the rules and regulations and renders appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary while educating and informing patrons of the purpose and need for rules and regulations.
  
• Advises lifeguard supervisor/facility managers of unsafe and unsanitary conditions and prevents, anticipates, and responds to aquatic incidents.
  
• Knowledge of facility emergency procedures.
  
• Handles a large volume of people
  
• Participates in the organization and implementation of daily and special aquatic activities.
  
• Assists guests in a polite and expedient manner.
  
• Performs daily routine chores, maintenance and clean-up of the facility to ensure neat and orderly appearance.
  
• Communicates daily with guests on a one-to-one basis in a professional, courteous manner, and is familiar with the District's Quality Assurance Statement.
  
• Maintains a high level of professionalism at all times.
  Works unusual hours, including late nights, weekends and all holidays in a fast paced atmosphere. Ability to perform on-going in-service training as required by the manager/supervisor. This may include but is not limited to real life scenarios, fitness training, and daily vigilance awareness training (VAT).
  
• Be able to demonstrate skills to a test-ready level.
  
• Assists other departments on an as-needed basis. May be asked to rotate to other facilities (Sand Park Pool, Alpine Pool, Harkins Pool).
  
• Is responsible for conducting oneself in a safe and proper manner and adhering to all safety guidelines, policies and procedures that have been implemented by the Aquatics Department and the Rockford Park District.
  
• Provide initial emergency care until qualified medical personnel can take over. Perform CPR/First aid and in-water rescues.
  
• Ensure the safety of all guests.
  
• Prevent accidents and minimize or eliminate hazardous situations.
  
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Education/Experience Must be willing and able to receive certification in First Aid, CPR, AED & Ellis and Associates Lifeguard (all lifeguards are trained by the Rockford Park District - Employees will have 3-5 months once hired to obtain this certification)

Critical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Must be able to work a minimum of 32 hours per week.
• Must be willing to work unusual hours, weeknights, weekends, and holidays.
• Good oral communication skills. Must be able to verbally communicate one-on-one and in groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other district employees.
• Good interpersonal skills which include working effectively as a team player.
• Ability to provide customers with expert care, sensitive consideration, and efficient service.
• Ability to document information completely.
• Strong work ethic required.
• Certification in First Aid, CPR, AED & Ellis and Associates Lifeguard (all lifeguards are trained by the Rockford Park District - you will have 3-5 months once hired to obtain this certification)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Heavy work:

• • Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally (with help)
  • Exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally
  • Exerting in excess of 20 pounds of force frequently

• Must be able to swim and be comfortable in water.
• Able to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Far, near, and mid-range vision.
• Must be able to perform moderately physically intensive tasks, potentially including any combination of the following: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, repetitive motions, substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• This position is stationed outdoors 99% of the time; regular exposure to heat, sun, water, cold, and other outdoor/weather related elements