Part-Time Lifeguard/Instructor- All Aquatic Centers Job at Cobb County, GA, Marietta, GA

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  • Cobb County, GA
  • Marietta, GA

Job Description

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Marietta, GA

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: 03586

Department: Parks

Opening Date: 08/22/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Grade Code: 101P

Position Information


All positions are part-time and located in the Cobb County PARKS Department and may be filled as a Lifeguard or Lifeguard/Instructor, depending upon qualifications.

The water skills will be the pre-requisite for the lifeguarding class if the applicant isn't certified. Applicants may be asked to complete the water skills as part of the interview process. Applicants must pass a pre-course swimming skills test prior to taking lifeguarding courses.

The water skills test consist of the following:

  • 300-yard swim using front crawl or breaststroke
  • Two-minute tread using legs only
  • The ability to retrieve a 10-lb dive weight from 7 ft. deep, s urface and swim 20 yds. with the weight u sing legs only and exit the pool without using a ladder within 100 seconds
Multiple positions are available at the following locations:

  • Central Aquatics
  • West Cobb Aquatics
  • Mountain View Aquatics
  • South Cobb Aquatics
Lifeguard: $17.00/hr. (Grade: 100P)
Lifeguard/Instructor: $17.51/hr. (Grade 101P)


Essential Functions


Part-Time Lifeguard :
Ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures: ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Observes and oversees the activities of swimmers: scans the water; enforces pool rules; maintains discipline at facility; takes preventive safety actions; rescues distressed swimmers; provides emergency first aid and CPR; and performs other emergency life saving services as needed.

Maintains swimming pool and facility: assists with opening pool facility: cleans restrooms, locker rooms, walkways, pool deck, and pool furniture; stocks paper goods; and maintains related documentation.

Performs customer service functions: provides information and answers questions regarding pool policies, procedures, programs, fees and other issues; responds to questions and complaints; and initiates problem resolution.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Part-Time Lifeguard/Instructor
Ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures: ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Observes and oversees the activities of swimmers: scans the water; enforces pool rules; maintains discipline at facility; takes preventive safety actions; rescues distressed swimmers; provides emergency first aid and CPR; and performs other emergency life saving services as needed.

Instructs swimming lessons: prepares lesson plans; registers program participants; takes attendance; teaches and demonstrates a variety of skills, such as floating, kicking, stroke techniques and water safety; tests participants; makes recommendations for future classes and skill development; and monitors the safety of participants during classes.

Maintains swimming pool and facility: assists with opening pool facility: cleans restrooms, locker rooms, walkways, pool deck, and pool furniture; stocks paper goods; and maintains related documentation.

Performs customer service functions: provides information and answers questions regarding pool policies, procedures, programs, fees and other issues; responds to questions and complaints; and initiates problem resolution.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Part-Time Lifeguard :
Must be age 15 or older. Must be able to pass a water/skills test. High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Part-Time Lifeguard/Instructor :
Must be age 16 or older. Must be able to pass a water/skills test. High School Diploma or GED supplemented by one year of experience in lifeguarding is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications


Part-Time Lifeguard :
The following nationally-recognized certifications are preferred: Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid.

Part-Time Lifeguard/Instructor :
The following nationally-recognized certifications are preferred: Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor, CPR, and First Aid.

Physical Abilities


Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and prolonged standing, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, hazardous materials, fire, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, electric currents, toxic agents, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, water hazards, violence, disease, or difficult customers.

Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.

*Benefits for part-time employees are marked.

01


I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
  • Yes
  • No

02


I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and/or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
  • Yes
  • No

03


Are you a current Cobb County Government employee?
  • Yes
  • No

04


If yes, in what department of Cobb County Government are you currently employed? (Enter N/A if not applicable - This does not include Cobb County School District employees).

05


Are you at least 15 years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No

06


Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No

07


Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Some College
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Advanced Degree
  • None of the above

08


If you have a college degree or vocational/technical diploma, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.

09


Do you have lifeguarding/swimming experience?
  • Yes
  • No

10


Please select which location(s) you are willing to work at:
  • Central Aquatics - 520 Fairground St SE, Marietta, GA 30060
  • West Cobb Aquatics - 3675 Macland Rd #1336, Powder Springs, GA 30127
  • Mountain View Aquatics - 2650 Gordy Pkwy, Marietta, GA 30066
  • South Cobb Aquatics - 875 Riverside Pkwy, Austell, GA 30168

11


Please select which certifications you currently possess.
  • Lifeguard
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Water Safety Instructor
  • I don't have any certifications listed above but I am willing to obtain them.
  • I don't have any certifications listed above and I am NOT willing to obtain them.

12


If selected for this position you must be able to pass a water skills test. Do you agree to these terms?
  • Yes
  • No

13


If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check and a credit check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
  • Yes
  • No

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