Head Lifeguard - State Parks

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Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33

Location:

Hiring Rate:

$17.479

Job Posting:

JR2024-00012129 Head Lifeguard - State Parks (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job Description:

Are you a natural leader with a passion for safety and a love for the outdoors? Take the plunge into a rewarding leadership role as a Head Lifeguard at Nebraska's breathtaking state parks! In this position, you'll assist park superintendents with overseeing aquatic facility operations and supervising a team of lifeguards. Your leadership will ensure the safety and enjoyment of all park visitors as you maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of aquatic facilities, to include but not limited to, manage water testing and chemical levels, assisting general maintenance and cleaning, completing reports as needed, scheduling staff, performing customer service duties, assisting in conducting trainings and orientations, and enforce safety regulations. With our comprehensive training program, including certification at no cost to you, we'll equip you with the skills you need to excel in this role. Join our team of dedicated outdoor enthusiasts and lead the charge in creating unforgettable experiences for park visitors. Apply today and dive into your next adventure as a Head Lifeguard!

JOB DUTIES:
Head Lifeguard (Chadron State Park, Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, Fort Robinson State Park, Louisville SRA, Niobrara State Park, Platte River State Park, and Ponca State Park):

• Under limited supervision, oversee the designated aquatic facility operations and supervise lifeguard team members.
• Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of the pool area and bathhouse facilities.
• Assisting in general maintenance and cleaning of equipment used at the designated aquatic facility.
• Perform water testing and manage chemical levels for pool maintenance.
• Completing reports as needed.
• Enforce safety regulations and lead emergency responses promptly under limited supervision.
• Assisting in conducting trainings and orientations.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: At least six months experience working in a recreational area, scenic attraction, hospitality, historical, retail or customer service setting, agricultural setting, or related coursework/training.

Other: The ability to complete upon hire State of Nebraska Pool Operator training or obtain Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certificate or equivalent, and willingness to complete a Lifeguard Management Course.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of: Candidates must demonstrate a willingness and ability to have successfully completed and or recertify their lifeguard certification, Certified Pool Operator certification or equivalent depending on the needs of the facility. Familiarity with the role and responsibilities of a lifeguard in maintaining a safe aquatic environment. A general awareness of workplace safety practices and procedures. A willingness to complete a lifeguard management course.

A willingness to receive additional trainings as requested for the designated facility.

Skill in: Leading staff in ; communicating clearly with persons from a variety of backgrounds.

Ability to: meet and deal effectively with the public; understand and follow instructions; plan, assign and coordinate the work of others; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and administrative personnel; recognize safety hazards and take steps to correct the situation; apply agency policies pertinent to assigned work and direction of assigned crews; train assigned employees; plan, explain, and direct work assignments of a small group of employees engaged in the same work; resolve crew problems; learn and apply State laws and regulations pertaining to park operations; multi-task and prioritize responsibilities; bend, stoop, climb, reach frequently; work outdoors; remain standing and/or walking for long periods of time.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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