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Job description
Career Opportunity
The city of Las Vegas Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs department invites applications for Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor (WSI).
This is an hourly level, part-time position. Scheduled hours for this position are limited to 19 hours or less per week (Shift will vary based on the needs of the programs and facility). Hourly employees are also limited to 1,560 hours of work in any 18 month period.
Receives general supervision from higher level supervisory or management staff. Pool Locations Municipal Pool • 431 E. Bonanza Road Pavilion Pool • 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive Doolittle Pool • 1940 N. J St. Garside Pool • 250 S. Torrey Pines Drive Carlos L. Martinez & Darrio J. Hall Pool • 889 N. Pecos Road Baker Pool • 1020 E. St. Louis Ave
Example of Duties
Expected to work in water 4-6 hours a day
Teaches swimming courses and possible competitive swimming, synchronized swimming, water polo, and/or diving
Safeguards pool and patrons
May set up and/or take down equipment for program and/or special events
Maintains order and cleanliness in the pool and adjoining areas
Minimum Requirements
Minimum 16 years of age Training Formal and informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance. Bilingual skills are desirable Expected to attend and complete all in and out of water mandatory trainings.
American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification
Water Safety Instructor Certification (Note: The Shallow Water and Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding Certification is NOT applicable.)
Must have reliable transportation
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Competencies Core Workforce Competencies Professionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.
Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.
Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.
Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.
Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.
Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.
Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.
Benefits
This job classification is not eligible for benefits.
Worksite address
las vegas, NV, 89105, US
Who can apply
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