Lifeguard – Summer Outdoor
The role of the guard
with the Oak Lawn Park District is diversified and essential to the
personal safety of all swimmers. This job is one which runs the gamut of
part-time “maintenance man” to full-time “parent.” Yet, it is one of
those jobs that what you take away from your experience is incalculable.
Qualifications
1. American Red Cross
Lifeguard, Standard First Aid and CPR Certified.
– Mandatory*
*
The Oak Lawn Park District is offering a Lifeguard Training Class. All
participants that complete that course will be given priority in summer
employment with the park district for lifeguard positions.
2. American Red Cross
Water Safety Instructor (WSI) –
Preferred
Position:
Part-time; seasonal.
Hours/Shifts: Varies
- includes weekdays, weeknights, weekends.
Essential Job Functions
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Able to successfully
complete all training programs and required rescue techniques.
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Responsible for
wearing corrective eye wear as needed to maintain 20/30 binocular
vision.
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Ability to hear
without assistance in order to identify a drowning victim and rescue
them.
Responsibilities
All guards are
responsible for the following, including, but not limited to:
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Constant surveillance
of the facility during operational hours.
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Complete enforcement
and understanding of all pool rules.
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Take all measure in
providing a safe, healthy and enjoyable atmosphere for all patrons.
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Administer First Aid
as deemed necessary, complete Accident/Incident Reports properly.
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Knowledgeable in
other positions duties to be able to fill in at times of need.
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Comply with requests
of staff in reference to efficient pool operation.
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Recognize the skill
level of each swimmer and instruct him/her to the appropriate location
in the pool.
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Report any and all
repairs, hazardous situations, etc. to staff.
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Demonstrate a safety
consciousness at all times both with patrons and other staff members.
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Demonstrate a
positive attitude at all times when dealing with the public.
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NEVER …EVER leave the
pool and specifically your station unattended while someone is in the
water.
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Act in a professional
manner at all times, whenever at a pool facility.
Wage:
Depends upon
Qualifications – newly certified lifeguards start at minimum wage.
How
to apply:
On-line: Download the
application and return to any Oak Lawn Park District facility.
In-person: Go to any
Oak Lawn Park District facility to complete an application.
Questions:
Contact:
Lisa Durcan
Mike Marty
ldurcan@olparks.com
mmarty@olparks.com
P.
708.857.5173 P. 708.857.2215