Lifeguard II (Full-Time)

Application Deadline: Open until filled

NOTE: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time.    

To Apply: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. Click here to apply online!

Help support Parks and Recreation in their mission to enhance the quality of life for all through the stewardship of public land and parks and to provide quality recreational experiences.  The City of Charlottesville is seeking candidates for Lifeguard II who are highly motivated and who strive for success by demonstrating Charlottesville's Core Values of Leadership, Trust, Creativity, Respect, and Excellence.  

The hiring amount for this position is $19.00 or $19.50 an Hour ($39,520.00 or $40,560.00 Annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement (up to $34 a month), tuition reimbursement (up to $3,000 per fiscal year), and continuing education/training opportunities. 

• For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

This position, in the absence of the Seasonal Pool Manager, manages the facility and has all of the responsibilities designated for the manager on duty.  This includes pool operations, staff supervision, customer service and pool maintenance.  Supervision is exercised over Lifeguard I, Customer Service Attendants, Instructors and other temporary, seasonal positions.  Performs responsible semi-skilled and routine protective service work in supervising the safe use of public swimming facilities by pool visitors and aids troubled bathers in emergencies; performs related duties as required.  Reports to the Seasonal Pool Manager or a Parks and Recreation Operations Specialist.

Click here to read more about our pools and programs: https://www.charlottesville.gov/276/Aquatics

The anticipated work schedule for this position (which may be subject to change) is as follows:

• Sunday - Thursday: 6:45 AM - 3:45 PM
• Tuesday - Saturday: 6:45 AM - 3:45 PM

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 17 years or older by employment start date.
• Minimum of three (3) months of experience with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation in a Lifeguard I position OR minimum of six (6) months of lifeguarding experience at other facilities.
• Must possess a current Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.
• Must be available to work varied shifts including weeknights, weekends and holidays
• Must pass periodic CPR audits.
• Must complete training with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation to include but not limited to: in-service training, sexual harassment prevention training, water testing, chemical handling, cash handling, paperwork management and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Oxygen Administration and Preventing Disease Transmission and Waterpark Skills Module is preferred

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Values Diversity at All Levels of its Workforce.