Job Announcement: HR2023:44

Position Title: Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Advertising: Tribal-Wide

Department: Recreation

Division: Community Services

Immediate Supervisor: Aquatics Coordinator

Department Director: Director- Recreation

Employment Status: Non-Exempt

Position Type: Temporary Full-Time (2 positions)

Mandatory Reporter: Yes

Background Check Required: Yes (child-sensitive)** for individuals hired who are eighteen or older

Opening Date: Thursday, March 2, 2023

Closing Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023 by 5:00 p.m.

Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

Overall Objectives of Position The Lifeguard is a seasonable position responsible for observing and providing safety at the swimming pool facilities through lifeguarding. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. The Lifeguard is expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs. The Lifeguard is expected to live the Purpose and Values of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and will go beyond the call of duty.

Primary Responsibilities of the Lifeguard (Seasonal)

• Acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety or patrons in event of an emergency; provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Tests swimmers for access to particular areas of the swimming facilities.
• Writes reports of accidents and incidents.
• Reports any unsafe conditions, hazards, and consistent safety and pool violations to the appropriate person.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate person.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

• Maintains constant surveillance of patrons on the deck and in the water to ensure safety and to prevent accidents
• Provides swimming lessons to registered participants by demonstrating and effectively teaching the swimming skills required in each level.
• Cleans and maintains the Aquatics area, including the swimming pool, lifeguard room and bathroom, deck, locker rooms, concession area, splash pad (including playground), kiddie pool, etc., but excluding the chemical and filtration treatment facilities.
• Assists with water aerobics, monitors pool and pool parties, etc.
• Attends summer and winter meets and clinics.
• Assists with training classes as needed.

Education/License/Certification and Experience Requirements

• Must possess current American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguarding, Standard First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent certifications from another certifying agency.
• Previous working experience as a lifeguard preferred.
• Must possess First Aid Certification, including CPR and Life Saving, or obtain certification within ninety (90) days of official date of hire in this position.
• Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain during the first week of employment.
• Must possess “ServSafe Certification” or obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.

Skills Required

• Absolute confidentiality.
• Must be people oriented, relate well to people from diverse backgrounds, and possess a high level of maturity.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Must possess sufficient strength, agility, hearing, and vision to perform the duties of this position.
• Must possess a character that earns the confidence of the participants, parents, and community, and minimizes public criticism or complaints.

Additional Requirements

• Must be sixteen (16) years old or older.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development and other events.
• Ability to adequately and successfully perform all duties and responsibilities of this position.

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.

COMPLAINTS ABOUT RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

Complaints about the recruitment or selection process for employment should be directed in writing to the Human Resources Director of PCI Tribal Government.

An applicant who disagrees with any issue related to the application or hiring process may submit a letter to Human Resources within ten (10) calendar days from the date the applicant knew or should have known that an adverse hiring decision had been made.

Human Resources will provide a written response within fourteen (14) calendar days informing the applicant of any administrative remedy to be provided. The decision of the Human Resources Director shall be final and not subject to further administrative appeal. Any applicant who has exhausted all administrative remedies may be eligible to file a complaint with the TERO Office.

Jason B. Rackard

Human Resources Director

5811 Jack Springs Rd.

Atmore, AL 36502

jrackard@pci-nsn.gov

251-368-9136

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