Aquatics Lifeguard and Aquatics Head Lifeguard

Be a part of an exciting team dedicated to helping our community become water safe and staying active.
Responsible for the safety and general welfare of pool users in accordance with the City of Corvallis and American Red Cross standards. These tasks are illustrative only and may include other related duties.
The Head Lifeguard serves as the shift leader and is responsible for the safety and general welfare of pool users in accordance with the City of Corvallis and American Red Cross standards.
Casual, non-represented, part-time position
Varied hours, may include evenings, weekends, holidays

Aquatics Lifeguard $14.92-$17.45
Aquatics Head Lifeguard $15.75-$18.43

Must meet all qualifications and requirements as listed in the position description.

At Parks and Recreation, our mission is to preserve and create a community heritage by providing places and programs designed to enhance the quality of life. Osborn Aquatic Center is equipped with four pools, including an Olympic size 50-meter pool, climbing wall, zip-line, basketball hoop, and rope swing.

Essential Functions

Aquatics LifeguardMaintains constant vigil over patrons and effectively rescues persons in danger. Provides lifeguard services in both indoor and outdoor pools. Monitors the use of the swimming pools, classrooms, locker rooms and other areas in the facility; enforces safety rules. Prevents accidents. Provides corrective feedback to patrons who may not be following facility rules or Parks and Recreation Code of Conduct Guidelines. Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as but not limited to, setting up equipment, putting away equipment, maintenance and cleaning, and helping set up and support classes and events. Responds to public inquires about aquatics programs and special events. Assists patrons with disabilities enter and exit the pools. Supports the Head Lifeguard in opening duties, closing duties and facility operations. Attends and actively participates in monthly in-service training and maintains in-service training requirements. Assists in implementing and supporting various aquatics competitions, facility rentals, and special events. Assists with maintenance of records and statistics for aquatics programs and equipment as directed. Assists with maintenance of the swimming pools and equipment. Conforms with all safety rules and performs work is a safe manner. Delivers excellent customer service to diverse audiences. Maintains effective work relationships. Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.
Aquatics Head Lifeguard
Oversees on-duty lifeguards, assigns tasks to lifeguards, and performs lifeguard shift rotation.

Maintains constant vigil over patrons and effectively rescues persons in danger. Provides lifeguard services in both indoor and outdoor pools. Monitors the use of the swimming pools, classrooms, locker rooms and other areas in the facility; enforces safety rules. Prevents accidents.

Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as but not limited to, setting up equipment, putting away equipment, maintenance and cleaning, and helping set up and support classes and events.

Responds to public inquires about aquatics programs and special events. Responds to community member and participant concerns.

Opens and closes the facility, checks equipment and setup for use.

Provides corrective feedback to patrons who may not be following facility rules or Parks and Recreation Code of Conduct Guidelines.

Responds to public inquires about aquatics programs and special events.

Assists patrons with disabilities enter and exit the pools.

Attends and actively participates in monthly in-service training and maintains in-service training requirements.

Assists in implementing and supporting various aquatics competitions, facility rentals, and special events.

Assists with maintenance of records and statistics for aquatics programs and equipment as directed.

Conforms with all safety rules and performs work is a safe manner.

Delivers excellent customer service to diverse audiences.

Maintains effective work relationships.

Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.


Qualifications and Skills

Education and ExperienceCombination of education and experience that provides the employee with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Previous lifeguard experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThorough knowledge of safe aquatic practices, ability and alertness to recognize potentially hazardous situations and/or practices. Working knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in an aquatics program. Skill in First Aid and CPR/AED. Ability to enforce safety and health regulations relating to an aquatics program. Ability to communicate effectively orally to a variety of audiences, to give and understand oral instructions.
Good customer service skills, and the ability to interact with groups of all ages. Ability to get along well with coworkers, the public, staff and volunteers and to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to perform in emergency situations and in a challenging environment. Routine decision making regarding assessment of immediate situations, available options, and selection of appropriate methods and procedures. Deviations from standard procedures generally require approval of the supervisor. Special RequirementsCurrent American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED certifications for the Professional Rescuer or Healthcare Provider within one year of issuance required. Waterpark or equivalent certification preferred. Work schedules may be irregular and change frequently based on operating needs. Frequent schedule changes that include early morning, late evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts may be required. Demonstrable commitment to sustainability. Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background and/or criminal history check.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants must submit an online application located on the City of Corvallis website (click on "Apply" above). Position is open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter and resume with the online application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted/considered.
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer in Compliance with ADA.