DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Aquatics Manager I the Lifeguard:

• Presents a positive image of the Peoria Park District and the aquatics operation.
• Enforces all pool rules at all times.
• Attends In-Service trainings on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Maintains ILTP technical rescue skills competency at “test ready” levels at all times during period of licensure.
• Maintains mental and physical skill levels also at a “test ready” level.
• Enforces and maintain the 10/20 Protection Standard at all times.
• Makes sure to perform “bottom checks” each rotation in and out of the lifeguard chair.
• Does not leave post except for a rescue or when relieved by another lifeguard or supervisor.
• Cares for all equipment and replaces it in the correct place after each use.
• Must be able to work the assigned shift.
• Follows all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed. Supports all aspects of the Park District’s safety program.
• Completes cleaning duties, such as, but are not limited to the following: moving chairs, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing the deck, cleaning restroom areas, restocking restrooms, taking trash out, vacuum and clean pools, wiping down windows, pulling weeds, spreading mulch, will be assigned to all employees during a shift.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain your swimming ability at “test ready” level. Must be able to swim 200 yards using freestyle or breaststroke or a combination of both strokes and complete this in 4 minutes or less.
• Able to perform a feet first surface dive and retrieve a 10 lb. weighted brick and bring to the surface.
• Must be able to tread water for 2 minutes only using legs.
• Maintain the ability to be able to rescue an adult from the deepest point of training pool, bring them to the surface, perform “team” management by executing an extrication onto the pool deck, and perform a scenario that could involve: rescue breathing, CPR, possible obstructed airway, or spinal management.
• Able to move and connect pool chemical containers weighing up to 50 lbs.

Education: High school or college student preferred (must be a least 15 years old). Must have current Ellis Lifeguard certification or the ability to obtain this certification.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Considerable ability as a swimmer plus skills in water rescue work and resuscitation. Knowledge of principles and practices of pool rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work harmoniously with the public and fellow employees in an enthusiastic and cooperative manner.
• Ability to effectively communicate in both speaking and writing.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.