Job Summary About the Role

Deliver high quality recreation services for residents, visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the Districts safety and administrative policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone with a pleasant and positive personality with an enthusiastic attitude. Work record that shows reliability, initiative, tact, organizational skills and productivity. Must possess strong swimming skills along with the ability to communicate instructions in a professional and keen manner. Must have strong interpersonal skills and work well with the public and other staff. Must display a high degree of emotional maturity while keeping difficult situations in proper perspective. Must be detail oriented with the ability to process information accurately, and use independent judgment when needed.

Need to Have: High School Diploma or in process. Minimum 16 years of age and Lifeguard Certified, or willing to be certified. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in the workplace. Must have or complete CPR/AED/First Aid Certification and Mandated Reporter certification prior to starting work and within 30 days of hire date.

Essential Functions of the Position

Park District Cornerstones

• Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park Districts safety and risk management program.

• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.

• Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.

• Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Recreation, Assistant Superintendent of Recreation, Aquatics Supervisor, the Pool Manager and the Assistant Pool Manager, the Lifeguard shall complete his/her assigned duties to the best of his/her abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:

• Demonstrate ability to work independently or with limited direction; anticipate needs for successful operation of facility.

• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude while performing duties, and while on park district premises. Abide by uniform standards while on duty.

• Maintain and promote excellent customer service relations with patrons, staff and affiliates.

• Supervise general public swim by maintaining a proactive scanning pattern. Be at assigned station before patrons enter the pool, and until all patrons exit the pool.

• Strictly enforce all general safety rules and improve public and employee knowledge by preventing, confronting and correcting unsafe behavior.

• Secure a substitute for any scheduled hours that cannot be worked.

• Assist in daily cleaning of assigned areas. Help maintain overall cleanliness of facility.

• Assist with aquatic programs, events, rentals, and group visits.

• Continue education by attending in-service, staff meetings, and training sessions.

• Understand and utilize the communication resources of the entire facility including but not limited to two-way radios, phones and the PA system.

• Recognize, report, and respond to any unsafe conditions and pool hazards and execute effective emergency action plans.

• Maintain and carry out all City, County, State Health Departments, and the St. Charles Park Districts rules and regulations.

Marginal Functions of the Position

• Perform other related duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

EEO Statement and Accommodations

The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.