Description

The City of Dublin is proud to possess a team of highly trained and passionate lifeguards who are dedicated to ensuring the health and safety of all pool guests through careful observation of the pool and surrounding areas, quick responses to emergencies, and rule enforcement. Under the direction of the Aquatics Operations Coordinator and/or Pool Manager, lifeguarding provides an opportunity to gain dynamic work experience while contributing to the protection of the Dublin community.

The indoor pools at the Dublin Community Recreation Center operate year round, while the Dublin Community North and South outdoor pools are open during the summer season.

The scheduling process is very flexible and we offer a variety of shifts including days, evenings, and weekends. Successful candidates are required to attend regular in-service trainings to continue gaining knowledge and confidence in: CPR, first aid, water rescue skills, spinal injury management, and fitness swimming.

MORE THAN JUST A JOB

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  Employees are eligible for up to $500 in bonuses ($250 to be paid on the first paycheck and up to an additional $250 for completing the summer season).
• Employees are eligible for $50 referral bonuses for each successful employee referral.
• The City of Dublin maintains the cost of employee certifications through the American Red Cross and training time is paid ($40.00-$100.00 value). All certifications belong to the employee and are valid for two years.
• Employees are eligible for a 20% tuition discount on all degree programs at Franklin University.
• Employees are eligible for discounted membership to the Dublin Community Recreation Center.

Employees also benefit from:

• Regular in-service trainings to continue gaining knowledge and confidence in CPR, first aid, water rescue skills, spinal injury management, and fitness swimming
• Incentive programs, professional development trainings, and team building opportunities
• A flexible scheduling process with a variety of shifts available. Successful candidates are expected to be available for a variety of shifts during the summer season (Memorial Day through Labor Day) including morning, daytime, evening, weekend, and holidays.

Examples of Duties

Under the direction of the Aquatics Operations Coordinator and/or Pool Manager, lifeguarding provides an opportunity to gain dynamic work experience while contributing to the protection of the Dublin community.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Successfully working in a team setting to accomplish daily tasks
• Vigilantly and actively scanning assigned zone
• Recognizing and responding to emergencies as trained
• Consistently and politely enforcing facility rules and policies
• Communicating respectfully and professionally with facility guests
• Completing monthly in-services, skill checks, and fitness swims
• Seasonal scanning audits
• Cleaning tasks as needed when not on surveillance duty

Qualifications

• Current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding. Once hired, The City covers the cost of re-certification and you will be paid for the time you spend completing this training.
• If you hold a current certification issued by an agency other than the American Red Cross, please indicate this on your application. Once hired, The City will ensure you are trained and certified according to American Red Cross standards. The cost of this certification is covered by the City and you will be paid for the time you spend completing this training.

Certification Requirements:

• Lifeguards must be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalents
• If you are signed up for a future certification class, or if you have an interest in becoming certified, please denote this on your application
• Once an application is received, you are eligible to register for a DISCOUNTED certification class if not currently certified
• Please email Aaron Turnbull at aturnbull@dublin.oh.us for additional information or to register for a class

Once hired, the City covers the cost of re-certification and employees are paid for the time spent completing this training.

DEI Initiative Statement: The City of Dublin is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive and equitable community. We work to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We actively celebrate colleagues’ differences, support them through their careers with us, and prohibit discrimination and harassment. We strive to ensure equitable access to resources and opportunities that allow individuals and groups to feel safe, respected, motivated, and valued. Creating a culture of equity and belonging helps to ensure we meet the needs of all residents, visitors, and City of Dublin employees.

Core Competencies

Supplemental Information: All positions within this job classification have been designated as Casual in nature and all employees serving in such positions are considered to be Casual Employees. Casual employees serve strictly at the pleasure of the City and their employment may be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause.