Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

DEPARTMENT:  Parks & Recreation
HOURS OF WORK: Hours vary; Monday through Friday; 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
LOCATION: West High School, Bartlett Pool & Dimond Pools

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Example of Duties

Under the general direction of the Aquatic Supervisor, the Assistant Aquatic Manager trains and leads lifeguards and the program and operation of the Municipality of Anchorage aquatic facilities including all pools and waterfront lakes. As the principal lead, this position is required to oversee the safety of all persons utilizing the aquatic venue. Lifeguard programs; instruct all levels of water safety and first aid classes; maintain and monitor pool filtration and chemical feed systems; clean facilities, operate equipment and perform minor repairs; cashier, fill out forms, generate reports and maintain facility records as assigned. On an as needed basis,
this position will be assigned to the various aquatic facility as directed by the Aquatic Superintendent or designee. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and two (2) years lifeguard experience and one (1) year as a swim instructor.

• Valid State of Alaska driver's license and satisfactory driving record at time of Hire
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training/First Aid Certification at time of hire.
• American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Professional Rescuers at time of hire.
•  American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification at time of hire.
• American Red Cross Automatic Emergency Defibrillator certification at time of hire
• Certified Pool/spa Operator Certification or Aquatic Facility Operator Certification at time of hire.