JOB LOCATION
800 N Telluride St Aurora, Colorado 80011-7815
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees.
Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision.
Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization.
At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Hiring salary: $19/hour THIS POSTING IS COLLECTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL CITY OF AURORA INDOOR POOLS.
**This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Head Lifeguards.
Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position.
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A manager or head guard will be at the pool during open swims and private parties.
The Head Guard acts as management in their absence.
They will be able to contact management as the need arises.
The Head Guard's skills should be exemplary of the professionalism that is required & expected of all lifeguards.
Head Guards must know how to handle and resolve issues that arise from various situations and accidents that occur at the pool.
Determines the dynamic blind spots that result from varying weather patterns and adjusts guarding accordingly.
Assists with training sessions of guards.
Determines guard rotation and is in charge of vigilant 10/20 scans.
Works with patrons on issues and incidents that arise at the pool.
Hourly chemical, pump room and pool check.
Every 30 minutes (more if needed) walk around the pool and check the water clarity, bottom middle and surface of the water for anything that should not be there and the deck making sure everything safe and there is no one in need of care.
Checks deck and pool zones every half hour or sooner if needed based upon varying conditions.
First responder for first aid to patrons.
Initializes, coordinates and progresses the emergency action plan.
Hourly monitors pool chemistry and reports to manager.
Supervises cleanup of body fluids and fecal accidents.
Checks and maintains proper functionality of rescue equipment.
Directs in house audits and lifeguard vigilance tests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS Education/Experience: Equivalent training and experience that will demonstrate required knowledge, abilities and skills.
Knowledge: Knowledge of pool safety and emergency action plans.
Abilities: Ability to maintain a safe environment at work site.
Skills: Skill in the life saving techniques and emergency response.
Licenses, Certificates and/or Equipment Required: Lifeguard training Standard first aid and CPR-PR certification or equivalent program certification.
Water Safety Instructor Certification (Preferred) This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g.
vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.)
in the course of their employment.
Physical Demands: Moderate physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds; frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds; regular walking and standing; regular climbing, bending, kneeling and crouching; hand/foot/eye coordination to perform appropriate rescue skills; vision to read instructions; hearing and speech communication for communication with employees and citizens.
Work Environment: Works both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, water and other conditions found in an aquatic environment.
Equipment Used: Operates equipment related to aquatic facility operations.
Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.
We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.
It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.
A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening.
Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.