Lifeguard- Mystic Waters, Chippewa, Arndt & Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center

ABOUT US: The Des Plaines Park District, established in 1919, features more than 50 parks and facilities. As an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency, we service a culturally diverse and growing community with hundreds of affordable recreational and educational programs, classes, and events for kids, teens, adults, and families each season. "Enriching Lives Everyday" is our vision and our constant goal. 

JOB IDENTIFICATION:

Job Title: Lifeguard- Mystic Waters, Chippewa, Arndt & Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center

Grade: II - $15.00/18.00 hour

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Recreation

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to: Aquatic Manager, Aquatic Supervisor, Assistant Aquatic Manager, Site Specific Pool Manger

Supervises:  N/A

BASIC FUNCTION: Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring patron safety in the Aquatic Facility by preventing and responding to emergencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Recognize and respond quickly to all emergency situations involving distressed swimmers, ill, or injured patrons, etc.
2. Secure and maintain the safety of all patrons through proactive rule enforcement.
3. Serve as the primary rescuer in emergency rescue situations.
4. Administer oxygen support, in-line stabilization, CPR, AED and other necessary life sustaining measures until advanced medical support arrives.
5. Participate in daily in-service training for all schedule opening shifts and other mandatory in-services as scheduled to ensure consistency and maintain an exceptional standard of care.
6. Enforce over all facility rules and aquatic attraction rules.
7. Demonstrate and promote positive guest relations and exceptional customer service.
8. Comply with all requirements as set forth by American Red Cross and the Des Plaines Park District.
9. Work as a team with entire staff in all situations, especially during emergencies in accordance with the Emergency Action Plan.
10. Ability to work flexible shifts including early morning, daytime, evening, weekends and holidays.
    

OTHER DUTIES:

1. Rotate to all lifeguard stations in a timely manner to ensure smooth and fair rotation and break schedules.
2. Direct uncooperative or dissatisfied guests to a manager.
3. Make all safety issues or other questions and concerns known to either a Head Lifeguard or Facility Manager.
4. Maintain cleanliness and organization of staff lounge.
5. Assist other aquatic staff as requested.
6. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Manual and Crisis Manual
7. Assist with emergency facility closing due to weather or other.
8. Assist with facility cleaning and sanitation.
9. Perform additional duties as assigned.
   

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:          Some High School education 

Experience:        No prior experience required. 15 years of age or older.

Certifications:     American Red Cross Lifeguard including lifeguarding, CPR, and first aid training.

                             Additional training in aquatics, CPR, and first aid is encouraged, but not required.

PERKS & BENEFITS: SEASONAL STAFF

• All recreational facilities at no charge during active employment, discounts for dependents
• A free individual outdoor pool pass to three aquatic facilities, or family pass at 50% discount
• 3 months free of a fitness center and/or indoor Aquatic Center pass
• 50% discount on general programs at resident rates
• Contractual classes/programs at a discounted rate
• $3.00 off resident daily fees for golf facilities (including mini golf)

Des Plaines Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Des Plaines Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. If you need any special accommodations, please contact our HR Coordinator, Ellie Asa, at the Park District at 847-391-5099 or email at ellie.asa@dpparks.org so that we may make the necessary arrangements for you.