Swim Lesson Lifeguard

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As a Swim Lesson/Pool Lifeguard youll play a critical role in maintaining swimmer safety during lessons and open swim times supporting instructors and providing excellent customer service to participants and families. Youll work in an indoor aquatic environment while supporting swim lessons and general aquatic programming while helping ensure a safe welcoming and well-run pool environment.

Schedule & Locations:

• Sunday: Late morning through early evening
• Monday & Wednesday: Evening shifts
• Saturday: Morning shifts
• Locations: Williston Fitness Center and The Marsh

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool and surrounding deck during swim lessons and aquatic programs.
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies including swimmer rescues first aid and CPR as needed.
• Understand follow and enforce all facility rules safety guidelines and City of Minnetonka policies and procedures.
• Support swim lesson instructors by monitoring swimmer safety and assisting with transitions as needed.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with participants parents/guardians instructors and fellow staff.
• Provide excellent customer service by addressing questions and concerns in a calm respectful and timely manner.
• Assist with basic facility upkeep and general pool deck cleanliness to ensure a safe environment.
• Maintain positive working relationships with staff and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
• Seek assistance from the coordinator or manager when situations require additional support.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must hold a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification prior to employment Lifeguard
• Must be at least 16 years old at the time of hire.
• Must be available to attend job-specific trainings throughout the season.
• Preferred availability for the full season of employment.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Moderately physically demanding work typically involving a combination of occasional climbing stooping kneeling and crouching. Occasionally lifts and/or move items weighing up to 30 lbs or heavier items (300 lbs) with assistance. When working outdoors staff are exposed to all types of weather conditions.

Not Sure You Meet All the Qualifications
If this role interests you but youre unsure about meeting all the listed requirements we encourage you to apply! Your unique experiences may be more relevant than you think and we value both technical skills and diverse perspectives.

How to Apply:

1. Click Apply at the top of the page before the closing date.
2. Submit these documents via the online application system (no zip files or links):
   • Resume
   • Cover Letter
3. Questions Contact Human Resources at .

Hiring Process:

• Open Job Posting:Requisition is open and accepting applications.
• Selection Process: Qualified applicants join a candidate pool. Hiring managers select candidates for interviews and/or assessments. Youll be notified if selected.
• Pre-Employment Screening: This may include a drivers license a criminal history background check a drug test a physical exam a work assessment or simulation and if education-based proof of qualifications.

Contact Us:
For position-related questions email Katie Xiong at .

Veterans Preference:
Veterans can request preference under MN Statute 197.455 by submitting a DD214 with their application.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The City of Minnetonka values diversity and does not discriminate based on race color creed age religion national origin marital status disability sex sexual orientation familial status public assistance status or other protected classes.