Flagg-Rochelle Community Park District

Job Description: Lifeguard

The Flagg-Rochelle Community Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Phone: (815) 562-7813 802 Jones Road www.RochelleParkDistrict.org

Fax: (815) 562-5383 Rochelle, IL 61068 Open M-F 8:30a-5:00p

Department: Recreation

Reports To: Aquatic Supervisor

Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, At-Will

Summary

The Rochelle Park District is seeking lifeguards to be responsible for aquatic guarding and instruction as needed

at The REC Center and Spring Lake Pool. District currently follows the American Red Cross Guidelines. Position

offers flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard, CPR, AED, First Aid Certified

• Must demonstrate vision capabilities of 20/30 corrected or best corrected. Lifeguards must wear corrective

eye wear at all times to maintain 20/30 or better vision while lifeguarding.

Essential Functions

• Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe activities and enforces facility rules.

• Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid.

• Determines chlorine content and pH value of water with water-testing kit and records readings.

• Cleans the pool deck area and locker rooms.

• Installs or removes lane lines and starting blocks.

• Has the ability to perform the physical and cognitive skills necessary to achieve and maintain a lifeguard and

CPR certification as prescribed by the agency.

• Other duties as assigned.

Marginal Functions

• The lifeguard must be able to perform life-saving techniques including in-pool rescues, CPR, AED

administration and first aid under stressful conditions.

• Safety and Security – Use good safety awareness, judgment and follow policies; report potentially unsafe

conditions; use equipment following manufacturer safety instructions; and follow agency ergonomic policies

and procedures.

• Attendance/Punctuality – Demonstrate consistent attendance and on-time arrival.

• Dependability – Follow instructions and respond to management direction; take responsibility for own

actions; keep commitments; and complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person.

• Professionalism – Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and

consideration; accept responsibility for own actions; and follow through on commitments.

• Interpersonal Skills – Focus on solving conflict, not blaming; listen to others without interrupting; keep

emotions under control; maintain a positive attitude; and be receptive to constructive feedback.

• Teamwork – Promote and support work teams; put success of team above own interests; and support

everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Customer Service – Manage difficult or emotional customer situations; respond to requests for service and

assistance; and meet commitments.

• Planning/Organizing – Prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.

• Judgment – Exhibit sound and appropriate judgment; support and explain reasoning for decisions; include

appropriate people in decision-making process; and make timely decisions.

• Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; and develop alternative solutions.

• Oral Communication – Listen and get clarification; and respond well to questions.

Flagg-Rochelle Community Park District

Job Description: Lifeguard

The Flagg-Rochelle Community Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Phone: (815) 562-7813 802 Jones Road www.RochelleParkDistrict.org

Fax: (815) 562-5383 Rochelle, IL 61068 Open M-F 8:30a-5:00p

• Organizational Support – Follow policies and procedures.

• Technical Skills – Must maintain lifeguard and CPR certifications as prescribed by the agency.

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• The District encourages its employees to “take ownership” of the District. As such, it is the responsibility of

all Park District employees to pick up litter throughout the building, grounds and facilities of the District.

• Staff is expected to help with the successful implementation of programs, parks and services across program

areas and between departments.

Safety

• All Employees will be responsible for implementing the policies and procedures that pertain to safety and

health.

• Maintains a working knowledge of all general agency and departmental specific safety rules.

• Uses material-handling equipment or staff assistance when lifting and/or moving objects 50 lbs. or greater.

• Promptly reports any work-related or patron injuries to supervisor.

• Attends required safety program and in-service education meetings.

• Corrects unsafe conditions and/or reports them to supervisor.

• Must be able to use personal protective equipment based on job specific tasks.

To Apply

Please send resume and/or application to:

Flagg-Rochelle Community Park District

Attn: Aquatics

802 Jones Road

Rochelle, IL 61068

mail@rochelleparkdistrict.org