Posting date: 2/1/23
Closing date: Open until filled
Starting date: As soon as possible
Division: Recreation
Position Status: Regular Part-time, Non-exempt
Hours: 30-40 hours per week, flexible schedule; the schedule can include two weekends a month and some evening hours.
Supervisor: Aquatic Program Administrator

We are looking for new individuals to join our amazing aquatic team in a leadership role. Opportunities to instruct classes are also available to keep your week full of variety.

Duties: The Head Lifeguard functions as the day-to-day shift manager with responsibility for customer service, pool safety, events, shift duties, supervision, evaluations, drills, training, operations, troubleshooting, first aid, emergency services, problem-solving, reports, and other functions.

Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older, possess excellent customer service skills, embody an enthusiastic, energetic attitude, be team-oriented, and be willing to learn and contribute to the team and the Park District. Must have or can obtain:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
• Current American Red Cross Waterpark Lifeguard Certification

Wage: 12-step salary scale: $23.47 to $32.49 per hour. Starting wage DOE.

Benefits: A complete benefits package for regular part-time employees (and their families), including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, basic life, and long-term disability insurance. Participation in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System and eligible to contribute to the deferred compensation program. Accrue six hours of vacation and six hours of sick leave each month, 12 hours of personal leave (prorated if hired after the first of the year), and six hours for each of the ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Discount on most Park District classes, free pool pass at the Aquatic Center, and basic fitness membership at the Bainbridge Island Recreation Center (BIRC) while employed for employees and dependents.

To Apply: A completed application, resume, and cover letter are required to apply. Background checks will be completed on anyone 18+ that is offered this position.

Send a completed application, resume, and cover letter to Aquatic Program Administrator Megan Pleli via email to meganp@biparks.org or via mail:

Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District
Attn: Megan Pleli
11700 Meadowmeer Cir NE
Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110

All new employees must present proof of COVID-19 vaccination to begin work.