Salary: $18.00 HourlyLocation : Suffolk, VAJob Type: Seasonal Part TimeJob Number: 03697Department: PARKS&REC-RECREATIONOpening Date: 12/19/2024Closing Date: 12/29/2024 11:59 PM EasternDescription*This is a Seasonal/Part-time position anticipated to start May 7, 2025and end August 31, 2025.*This position ensures the safety of aquatic facility patrons, enforces facility rules, and promotes water safety. During an emergency, administers first aid, CPR, defibrillation and appropriate patient care. Other duties may include assisting with swimming lessons and planning, implementation, and evaluation of aquatic programs, planning daily activities of the pool and general swimming pool operations. Performs routine administrative tasks to complete required paperwork. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. Essential Job Functions
- Observes swimmers in order to provide a safe swimming environment.
- Maintain communications with supervisors, employees, other departments, vendors, the public, and outside agencies.
- Cleans and maintains the facility, as needed.
- Enforce pool regulations and safety procedures to protect the life and well-being of persons using the swimming pool.
- Ability to perform routine administrative tasks for the department; routine data entry, record keeping, and filing tasks.
- Ability to operate a computer and other necessary equipment to complete essential functions, including, but not limited to, word processing, email, etc.
- Set up and take down equipment used for open swimming, classes, and events.
- Provide assistance and input regarding programs, participants, and volunteers.
- Administer basic first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitations, according to established standards as necessary.
- Operate various types of rescue equipment, as needed.
- Perform necessary rescue techniques, as needed.
- Attend staff meetings, and attend and/or conduct in-service training sessions, as required.
- Assist with special events at aquatic facilities, as needed.
- Complete incident/injury reports, as needed.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Required Qualifications Some high school required and must be at least 16 years of age. Certifications as a Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid. Certifications as a Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid must be obtained by start of employment. Previous experience not required. Must be able to pass and complete Lifeguard course before start of employment. Supplemental Information
- Safe swim practices.
- Rescue techniques.
- Appropriate education may be substituted for previous work experience.
- Previous work experience may be substituted for appropriate education requirements.
Seasonal Employees- No BenefitsPart-time Employees - Sick Leave (See below)Full Time Employees are eligible for the following benefits;Retirement (Virginia Retirement System employer) for employees hired on or after 1/1/14 - Hybrid MembersHybrid plan members contribute 4 percent of creditable compensation to the defined benefit plan and 1 percent to the defined contribution plan each month. Members may voluntarily contribute up to an additional 4 percent in 0.5 percent increments to the defined contribution plan each month. Members can increase or decrease their voluntary contributions on a quarterly basis. With the mandatory and voluntary contributions to the defined contribution component of the plan, members can contribute a maximum of 5 percent with a 3.5 percent match from the employer. Members invest in various investment options that best fit their needs. Vested after 5 years in the defined benefit part of the plan. Vested in phases based on years in the Defined Contribution part of the Plan. The retirement eligibility for a full or reduced retirement pension in the Hybrid Plan is very detailed. Please contact the Virginia Retirement System or the Human Resources Department for details.Paid Time Off (PTO)Yearly earnings120 Hours (1-59 months), 144 Hours (60-119 months), 168 Hours (120- 179 months), 192 Hours (180 and over)Sick Leave Part Time employees earn 4 hours per month Sick leave accrues at the end of the month and may be accrued with no ceiling.Personal LeaveAll regular full time employees are granted 24 hours of personal leave each calendar year. Personal leave must be preapproved and is not cumulative.
Health InsuranceCoverage available for you and your eligible dependents using pre-tax payroll deductions if elected.
Supplemental InsurancesEmployees may purchase the following supplemental insurance policies: short term and long term disability, cancer, accident, supplemental hospitalization, and group universal life insurance.
Employer Sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability Provides disability coverage for employees work and non-work related disabilities. Work related disabilities are covered starting on day one (1). Non work related disabilities are covered starting on day eight (8), after you have been employed for one year.
Flexible Spending AccountsEmployees may participate in the Health Reimbursement, Dependent Care Reimbursement and Premium Reimbursement Accounts. All deductions are made on a pre-tax basis and will reduce your taxable income.
Life InsuranceThe city pays the entire premium for life insurance coverage in the amount of 2 times annual salary for natural death and 4 times annual salary for accidental death.
Optional Life InsuranceEmployees have the option of electing additional life insurance coverage in the amount of 1, 2, 3 or 4 times their annual salary. Employees may only purchase optional life insurance on spouses and children if they are enrolled in optional life insurance for themselves.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)12 weeks of job protected leave for leaves approved in accordance with the Family Medical Leave Act. Employees receive continuation of health insurance, job protection and consideration for a comparable job when available, or an equivalent job, upon return to work.
Funeral Leave24 hours of paid leave of absence in case of death in immediate family.
HolidaysSuffolk follows the Virginia State holiday calendar as set by the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Jury Duty Time off with pay with difference between jury pay and regular pay or use annual leave and keep check.
457 Deferred Compensation, ROTH IRA, Traditional IRAOffered through ICMA Retirement Corporation as a way to shelter a portion of your salary from income taxes and save for retirement.
Employee Assistance ProgramOffers employees and immediate family members (3) free, confidential counseling sessions related to a broad range of issues such as marital or family conflict, job or personal stress, alcohol or drug abuse, financial or legal worries, etc.
Worker's CompensationShould an employee have an on the job injury, he/she could be eligible for Workmen's Compensation Benefits, except in cases of willful neglect.
Pay DaysEmployees will be paid on the 15th and last working day of each month.
Credit UnionA Suffolk Credit Union is available to employees.
Legal ServicesEmployees may prepay for access to legal assistance.
Notary Public ServicesServices available in the Human Resources Department.
Alternative Work ScheduleFor some positions -Offers 4 Alternative Work Schedule options to provide employees with greater control over their personal and professional time, as well as reducing absences.01 Are you at least 16 years of age, or will you be age 16 by 5/7/2025?
02 Are you available to work a minimum of 3-5 days per week for 6 hours per day?
03 Are you able and willing to work evenings and weekends?
04 Do you have current certifications in any of the following? Check all that apply
- AED
- CPR
- First Aid
- Lifeguard
- None
Required Question