City of Fort Collins
Head Lifeguard
City of Fort Collins, Fort Collins, Colorado, us, 80523
POSITION TITLE: Head Lifeguard(Hourly)REQUISITION #: req7493DEPARTMENT: Recreation - All FacilitiesLOCATION: MULBERRY INDOOR POOLBENEFIT CATEGORY:
Variable HourlyView Classifications & BenefitsEMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time HourlyHOURLY RATE: $16.75 per hourSELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is:
Open until Filled
The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.
Post-offer background check required .Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure
Summary: Performs supervisory, administrative and aquatic tasks at the City's aquatic facilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
:
The following duties and responsibilities and illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.Supervises and is responsible for all programs and staff in the facility while on duty.Is liaison between guests and staffMaintains the equipment, facilities, and environment in a safe and sanitary condition.May have to maintain filter system within guidelines.Maintain proper chemical balance cleanliness of pool water and deck.Assumes responsibilities of taking disciplinary action as necessary while on duty.Reports all exceptional occurrences to the supervisor.Performs related work as required.Supervisory Responsibilities:
Exercised supervision over personnel as assigned.
City Competencies
Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the necessary functions of this position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Often works independently without direct supervision.Is liaison between guests and staffEstablishes and maintains effective working relationship with co-workers, participants and the public.Ability to show sensitivity in dealing with all age groups, persons with disabilities, and a diverse population.Ability to show sensitivity in dealing with all age groups, persons with disabilities, and a diverse population.Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate a variety of office equipment.Ability to understand and apply department procedures and policies.Ability to handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy.Ability to use table and chair dollies, kitchen equipment, carpet vacuum, standard office equipment including copiers and computers.The Aquatics Department has a dynamic and changing schedule. Ability to work varying shifts is desirable, particularly weekends and holiday shift availability.Education and Experience:
Minimum age is 18.
Language Skills: Ability to read instructions and communicate with City supervisor and the general public. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisor, user groups, customers, and the general public.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve and implement practical solutions to problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Foresee and initiate proactive measures to insure program quality, customer service and safety.
Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:
Must possess current:
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certificationAmerican Red Cross First AidAmerican Red Cross Automated External Defibrillation (AED)American Red Cross CPR for the Professional RescuerPhysical Demands:
Bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, jumping, twisting, balancing kneeling, crouching, reaching and climbing.Physical activity required in leading/demonstrating classes.Lifting and carrying up to 25 poundsHand-eye coordination for operation of a computer keyboard.Ability to read written materials and to observe programs.Speech and hearing capabilities to maintain communications with employees and citizens.
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities.Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.
Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use :Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body.The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.
The City of Fort Collins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender identity and expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, genetic information, and, in certain specific circumstances, marriage to a coworker or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
POST OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED.
Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.
Variable HourlyView Classifications & BenefitsEMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time HourlyHOURLY RATE: $16.75 per hourSELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is:
Open until Filled
The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.
Post-offer background check required .Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure
Summary: Performs supervisory, administrative and aquatic tasks at the City's aquatic facilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
:
The following duties and responsibilities and illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.Supervises and is responsible for all programs and staff in the facility while on duty.Is liaison between guests and staffMaintains the equipment, facilities, and environment in a safe and sanitary condition.May have to maintain filter system within guidelines.Maintain proper chemical balance cleanliness of pool water and deck.Assumes responsibilities of taking disciplinary action as necessary while on duty.Reports all exceptional occurrences to the supervisor.Performs related work as required.Supervisory Responsibilities:
Exercised supervision over personnel as assigned.
City Competencies
Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the necessary functions of this position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Often works independently without direct supervision.Is liaison between guests and staffEstablishes and maintains effective working relationship with co-workers, participants and the public.Ability to show sensitivity in dealing with all age groups, persons with disabilities, and a diverse population.Ability to show sensitivity in dealing with all age groups, persons with disabilities, and a diverse population.Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate a variety of office equipment.Ability to understand and apply department procedures and policies.Ability to handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy.Ability to use table and chair dollies, kitchen equipment, carpet vacuum, standard office equipment including copiers and computers.The Aquatics Department has a dynamic and changing schedule. Ability to work varying shifts is desirable, particularly weekends and holiday shift availability.Education and Experience:
Minimum age is 18.
Language Skills: Ability to read instructions and communicate with City supervisor and the general public. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisor, user groups, customers, and the general public.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve and implement practical solutions to problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Foresee and initiate proactive measures to insure program quality, customer service and safety.
Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:
Must possess current:
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certificationAmerican Red Cross First AidAmerican Red Cross Automated External Defibrillation (AED)American Red Cross CPR for the Professional RescuerPhysical Demands:
Bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, jumping, twisting, balancing kneeling, crouching, reaching and climbing.Physical activity required in leading/demonstrating classes.Lifting and carrying up to 25 poundsHand-eye coordination for operation of a computer keyboard.Ability to read written materials and to observe programs.Speech and hearing capabilities to maintain communications with employees and citizens.
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities.Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.
Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use :Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body.The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.
The City of Fort Collins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender identity and expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, genetic information, and, in certain specific circumstances, marriage to a coworker or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
POST OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED.
Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.