SUMMER AQUATICS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION AND HUMAN SERVICES
LIFEGUARD/Seasonal: $20.00/Hour &
BEACH LIFEGUARD/Seasonal: $20.21/Hour
Responsibilities include: Stand watch or patrol beach or swimming pool; Keep bathers within bounds and go to their aid when they are in difficulty; Maintain order and compliance with beach or pool rules; Administer first aid and CPR as required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be 15 years of age at time of appointment for Lifeguard. Must be 16 years of age for Beach Lifeguard. Must possess current American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Lifeguard certifications or equivalent certifications as recognized by the New York State Department of Health at time of appointment. (When assigned to a position at Durand Eastman Beach, the incumbent will be required to obtain an Open Water Module certification and complete a Department arranged kayak training course.)
LIFEGUARD LIEUTENANT/Seasonal: $20.26/Hour &
BEACH LIFEGUARD LIEUTENANT/Seasonal: $20.47/Hour
Responsibilities include: Supervising the work of at least one lifeguard and one or more additional summer staff members; Stand watch or patrol beach or swimming pool; Keep bathers within bounds and go to their aid when they are in difficulty; Report staff problems, accidents, and unsafe acts to supervisor for follow-up; Enforce city and Bureau safety policies through regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) months full-time experience as lifeguard.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be 17 years of age at time of appointment. Must possess current American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Lifeguard certifications or equivalent certifications as recognized by the New York State Department of Health at time of appointment. (When assigned to a position at Durand Eastman Beach, the incumbent will be required to obtain an Open Water Module certification and complete a Department arranged kayak training course.)
LIFEGUARD CAPTAIN/Seasonal: $21.10-$22.46/Hour &
BEACH LIFEGUARD CAPTAIN/Seasonal: $21.54 - $22.90/Hour
Responsibilities include: Supervising a group of lifeguards and summer staff members in the patrol of a swimming facility or beach; maintaining subordinates work and break schedules to ensure safe coverage of assigned swimming facility or beach; Enforce City and Bureau safety policies through regular inspections of facilities and equipment; Train and counsel subordinates in safety practices; Prepares simple reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) months full-time paid experience as a lifeguard PLUS Two (2) months full-time paid experience supervising lifeguards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be 18 years of age at time of appointment. Must possess current Water Safety Instructor, American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Lifeguard certifications or equivalent certifications as recognized by the New York State Department of Health at time of appointment. (When assigned to a position at Durand Eastman Beach, the incumbent will be required to obtain an Open Water Module certification and complete a Department arranged kayak training course.)
LOCKER ROOM ATTENDANT/Seasonal: $16.00/Hour
Responsible for maintaining cleanliness, order, and security within the locker room for patrons. Performs related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or G.E.D.
POOL ATTENDANT/Seasonal: $15.88/Hour
Responsible for supervising locker room, distributing keys, and enforcing rules and regulations. Related work is performed as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Three (3) months experience supervising adults or children OR three (3) months experience as a security guard.
PREFERENCE IN HIRING MAY BE GIVEN TO CITY OF ROCHESTER RESIDENTS
DEADLINE FOR SUMMER AQUATICS APPLICATIONS IS 5:00 P.M. ON JULY 8, 2024.
Applications will be accepted through that date on the City's website www.cityofrochester.gov or in Room 103A, City Hall, 30 Church Street, Rochester, NY 14614. Please be certain that your application is complete and describes all relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed based upon the information supplied.
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview beginning March through May 2024