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Chicago Park District - Department Of Human Resources
Job Title: Lifeguard Captain (BID) Beaches & Pools (Seasonal)Location: TBA
Contact: Job Contact Email
Note: This opportunity is for current Chicago Park District employees and members in good standing of SEIU-Local 73 only.
BID APPLICATION PERIOD: 1/21/08 –4/07/08
SUBMIT BID APPLICATIONS TO: Chicago Park District 541 N. Fairbanks Ct., Chicago llinois 60611, 312-742-5220.Title: Lifeguard Captain
2008 Starting Seasonal Salary: $15.12 per hour
Department: Sports & Recreation
Duties: Schedules staff and coordinates the most effective assignment of beach or pool life guarding staff. Closes beach or pool when conditions are unsafe for swimming. Enforces park rules and regulations regarding pool and beach activities. Provides orientation for assigned staff in proper emergency procedures, safety standards and the proper condition and placement of lifesaving equipment.
Performs general administrative duties including but not limited to payroll, routine record keeping, performance ratings and accident reports. Responds to questions from park patrons regarding aquatic facilities and activities. Responds to crowd control and emergency situations by following established procedures such as administering first aid and CPR and notifying the proper authorities.
Training and Experience:
Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination certification (GED) is required. A minimum of four (4) seasons of life guarding experience at a public open water surf beach or pool location which includes at least two (2) seasons in a supervisory capacity is required.
Certification Requirements at time of hire:
American Red Cross Life guarding certificate, or equivalent to include:
American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer, or equivalent
American Red Cross First Aid, or equivalent
American Red Cross AED, or equivalent
American Red Cross Oxygen Administration, or equivalent
American Red Cross Blood borne Pathogens Training or equivalent
Chicago Park District Life Guarding Card
Any vacancy posted is pending Budget approval.
