Aquatic Leader I/II (Regular Non-Benefitted)

Aquatic Leader I/II (Regular Non-Benefitted)

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Aquatic Leader I/II (Regular Non-Benefitted)

Salary

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Location

City of Bellingham, WA

Job Type

Regular Non Benefited

Job Number

24- RNB Aquatic Leader I/II

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

10/15/2024

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Local 1937

Description

Benefits

Questions

Nature of Work

Join our dynamic team as an Aquatic Leader, where your passion for aquatic recreation meets the thrill of ensuring safety and fun! In this vital role, you’ll interact with pool patrons and students and providing top-notch customer service. Dive into this rewarding opportunity and make a splash in our community!

Aquatic Leader I: $18.94 – $22.57 per hour. This position will start at Step 1 ($18.94/hour)

Aquatic Leader II: $20.07 – $24.00 per hour. This position will start at Step 1 ($20.07/hour)

The City is also recruiting for Lifeguards, please apply for the appropriate position based on your experience and training as they correlate to the position.

Employees receive step increases on completion of 2080 hours in accordance with the Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees, Local 1937 Collective Bargaining Agreement (https://cob.org/about/employment/labor-agreements-pay-schedule) and City policy. An individual in this position will move through the series in non-competitive promotions upon completing the necessary requirements and certifications for each Level. A person with the requisite experience and training may be hired at the Aquatic Leader II level.

In a regular non-benefitted position with the City of Bellingham, employees are allowed to work up to 69 hours per calendar month and flex up to full time for up to four months each calendar year.

City of Bellingham employees receive access to our employee assistance program. This position is not eligible for benefits, except as required by law. Employees are eligible to accrue 1 hour of Washington State paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.

This position becomes represented by the Local 1937 bargaining unit after the completion of 1040 hours working an average of at least 12 hours per week, on an annual basis.

This is an on-going recruitment to fill current and future staffing needs throughout the year. This recruitment may be closed at any time based on departmental needs.

JOB SUMMARY:

Aquatic Leader I/II performs a variety of duties in aquatic recreation including public interaction with pool patrons and students, providing customer service, team leadership, lifeguarding, swimming and aerobic instruction, first aid, and general aquatic facility custodial services. May be responsible for facility supervision at the Aquatic Center and City-owned beaches in the absence of full-time staff and the Aquatic Program Leader.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Lifeguards facility, program and patrons, identifying potential safety concerns and preventing accidents. Provides lifesaving measures including, first aid, and CPR when necessary.

Leads high-quality swim lessons, American Red Cross training courses, and aerobic classes to all levels and age groups.

Ensures that all areas of the facilities are limited to authorized users. Recognizes and acts immediately to address inappropriate and unsafe behavior. Responds to safety or security situations and contacts appropriate staff, law enforcement, or other emergency personnel as appropriate.

Cleans locker rooms, staff areas, beaches, and natatorium. Conducts chemical tests and sanitizes facilities after contamination incidents.

Attends monthly in-service trainings and assists with those trainings as needed.

Completes all paperwork related to swim lessons, lifeguarding duties, and other assigned duties.

Provides supervision of the facility and leads staff in the absence of the Aquatics Manager, Aquatic Supervisor, Recreation Coordinators, and Aquatic Program Leader.

ADDITIONAL WORK PERFORMED:

May assist Aquatic Program Leader, Recreation Coordinators, or Aquatic Supervisor with planning programs and activities.

Performs other related work of a similar nature and level.

May assist with training and evaluating temporary and regular non-benefited staff.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed year-round in a humid indoor Aquatics Center and outdoors during the summer months at City-owned beaches. Employees often walk on wet or slick surfaces around pool area and waterfront areas. Frequently interacts with the public in the field, which may include exposure to hostile, offensive language, or interactions with angry or volatile individuals. Frequent exposure to pool chemicals and cleaning agents. Occasional exposure to hazardous materials such as blood. General safety precautions are taken into consideration for the majority of these hazards. Exposed to outside weather conditions.

Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job including:

Meet standards required for American Red Cross Pre-test for Lifeguarding and Waterfront certifications

Meet department standards required for Aquatics Practice Assessment.

Frequently remain stationary for long periods of time; ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, ability to kneel, crouch, or bend at the waist to conduct tests or lift patrons.

Frequently lift and move heavy objects up to 50 lbs., and occasionally transport weights of up to approximately 100lbs.

Hear, communicate, and see sufficiently to receive and provide instructions in a noisy fast-paced environment while meeting mandated safety standards.

Operate pool maintenance equipment of varying weight, lengths, and width and aid distressed swimmers of varying sizes.

Occasionally travel between indoor and outdoor locations; ability to be exposed to outdoor weather conditions for extended periods of time.

Experience and Training

Aquatics Leader I

Must be at least 16 years of age.

Minimum of 3 months lifeguarding experience.

Minimum of 3 months experience supporting Learn to Swim.

Demonstrated ability communicating and working effectively with patrons of all ages.

Customer Service experience preferred.

Aquatics Leader II

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Minimum of 6 months lifeguarding experience.

Minimum of 6 months experience instructing American Red Cross training courses such as Water Safety.

Water Aerobics Instruction experience preferred.

Necessary Special Requirements

Employment contingent upon passing a criminal convictions check and child and vulnerable adult abuse records check.

Must pass a pre-employment skills test, including but not limited to:

American Red Cross Pre-test for Lifeguarding and Waterfront Certification

Must pass pre-employment drug screen prior to hire. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana. Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired)

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends with a minimum availability of 1 shift per week.

Aquatics Leader I

Current Lifeguarding American Red Cross certification.

First Aid

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuers

Must obtain within two weeks the following American Red Cross certifications and maintain throughout duration of employment:

Administering Emergency Oxygen

Bloodborne Pathogens Training

Water Safety and Lifeguard Training Instructor Certifications preferred.

Aquatics Leader II

Ability to maintain current American Red Cross certifications throughout the duration of employment in the following:

Lifeguarding

First Aid

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuers

Administering Emergency Oxygen

Bloodborne Pathogens Training

Water Safety Instructor Certification

Lifeguard Training Instructor Certification

Failure to obtain and maintain required certifications within the timeline specified will result in demotion to a lower classification for which qualified, until such time as required certification is achieved or termination if not qualified for a lower class.

Selection Process

Please ensure your application is complete and all required information has been provided. Standard completeness means all application fields (contact information, personal information, education, work experience, references, and required supplemental questions). Provide as much detail as you believe will fully describe your experience and training.

This is a continuous recruitment. As applications are received, they will be forwarded to the Aquatic Center for further review. Candidates selected to participate in testing will be notified via email by the Aquatic Center.

Equal Opportunity:

Our environment is characterized by respect for cultural backgrounds, belief systems, and ethnic diversity. The City of Bellingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its work force. We do not make decisions on the basis of an individuals race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, age (40), disability, retaliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. All are encouraged to apply for employment.

Fair Hiring Practices

The City provides individuals who have been arrested or convicted of a criminal offense an equal and fair opportunity to obtain employment.

The City will not inquire about an applicants criminal history until after a conditional job offer has been made.

The City will disregard the prior arrest and conviction record of an otherwise qualified individual unless the offense is directly related to the job position for which the individual has applied.

The City will notify an otherwise qualified applicant about a potentially disqualifying conviction and give the applicant an opportunity to submit information regarding the accuracy of the criminal records as well as evidence of mitigation or rehabilitation, as appropriate.

In a regular non-benefit position with the City of Bellingham, employees are allowed to work up to 69 hours per calendar month. These positions are not eligible for benefits, except as required by law.

01

Do you meet the following experience and training requirements for Aquatic Leader I?

– Must be at least 16 years of age.

– Minimum of 3 months lifeguarding experience.

– Minimum of 3 months experience supporting Learn to Swim.

– Demonstrated ability communicating and working effectively with patrons of all ages.

– Current Lifeguarding American Red Cross certification: First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuers

Yes

No

02

Do you meet the following experience and training requirements for Aquatic Leader II?

– Must be at least 18 years of age.

– Minimum of 6 months lifeguarding experience.

– Minimum of 6 months experience instructing American Red Cross training courses such as Water Safety.

-Current American Red Cross certifications: Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, Administering Emergency Oxygen, Bloodborne Pathogens Training, Water Safety Instructor Certification, Lifeguard Training Instructor Certification

Yes

No

03

Applicants are required to upload all applicable certifications for the level they are qualified for. Have you uploaded your certifications to your application?

Yes

No

04

What months can you work?

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What days can you work?

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What hours can you work?

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Evenings

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When can you begin work?

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Describe a situation when you demonstrated strong communications skills and mature judgement.

09

What has prepared you to work with members of the public of all ages and abilities?

Required Question

Agency

City of Bellingham

Address

104 West Magnolia Street Bellingham, Washington, 98225

Phone

360-778-8228

Website

http://www.cob.org/employment

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