Lifeguard

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
City of Unalaska
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION
*Aquatics  Center*

OPEN DATE:            June 21, 2024
CLOSE DATE:          July 5, 2024
POSITION:                Lifeguard
SALARY:                    $22.82 / hour

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Lifeguard in the Department of Parks, Culture, and Recreation (Aquatics Center Division). Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska, is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,500 full-time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for monitoring and supervising the activities of patrons of the Aquatics Center. Must be able to respond effectively to emergency situations and administer needed CPR, oxygen, AED, and first aid to victims. Maintain a safe and sanitary facility; continually inspect and clean facility and equipment; and test and record the water chemistry. Provide a variety of information to the public regarding Aquatics Center operations and programs; respond to questions; answer the phone; collect pool admissions using RecTrac; open, close, lock, and unlock the center as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Basic knowledge and skills of life-guarding techniques. Ability to understand swimming techniques. Knowledge of or ability to learn pool operations, as well as the City of Unalaska’s Aquatics Center’s policies and procedures. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Ability to enforce policies and regulations in a customer service environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
> Must have valid certifications or ability to obtain valid certifications in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, Automated External Defibrillation (AED), and oxygen provider.
> Ability to learn and perform basic pool chemistry operations.

LICENCES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
> Required to have or be able to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire
> Ability to pass all required pre-employment testing, i.e., Criminal background, Reference and History, and future random drug testing.
> Must be eligible to work in the US; requirements by Federal Law, if hired, must complete an employment eligibility verification form (I9).
> Maintain active and current certifications and licensing for the duration of employment.
> Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, with possible hours during the week for various other programs.
> Ability to work indoors, in a pool environment, with participants, and with the smell of chlorine and/or cleaning supplies

BENEFITS: This position requires less than part-time hours of work in a given work week and is not eligible for benefits.

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application. The application and other necessary forms are available at Unalaska City Hall, Department of Administration, 43 Raven Way, Unalaska, or by downloading on the city website at https://www.ci.unalaska.ak.us/hr/page/employment-application-forms. Return the completed application to the City of Unalaska's Administration Department by email at [email protected]. Questions? Telephone (907) 581-1252.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Unalaska is an Employer of National Service and encourages AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni to apply.