Head Lifeguard

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
City of Unalaska
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION
Aquatics Center

 

OPEN DATE:                             January 7, 2026
CLOSE DATE:                            Until Filled
POSITION:                                 HEAD LIFEGUARD
POSITION HIRING RANGE:         $26.05 – $28.65 / hour
POSITION SALARY RANGE:        $26.05 – $36.47 / hour

 

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Head Lifeguard in the Department of Parks, Culture, and Recreation (Aquatics Center Division). Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska, is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,250 full-time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor.

 

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all employee tasks in this classification.
The duties shown are designed to provide a representative summary.

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position works under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Manager. Under the guidance of the Aquatics Manager, the Head Lifeguard will oversee all the lifeguards, including their scheduling, timesheets, training, operations, procurement of supplies, and inventory. The Head Lifeguard will also be able to cover shifts that our high school lifeguards cannot. The Head Lifeguard will be trained in pool operations and pool chemicals to be able to assist the manager with the upkeep of the Aquatic Center, including daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.  Ability to maintain required records associated with the Aquatics Center.  Knowledge of pool recreational activities. Ability to perform lifeguard duties. Ability to work with a variety of age groups and cultures. Ability to lead group and individual swim lessons. Effective leadership, good communication, and interactive skills. Ability to handle potentially sensitive incidents. Knowledge of program policies, health and safety requirements, and emergency procedures. Knowledge of basic office practices and procedures. Ability to operate office equipment.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

·         High School Diploma or GED

·         Three (3) or more years of lifeguarding and progressive management experience required, and a willingness to acquire additional skills and training.

·         Certified Pool Operators Certifications are highly preferred.

·         Lifeguard Instructor Certification is highly preferred.

·         Other combinations of education and experience that could provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed will be evaluated on an individual basis.

 

LICENCES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

·         Must be at least 18 years of age.

·         Must have or ability to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire.

·         Must have or ability to obtain Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED certification within 90 days of hire.

·         Must have or ability to obtain Lifeguard Training certification within 180 days of hire.

·         Must have or have the ability to obtain Certified Pool Operator certification within 90 days of hire.

·         Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends with possible hours during the week for various other programs.

·         Ability to work outdoors with participants.

·         Must be eligible to work in the US; requirement by Federal Law if hired, must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9).

·         Successfully pass a background test, which includes Criminal background, Professional, and Reference checks.

·         Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test as well as future periodic random testing.

 

BENEFITS:

·         100% employer-paid medical premiums (employee & dependents) and Basic life/AD&D insurance (employee & dependents)

·         100% employer-paid medevac insurance (employee)

·         Annual travel allowance of $2,500 after the first year of employment

·         Longevity bonus of $2,000 starting on 3rd year anniversary

·         Personal Leave accrual starting at 16 hours a month and 9 holidays and 4 floating holidays per year

·         Eligible for Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement

·         Eligible for 457 Plan with MissionSquare

·         Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Employees can utilize the Health FSA and the Dependent Care FSA up to IRS max

·         Voluntary options include Optional Term Life and Aflac plans

·         Free membership for Parks, Culture, and Recreation (employee only)

 

TO APPLY:

Submit the following application documents:

1.   City of Unalaska Application Form
2.   Pre-employment Info. & Voluntary Identification of Disability Form (optional)

All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Department, or by downloading at https://www.unalaska.gov/hr/page/employment-application-forms.

Please return the completed forms to the City of Unalaska: Administration P.O. Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685, or email hr@unalaska.gov or fax (907) 581 4469.

Questions? Please call us at (907) 581-1252.

 

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