Pool Cashier

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $14.201 per hour

Lifeguard

Parks & Recreation Aquatic Division

Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Joplin.

**This position requires work on weekends, evening hours, and some holidays.**

Primary Purpose

Ensures the safety of patrons by monitoring patrons, enforcing facility rules and responding to incidents and emergencies.

Salary

$13.923 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:High school diploma or GED is preferred, however current students are encouraged to apply.

Experience:No prior work experience required. Prior experience or training as a Lifeguard or swim instructor is preferred. Must be able to demonstrate swimming skills proficient enough to safely complete a water rescue. See Special Requirements section below for

Licenses and Certifications:A valid state issued drivers license is not required; however, transportation to and from work and off-site training programs must be accomplished without impacting attendance. Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certification is preferred, but not required. Must successfully pass in-house training and recertification as provided.

Essential Job Functions

1. Maintains active surveillance of the pool area and supervises the safe use of the facility.
2. Enforces safety rules, policies and guidelines at the aquatic facility.
3. Addresses complaints and inquiries from patrons professionally.
4. Responds and renders swimming rescues; performs CPR and first aid as needed.
5. Assists with preseason pool start-up procedures and postseason pool close down procedures.
6. Assists with opening and closing duties daily, as needed.
7. Contributes effectively to the Parks Department, communicates effectively with co-workers, both within the department as well as outside the department. Maintains satisfactory attendance to ensure duties are performed without negatively impacting co-workers or delivery of service to the public.