DATE OPEN:  Friday, January 29, 2010
DATE CLOSED:  Open until filled; preference given to applications received by March 1, 2010
SALARY:  $13.00 - $16.00 per hour
WORK SITE:  Idylwood Park: 3650 West Lake Sammamish Parkway NE
HOURS:  35 - 40 hours per week; hours may vary depending on weather conditions and beach attendance (part-time positions also available).
DURATION:  Season is June 16 – September 6, 2010.  There will be a mandatory in-service training prior to the season.

TO APPLY:  Submit completed City of Redmond application packet via the online submission system. This is a 244 kb size file, and other options are available. (The application packet  is in the Adobe Acrobat format, and a minimum of Acrobat 4.0 is required. Obtain free Acrobat Reader to view/print.)  Please include a cover letter outlining why you are qualified for this position.  If you are an out-of-town student, please note on the application when you will be in the Redmond area (if you are an out-of-town student).

THE CITY OF REDMOND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; The City of Redmond provides reasonable accommodation to those with disabilities.

Duties:
Must enjoy working with people. Works in a team setting under the supervision of the Beach Front Manager and/or Assistant Beach Front Manager to provide a safe environment for the public; enforce park ordinances and swimming rules; supervise swimmers; provide public education on water safety to park visitors; rescue persons in distress; render assistance and first-aid to accident and injury victims; conduct basic beach front maintenance duties; maintain accurate records; and other duties as assigned.  Minimum of 17 years of age (by June 1, 2010) and lifeguarding experience at a pool or beach park is preferred. Note: Senior Lifeguard status may be established based on experience.

Licenses/Other Requirements:
Current certification in: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training/First Aid and American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. The Northwest Lifeguard Test or equivalent is desirable. Applicants will be required to attend skills and conditioning training prior to season. Ability to work complete lifeguard season and attend all testing and training sessions as scheduled. Must have a valid Washington driver’s license by date of hire and a driving record that meets City standards.

Working Conditions:
Outdoor recreational environment subject to noise, distractions, seasonal heat, adverse weather conditions and danger associated with aquatics setting.