Lifeguard

ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA
Charlottesville, Virginia United States  View Map
Posted: Jan 10, 2025
  • Temporary
  • Public Safety
  • Job Description

    Lifeguard
    Department of Parks & Rec
    Temporary
    Non-Exempt
    Non Benefits Eligible, Non VRS Eligible

    Job Summary/ Objective:
    Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, Beach Manager and Head Lifeguard, the Lifeguard provides supervision of water, beach, beach areas, and assists the Head Lifeguard in the operation of beach areas.

    Supervisory Responsibilities:
    N/A

    Essential Functions:
    • Supervises swimming activities at the facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
    • Always presents a professional appearance and positive attitude and maintains a high standard of customer service.
    • Supervises and maintains the safe use of swimming, boating, and beach areas.
    • Aids, performs, and directs necessary water rescue maneuvers and first aid.
    • Performs beach, bathhouse, comfort station, and picnic shelter maintenance.
    • Collects fees.
    • Assists at other lakes/beaches as needed.

    Competency: Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:
    • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
    • Ability to work most or up to the entire season.
    • Ability to swim long/short distances rapidly.

    Required Education and Experience:
    • Must possess a valid Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguard Certificate, Red Cross First Aid, and CPR.

    Physical and Mental Requirements:
    • This position requires exposure to the sun for extended periods.
    • Frequent walking/standing.
    • Strenuous physical tasks to perform rescues, such as running over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, or stooping, swimming and diving underwater for extended periods, lifting or carrying people weighing 100 pounds.
    • Being exposed to potentially life-threatening situations on a recurring basis.
    • Daily contact with general public to provide information and enforces safety rules and perform rescues.

    Remote Work:
    This position is not eligible for remote work. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

    Deadline to Apply: Position open until filled.

    Salary:
    $16.50 for new lifeguards
    $17.00 for returning second year lifeguard.
    $17.50 for returning third or more years lifeguard.
    This is a part time, temporary, FLSA non-exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.

    Sign-On Incentive:
    You will receive a $250.00 sign-on incentive if you are onboarded and work at least one (1) day by June 9 th . This will be paid on the following paycheck after June 9 th .
    You will receive another $250.00 if you work an average of 30 hours a week for 5 out of 9 open swim season weeks. This will be paid on the following paycheck after Labor Day.

    Length of Employment: May 17 - Labor Day

    Albemarle County Core Values:


    Albemarle County holds its employees to the highest standards in fulfilling the County’s Vision and Mission. We believe in excellence in public service through:

    Community: We expect diversity, equity and inclusion to be integrated into how we live our mission.

    Integrity: We value our customers and co-workers by always providing honest and fair treatment.

    Innovation: We embrace creativity and positive change.

    Stewardship: We honor our role as stewards of the public trust by managing our natural, human, and financial resources respectfully and responsibly.

    Learning: We encourage and support lifelong learning and personal and professional growth.

    Virginia Values Veterans: Albemarle County is a V3 certified organization.

    EOE/EEO
    Albemarle County is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Albemarle County
    • Albemarle County

    Albemarle County Local Government's vision is a thriving County anchored by a strong economy and excellent education system, that honors its rural heritage, scenic beauty, and natural and historic resources while fostering attractive and vibrant communities. We work together with citizens to connect civic challenges to community problem solvers.

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