Lifeguard (Laf)

THIS POSTING IS FOR LIFEGUARD POSITIONS IN OUR LAFAYETTE REGION Job Duties: Preventing accidents and emergencies in the aquatics facilityResponding as trained in the case of an emergencyEnforcing pool rules effectively, courteously, and consistentlyInteracting professionally and respectfully with guestsParticipating in staff meetings and in-service trainingsMaintaining a clean and hazard-free pool and deck areaTesting water chemistry and performing cleaning tasks as trained
Classification:
Seasonal, Generally 20-35 hours per week
Pay Rate Information: Candidates wishing to work only at one location with only a few exceptions are considered Lifeguard I and start at $12/hr, before bonus opportunities. A Lifeguard I can expect to be schedule at their home facility in nearly all situations, and will only be assigned outside of their home pool for training. A Lifeguard I is allowed to pick-up shifts at other pools but will not be assigned.
Candidates willing to work shifts at other pools in their region (usually less than 25% of shifts assigned) are considered Lifeguard II and start at $14/hr, before bonus opportunities. Although the vast majority of a Lifeguard II's shifts will be at the home location, they will be scheduled at other pools in their region.Candidates will be asked in their interview for which position, Lifeguard I or Lifeguard II, they wish to be considered. Certification Requirements:
Must be American Red Cross lifeguard certified by the first day of work. Candidates may apply and interview for a position before taking the lifeguard certification course, with a job offer contingent on successfully achieving certification. To register, visit www.selaaquatics.com
Must be at least 15 years old by the last day of the lifeguard course.