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LIFEGUARD  - Summer Positions

Juniper Swim and Fitness Center is accepting applications for Lifeguard, responsible for providing a safe and enjoyable swimming experience for JSFC guests by anticipating, recognizing and managing emergency situations as part of a professional team.  Training begins May 2010 and work schedules  begin late June 2010.

Primary duties:
• Anticipate and recognize potential emergencies by maintaining the 10/20 Protection Rule.
• Manage emergencies according to Ellis and JSFC protocols.
• Enforce facility and public health rules and regulations.
• Provide information and assistance to facility guests.
• Maintain Ellis and JSFC standards of professionalism at all times.
• Maintain lifeguard and CPR skills at "test ready" level at all times.
• Participate in lifeguard in-service training.
• Serve as locker room monitor.
• Assist with program needs and pool set up.
• Perform cleaning, equipment organization, and maintenance tasks.

Starting hourly wage:  $9.00 - $9.93 depending on experience.  These are part-time positions.  

Schedule:  Variety of Shifts.

Qualified candidates should possess the following:
• Minimum 15 years of age.
• Current Ellis & Associates, Inc. NPWLTP Pool Lifeguard/CPR License, or ability and willingness to complete Juniper Swim and Fitness Center's lifeguard training class prior to starting date.  Potential license reimbursement based on performance and length of employment.
• Basic swim skills including: front crawl stroke and treading water.
• Ability to handle stressful working conditions and emergencies, and to accept a high degree of accountability.
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults and children.
• Clean criminal background.
• Exceptional ability to work cooperatively with staff and the general public.

Supplemental Testing
Applicants extended an interview will also receive a swim test that includes swimming 200 yards, retrieving a 10 pound weight from a depth of 12 feet, and tread water for two (2) minutes without using hands.

Submit application:
Bend Park and Recreation District
799 SW Columbia Street
Bend, Oregon 97702

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pre-employment Drug Testing Required

Close Date:  Open until positions filled

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