Work at Coggan

If you have interest in a lifeguard, swim instructor or front desk personnel position please see job descriptions and application button below. Bring your completed application to Anna at the pool. Thank you!

Lifeguard

Pay Scale: Hourly

Days/Hours: Weekday and Weekend shifts

Job Description: You are responsible for the safety of members and participants in and around the aquatic facility. Prevent potential accidents by adhering to policies set forth by the American Red Cross and the Coggan Family Aquatic Complex.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 15 years old

• Current Lifeguard Training certification

• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification

• Current First Aid Certification

• Title 22 Certification (helpful)

• Must pass a written and practical skills exam

Representative Duties:

• Preventative Lifeguarding:
  – Positioned to have full view of the area of responsibility above and below the surface.
  – Continuously scan the area of responsibility
  – Assess potential problem points before they become hazard

• Know the pool rules and educate participants of them

• Attend in service trainings as scheduled

• Participate in random and scheduled lifeguard drills

• Administer First Aid/CPR as necessary
  – Perform appropriate rescues when necessary

• Perform pool related cleaning duties

• Customer Service
  – Answer general information questions about facility
  – Taking on Front Desk responsibilities when appropriate o Know the pool rules and educate participants of them

Water Safety Instructor

Pay Scale: Hourly

Days/Hours: Weekday and Weekend shifts

Job Description:

Instruct classes from toddler to advanced swimming levels in an enthusiastic and professional manner. Provide a safe environment for swim lesson participants in and around the aquatic facility. Prevent potential accidents by adhering to policies set forth by the American Red Cross and the Coggan Family Aquatic Complex.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 17 years old

• Current Lifeguard Training certification

• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification

• Current First Aid Certification

• Current Water Safety Instructor certification or equivalent

• Title 22 Certification (helpful)

• Must pass a written and practical skills exam Representative Duties

• Follow provided stroke technique breakdown for smooth transitions between level and onto swim team

• Communicate effectively with students in a patient and friendly manner, that provides encouragement.

• Make use of proper teaching aids

• Recognize improper techniques or skills and correct using positive feedback

• Keep up to date records of your classes

• Attend inservice trainings as scheduled

• Attend weekly meeting updates regarding lessons

• • Know pool rules and adhere to them at all times

• • Answer general information regarding programs

Front Desk Personnel

Pay Scale: Hourly

Days/Hours: Weekday and Weekend shifts

Job Description:

Responsible for collecting money and greeting patrons as they enter the facility. Answering phone calls. Signing up participates for classes and membership.

Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years old

• Must have a basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel

• Must have good communication skills

• First Aid/CPR a plus but not required

Representative Duties:

• Greet and collect money from patrons as they enter the facility

• Provide general information to patrons regarding schedule and programs

• Answer phone calls, take messages for staff

• Sign participants up for classes and memberships

• Be able to look up patron’s name and membership status when needed

• Perform other clerical duties as needed

• May be asked to assist in First-Aid or other emergency situations