Lifeguard (Recreation Attendant)

Lifeguard (Recreation Attendant)

Performs a variety of safety, monitoring, and maintenance duties to ensure the safe operation of the indoor aquatic facility by enforcing pool rules, responding to emergencies, conducting water rescues, and assisting with daily facility operations within the City of Aspen Recreation Department in support of the organization's values and mission statement.

Constantly observes swimmers and patrons to prevent accidents and ensure a safe environment. Recognizes and responds effectively to emergencies in accordance with the facility's Emergency Action Plan (EAP). Enforces all aquatic facility policies in a consistent and professional manner. Maintains a safe, clean, and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the pool area.

Conducts daily inspections of the facility and promptly report unsafe conditions or equipment issues. Performs light maintenance duties such as cleaning towels, tidying locker rooms, scrubbing tile, cleaning stainless steel and windows, and emptying filter baskets. Completes and maintains accurate records including daily pool chemistry readings and patron usage counts. Monitors pool equipment operation and ensure cleanliness and safety standards are upheld.

Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.

Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills and abilities: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, Innovation, Communication, Interpersonal, Technology, Policies & Regulations, Emergency Response, Safety Protocols and Enforcement, Monitoring and Reporting.

Must be at least fifteen (15) years of age at the time of hire. No previous lifeguard experience is required. However, relevant experience in an aquatic or recreation environment is preferred. Either current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or the ability to obtain certification is required. Paid training will be provided at no cost to candidates who are not already certified.

This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check. This position includes a pre-employment swimming assessment. Assessment components may include endurance swimming, treading water, and object retrieval.

Intermittent (less than 29 hours per week), hours vary depending based on facility needs, scheduled programs, and staff availability. Evenings/Weekends: May be required, including coverage for special events, swim meets, or rentals outside of standard operating hours.

Indoors: Work is performed in and around an indoor aquatic facility. Exposure to temperature-controlled pool areas, water, pool chemicals, and other environmental factors typical of an indoor pool setting. Outdoors/Off-Site: Meetings, trainings, and site visits at a variety of city facilities and areas.

Balancing, Bending, Climbing, Carrying, Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination, Gripping/Grasping, Handling, Hearing, Lifting, Reaching, Repetitive Motions, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Visual Acuity, Walking.