Lifeguard & Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) (with Lifeguard Instructor Certification)

Salary: $14.00 - $19.00 Hourly Location : Anoka Aquatic Center - 1551 7th Avenue Job Type: Summer Seasonal Job Number: 202300113 Department: Aquatic Center Opening Date: 01/26/2026 Closing Date: 3/13/2026 4:30 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: N/A ABOUT ANOKA, MN The City of Anoka is proud to employ on average 115 benefit-earning employees, 50+ part-time employees, 100+ seasonal and 40 paid-on-call firefighters to staff our various departments. Do you want meaningful work? Do you want to give back to your community? Looking for career advancements? We offer competitive pay and benefits. We proudly serve the community and the people who live and visit it! We would be honored to have you join our team and we look forward to having you grow with us here in Anoka! The City of Anoka offers an abundance of attractions, events and activities. Its historic downtown boasts an array of eclectic and unique shops, restaurants, and services, all surrounded by beautiful city parks, trails, and neighborhoods. Anoka sits at the confluence of the Rum and Mississippi Rivers. Anoka also considers itself to be the "Halloween Capital of the World." REQUIRED ATTACHMENT Applicants are required to complete a Tennessen Warning Form which is located on the Careers Page under the Menu Dropdown before submitting your application. Instructions: Download the Tennessen Warning Form, fill in and save it to your computer; then upload the completed form to this application on the Attachments Tab before completing and submitting an application. Description Are you also interested in other positions in the Aquatic Center? (Please only fill out one online application and then indicate which positions you are interested in within the supplemental questions) Work schedule May 23, 2026 - August 30, 2026 Pool is open 7 days a week, 8:00 am - 8:00 p.m. Day, evening, and weekend work will be required (hours will vary) Pre-season training will be required- determined after hiring Accepting applications until positions are filled Summary of Duties Summary of Position Under direction of the Recreation Manager and Assistant Manager, supervise assigned areas of the aquatic facility according to guidelines established by the American Red Cross and the City of Anoka. Day, evening, and weekend work will be required. Outdoor position which requires adapting to a variety of conditions. Lifeguard Instructors will be designated by the Recreation Manager. Lifeguard Instructors require an (LGI) certification. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prevention of accidents both in the water and the pool deck. Enforcing rules and explaining the causes of aquatic accidents. Communicate with the public with a positive and professional attitude. Provide pleasant, proactive, and approachable customer service. Maintaining the readiness and availability of rescue equipment in the facility. Evaluating the swimming abilities of all people using the pool. Test as needed. Perform regular guard duties as assigned. Enforce all pool safety rules, regulations, and policies in a professional manner. Maintain surveillance of your assigned area and avoid distractions. Supervise pool deck and swim areas, being alert to swimmers who may need assistance. Provide rescue and emergency care to incident victims. Help with daily maintenance procedures in all areas of the facility including restroom and locker rooms. Responsible for attending all staff meetings and required number of in-service training sessions. Maintain the required level of physical fitness, per Red Cross training requirements. Assist in opening and closing duties. Comply with established policies and procedures for employees of the City of Anoka. Complete accident and incident reports. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications/PrerequisitesQualifications: Minimum Education/Experience Requirements: Must be age 15 or older by the time you start employment. No experience necessary to apply. CPR and First Aid Certificates are required or must be able to obtain. Current Lifeguard Training (01) Certificate, or able to obtain. Current Lifeguard Instructor Certification (LGI), or able to obtain. . Willing to work a schedule that may include day, evening, weekends, and holidays. Ability to interact with the public in a positive manner. Ability to work under a variety of weather conditions. Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a lifeguard. Customer service experience. Supplemental InformationLifeguard Wages Start $14.00/hr After 1 Year $15.00/hr After 2 Years $16.00/hr Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) Wages $19.00/hr (with Lifeguard Instructor Certification) NOTE: "Pool Lead" (which can include: Cashier Leads or Lifeguard Leads), add $1.00/hour. This will be submitted by Public Services to Payroll at time of payroll entry. Hiring Timeline Subject to ChangeMarch 13, 2026 (1st Deadline) & April 10, 2026 (2nd Deadline) & Will Remain Open Until FilledPosition Closes As They Come inApplications ReviewedWeeklyInterviews Scheduled & ConductedAs InterviewedOffer Made to Candidate2026 - Some Staff May Start by 05/04/2026 & Pool Opens: 05/23/2026 Goal Start Date for Candidates This position is not eligible for benefits. 01 Aquatic Center (2026 Positions & Wages) - Please check all positions you are interested in at the Aquatic Center, it can be discussed during your interview process, if called for an interview. Cashier/Concessions $13-$15/hr Lifeguard $14-$16/hr Lifeguard with Life Guard Instructor (LGI) Certification $19/hr Swim Instructor $16-18/hr Swim Coach $20/hr Pool Operator/Maintenance $19/hr Assistant Manager $18-20/hr 02 Are you a full-time student? Yes No 03 Are you currently collecting a pension from PERA? Yes No 04 Are you or will you be at least 15 years of age or older by the time you start working? (Pool opens in May) Yes No 05 Day, evening, and weekend work will be required for the lifeguard position, can you meet this requirement? Yes No 06 If you answered no about being available days, evenings, and weekends, explain. Or indicate n/a. 07 Do you have a current Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certification (3 certifications)? Yes No 08 If you have a current Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certification (3 certifications), please explain when you became certified and when it expires. If no, indicate n/a. 09 If you do not hold Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certifications, will you prior to the beginning of the season? Yes No 10 If you answered yes that you are interested in obtaining Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certifications, please explain in detail on how you plan to obtain. Or indicate n/a. 11 "I certify that all the supplemental questions I answer are true and I understand that any false information on/or the omission of information from this Supplemental Form or my application will be cause for rejection of my application or termination of employment without notice or benefits. Yes, I understand and agree No, I do not agree Required Question

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