LIFEGUARD I

Lifeguard Position

The Recreation Division seeks a positive and energetic professional to join our team. The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety of the Johnson County citizens and community visitors to JCPRD Aquatic Facilities. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of recreational opportunities and improved quality of life for the citizens of Johnson County!

Job Summary: The Lifeguard ensures the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies at the Shawnee Mission School District Aquatic Center, an indoor aquatic facility, as well as the outdoor beaches located at the Shawnee Mission Park and/or Kill Creek Park.

Major Duties:

• Observe and enforce all rules and regulations of the facility to prevent accidents or emergency situations.
• Educate and inform patrons of the rules and regulations of the facility
• Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; respond quickly to all emergencies and administer first aid as needed
• Help to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary facility
• Communicate with the lifeguard team and facility staff for additional assistance in an emergency.
• Provide quality customer service for our patrons
• Complete all appropriate daily paperwork during assigned shifts
• Attend all in-service training sessions and staff meetings
• Maintain good physical condition and strong job-related skills
• Perform all other related duties as assigned

Work Locations:

Shawnee Mission School District Aquatic Center - 17251 W. 87th St., Lenexa, KS 66219

Days: Monday - Saturday, occasional Sundays

Shawnee Mission Park Lake Beach - 79th & Renner Rd., Shawnee Mission, KS 66219

Days: Open Sunday - Saturday

Kill Creek Park Lake Beach - 11670 S. Homestead Lane, De Soto, KS 66061

Days: Open Thursday - Sunday

Hours: under 1,000 hours per year

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 15 • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification and Waterfront Lifeguard Certification required • American Red Cross First Aid, CPR & AED Certification required • Strong communication and customer service skills along with the ability to work with individuals of all ages. • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions • Ability to maintain good physical condition and maintain professional skills of alertness, responsible, good judgment, and cleanliness. • Criminal background check and drug test is required

Miscellaneous Information:

Compensated training for American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, if not currently certified. Paid ongoing training. Eligible for paid time off. Earn complimentary seasonal pass(es). Year-round positions are available.