Lifeguard (part time) Position ProfileStatus:Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal (PTS) position, non-exemptSalary:Starts at $15.00 depending upon qualificationsLocation: Pool & Beach locations in Eden PrairieBenefits: Potential for a membership to the Eden Prairie Community Center to access the fitness facility.Hours:Typically 5 to 20 hours per week September through May; flexibility to work 30 to 40 hours per week June through August. Daytime and Evening hours are available 7 days a week.Reporting Relationship: Reports to Recreation Supervisor - AquaticsRecreation DivisionThe Recreation Services Division has the responsibility for managing all recreation facilities and providing a variety of affordable recreation programs and services for all age groups and people for all abilities. The staff in this division are responsible for the management of facilities such as the Community Center, the Senior Center, and the Outdoor Center, as well as all other City park buildings and recreation facilities such as swimming beaches, sledding hill, amphitheatre and facilities on school property that are operated in partnership with the School District such as the Oak Point Pool and tennis courts at CMS.Position DetailsThe Lifeguard role is to supervise and promote safety in Eden Prairie pools and beaches.The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are:
- Assists the head guard in supervising beaches/pools operations to meet the needs of the community.
- Ensures a safe, clean and well-maintained facility.
- Enforces all beach/pool policies in a consistent, professional manner.
- Completes facility safety checks and reports.
- Assists with teaching of swimming lessons.
While these areas are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.Position RequirementsEducation:Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid Certifications are required for this position, but you do not have to be certified to apply. Training available upon hire.Age Requirement: Must be 15 years of agePhysical Requirements: Ability to swim a minimum of 500 yards.Ability to lift and move objects.Candidates invited to an interview will be asked to complete and successfully pass the City's evaluation of a skills assessment prior to a conditional job offer.Hours: Must be available to work nights and weekends.City ExpectationsWe are a service organization. We take pride in what we do. We cultivate a supportive, encouraging and productive culture with a strong customer focus. We promote wellness and plan work/life balance into our goals. We value differences and foster inclusion. We achieve success by exhibiting our core values: collaboration, innovation, integrity, performance and relationships.Position Specific ExpectationsCommunication: Able to convey a message to get a point across; communicates in a clear and concise manner; able to write clearly and succinctly; tailors message to a variety of communication settings and styles.Attention to Detail: Able to find errors in work and solve problems; anticipates issues and performs at a high level of accuracy; sets up systems to ensure errors are not repeated.Accountability: Follows through on commitments; focuses on appropriate tasks throughout the shift; takes responsibilities for actions both as an individual and on behalf of the organization; actions and words are in sync; follows all policies and procedures; maintains confidentiality; is prepared and punctual to all scheduled shifts.Sound Judgment: Able to make a decision based on the right mixture of facts; determines a course of action after weighing and analyzing different options.Pre-employment ProcessThe City of Eden Prairie conducts professional reference and criminal history checks for all employees joining the organization. All final candidates must successfully complete and pass the pre-employment process before their first day of employment.Application ProcessPlease complete an online application found on the City's Web site at www.edenprairie.orgunder Jobs Application Deadline: On-goingReview Applications: As applications are receivedStart Date: ASAP