City of St. Joseph

        
                            Position: 
                            
	                            	Aquatic Intern 
	                           	
                                            Location: 
                                        
                                                St. Joseph, MO

                            Job Id: 
                            
                                    590
                            
                            # of Openings: 
                            
                                10
                            
                    JOB TITLE:                          Aquatic Intern
DEPARTMENT:                    Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities 
DIVISION:                             Aquatics  
SALARY:                              $17.75 - $18.00 hourly 
CLOSING DATE:                  Until Filled
 
Job Summary
An internship is available in the Parks, Recreation and Civic Facilities Department, Aquatic Program.  Under the supervision of the Aquatic/Recreation Manager, the intern will have the opportunity to explore various aspects of an aquatic program, while gaining the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to work in the aquatic field. 
 
Duties and Responsibilities 
Assisting with interviewing and hiring seasonal staff.
Assisting with preparation to open pools for the season.
Executing excellent customer service representation.
Assisting in opening and closing pools.
Assisting in maintaining the cleanliness of pool area and facility.
Assisting in the supervision of swimmers and their activities.
Maintaining an attentive lookout for potential accidents in the swimming pool and surrounding facility and appropriately corrects any problems.
Assisting in monitoring the water slides for proper patron use and dispatch swimmers.
Performing rescues and first aid when necessary.
Filing any accident and/or rescue reports as they occur.
Ensuring front gate is monitored at all times.
Attending required in-service training.
Assisting in the administration of water testing and documentation.
Assisting with the operation of the filtration/chlorination system.
Assisting with the daily accounting of all incoming funds, passes and special rates.
Assisting with the daily cash reporting and daily deposits.
Performing as a Lifeguard or Pool Attendant as needed.
Assisting with the scheduling and staff training as needed.
Assisting with program development and implementation.
Assisting with the supervision of pool attendant and lifeguard staff.
Performs all other duties associated with daily operations.
 
Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees (Interns) shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties.  Examples of professional conduct include, but not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful.
 
Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Skills in effective operation of the pool and swimmers.
Must be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, first aid, CPR, AED and lifeguarding or willing to complete a training program.  Current certification cards must be presented before employment.
Regular and predictable attendance.
Conformance to the basic standards of performance and behavior.
Must be available to work irregular hours and at various intervals, including holidays, weekends and evening hours.
Must be able to work well with people of all ages and dispositions.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
MRPA student membership preferred.
 
Material and Equipment Directly Used
Materials and equipment used in rescue procedure.  First aid supplies.  Supplies used in maintenance and cleanliness of the pool.  There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.
 
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Work is performed in an outside setting and extreme heat.  Must have the ability to routinely lift objects weighing as much as 20 pounds, occasionally lift objects weighing as much as 50 pounds or assist in lifting objects in excess of 100 pounds.  Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purpose.  Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested off and approved by the appropriate supervisor.
 
Education
Applicants must be seeking a Graduate or Undergraduate degree in Recreation, Sports, Fitness, Physical Education, Physical Therapy or related field in order to be considered for this position. 
 
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City of St. Joseph | 1100 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO, 64501 | (816)-271-5300
