Job Details

Salary: $22.74 - $24.27 Hourly
Location : Juneau
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500626
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Augustus Brown Swimming Pool
Opening Date: 05/16/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Number: 212032
Bargaining Unit: Unrepresented
Pay Range: 10
Hours Per Week: 36.25
Telework Availability: Not Available

Description
Juneau Pools is seeking a Head Lifeguard to join our energetic Augustus Brown Pool team!
***WE ARE OFFERING A $3,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS***

This position is open until filled. We have one vacancy to fill. We are reviewing applicants and inviting qualified individuals to participate in our selection process as they apply. If you have applied after the vacant position is filled, you will be notified. We encourage all applicants who are interested in this position to apply in a timely fashion.
This position is under the direction of the Pool Supervisor. The incumbent supervises temporary positions including swim instructors, aquatic attendants, and lifeguards. The incumbent oversees the pool operation in the absence of the Pool Supervisor. The incumbent oversees facility rentals.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for professional, vigilant and attention-orientated individuals who enjoy working with the public and understand the importance of aquatics in our community. Applicants must also be a proficient swimmer and able to work well as part of a team of varying ages and experience levels and be able to handle high-paced and occasionally stressful situations.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

Our aquatic team is a dynamic team who work cohesively together and are dedicated to making aquatic opportunities available to the community. Aquatic staff enjoy flexibility in scheduling as well as a complimentary pool pass for the employee.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION

This position will primarily work at the Augustus Brown Swimming Pool, but may also be asked to work at the Dimond Park Aquatic Center.

Our facilities are open to the public seven days a week from 5:00am-8:30 pm Monday-Friday and 9:00am-6:00pm on weekends. However, this position will primarily be working 1:15pm-8:30pm Monday through Friday.

Typical Responsibilities

• Opens and closes pool facility.
• Inspects facility for cleanliness and for unusual circumstances before opening the facility for public use.
• Monitors facility public use areas for cleanliness and directs staff to clean as needed. Cleans, sweeps, mops the natatorium, and shovels snow as needed.
• Responsible for vacuuming the pool on a daily basis.
• Tests and records water chemical levels for chlorine and pH levels as well as alkalinity, calcium hardness, and salinity levels. Adds pool chemicals as directed by the Pool Supervisor.
• Checks sauna for correct temperature settings and ON/OFF operation.
• Monitors air quality.
• Reports any issues with the facility regarding maintenance, water, and air quality to the facility supervisor.
• Lifeguards as needed. Responds to emergencies and gives first aid.
• Enforces facility rules regarding use of pool, exercise area, and general public areas.
• Gives staff necessary items to perform their duties (i.e., the cash till for Aquatic attendants).
• Checks that staff are on duty as scheduled.
• Observes on-duty staff including Aquatic Attendants, lifeguards, and aquatic instructors.
• Reports to the Pool Supervisor on staff's performance.
• Recommends to the Pool Supervisor any problems or disciplinary measures experienced with staff.
• May use personal vehicle for facility errands, bank runs, etc.
• Records rental attendance, makes reports on facility attendance and revenue, accidents/injuries and complaints.
• Attends staff meetings and scheduled in-services.
• Reports to the manager on needed repairs and any unusual situations.
• Assists with daily transmittals and bank deposits.
• Assists with coordination and staffing of aquatic fitness and lesson programming.

Minimum Qualifications
Experience:

Certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard or the equivalent; AND

Current First Aid and CPR certificates, AND

At least 18 years of age at time of appointment.

Desired Qualification: Certification as an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or other specialized certification in diving, scuba diving or kayaking as appropriate is highly desirable but not required.

Supplemental Information
***WE ARE OFFERING A $3,000 SIGN ON BONUS***

The sign-on bonus will be paid in two equal installments, less mandatory deductions. Employees will be eligible for the first $1,500.00 installment at the time of hire. Employees will be eligible for the second and final $1,500.00 installment after successful completion of probation.
For additional information please contact the hiring manager as listed below.
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO

Hiring Manager: Christopher Barte

Phone Number: 907-###-####

Email:

This position is open until filled. We have one vacancy to fill. We are reviewing applicants and inviting qualified individuals to participate in our selection process as they apply. If you have applied after the vacant position is filled, you will be notified. We encourage all applicants who are interested in this position to apply in a timely fashion.
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.

Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.

Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.

If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Application Assistance

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EEO Statement

The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) ###-#### or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-###-####, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at ...@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.

Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • No cost employee only plan available
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
  • Additional optional coverage available
  • Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
• Optional group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Short-term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
  • Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
• Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
  • Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:

Paid Leave and Holidays

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
  • 21 days of PL within first year of employment
  • Personal leave includes Sick leave
• Twelve paid holidays a year
• Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)

Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:

• An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilities
• Health related webinars
• Office Ergonomic Assessments

For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit .

Additional Perks

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Parking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown offices
• Free passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools