説明

The Town of Cathlamet is now accepting applications for the position of Seasonal Pool Manager. 

This is a part-time position at the hourly rate of $19.88 to $23.64 (DOE), plus paid sick leave at the rate of 1 hour for every 40 hours worked per WA state law. No other benefits are offered in this position. Returning guards may receive up to an additional $0.50 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and hold or obtain a CPR/AED/First Aid and Lifeguard Certification through required training. Applicants must be available to attend any required training when specified.

Submit a completed application no later than 12:30 pm on Thursday, April 30, 2026, to Town Hall, 100 Main Street, PO Box 68, Cathlamet, WA 98612, online by clicking "apply now" and attaching completed documents as an upload, or via email to accounting@townofcathlamet.com. 

The Town of Cathlamet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Employment Application

概要

プール管理者は、主にプール運営とライフガードの管理を担当します。また、リーダーガードとしての役割も担い、効果的なトレーニング、指導、コミュニケーション能力を発揮します。ライフガードは、周囲に細心の注意を払い、優れた水泳スキルを持ち、遊泳者の安全を確保し、安全規則を遵守させ、水中の危険を監視し、遊泳者を救助することが求められます。緊急時には迅速に対応し、水を吸い込んだ遊泳者に対して心肺蘇生を行い、プールで発生した事故の詳細な記録を保持する必要があります。管理者は、通常の営業時間中に緊急事態が発生した場合に、プールを遊泳者に対して閉鎖する必要があるかどうかを判断することもあります。

ライフガードマネージャーは公共事業局に直属し、施設の日常業務とライフガードの運営を担当します。これには、備品の発注、在庫管理、および基本的な運営に必要なその他の一般的な活動が含まれます。事務会計担当者は、すべての財務、預金、給与、および報告を監督します。すべての収入、報告、および預金は毎日町役場に提出する必要があります。追加の監督なしでは適切に対処できない運営、保守、および緊急事態は、直ちに監督官に報告する必要があります。従業員の懸念事項は監督官と話し合う必要があります。

監督責任:プールマネージャーはすべてのライフガードを監督し、その全体的な管理責任を負います。ライフガードマネージャーは、最小限の監督のもと、日々の業務運営と管理を行います。マネージャーは、緊急時、業務運営、従業員管理において、論理的な思考力を用いて最善の行動方針を決定できる能力を備えている必要があります。

スキルと能力

  • Must be at least 18 years old;
  • Possess adequate vision, hearing acuity, physical ability and stamina to perform the duties of an open water lifeguard as documented by a medical physician.
  • Demonstrate ability to swim 300 yards continuously, demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing; tread water for two minutes using your legs only; in one minute, 40 seconds or less: swim 20 yards, surface dive 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10 lb brick, and return to start without the brick re-entering water; perform a series of tasks given by the instructor to demonstrate listening and scanning ability as well as stamina and endurance.
  • Must obtain all required training and pass the courses, prior to employment, including: First Aid Certification; CPR Certification; AED Certification; and Lifeguard Certification.
TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: In order to become a Lifeguard in the State of Washington and work as a certified Lifeguard, you must pass prerequisite criteria and obtain certification from qualified schools, courses or on the job training. American Lifeguard & Safety Training; YMCA; and Red Cross Certification, and United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) are available courses. Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Certified Pool Operator (CPI) are also required for this position.

給与とスケジュール

  • Managerial – Aid the Clerk-Treasurer in ensuring that all lifeguards submit all required employment forms in a complete manner, prior to employment; train all lifeguards on the use of the timesheet system, cash drawer and payment systems; schedule all pool employees to ensure there is adequate coverage for operations, in compliance with L&I Employment Standards; assign the most responsible lifeguard of each shift to act as supervisor when not personally there; develop a plan for “call-ins” and staff rotation; ensure employees are clocking in and reporting all breaks and absences correctly; collect and review all timesheets and data prior to submitting to the Clerk-Treasurer (by the 2nd of each month); retrieve all payroll from Town Hall on the 5th of each month and distribute checks to lifeguards; hold employee meetings no less than once a week to review any issues or concerns and report any major/unresolved issues to the Superintendent.
  • Supervisory – Perform, review or oversee daily reconciliations of cash drawer and delivery of deposits each night to Town Hall; ensure proper charges are being used and correct fees are collected; review issued punch card reports and restock supplies; ensure all lifeguards are following proper procedures and policies, including training requirements, safety measures, water testing, reporting, and daily cleaning and maintenance.
  • Operations: Requesting supplies, conducting inventory, and any other general activities need for basic operations. 
  • Oversee Swimmer Safety – The primary duty of a lifeguard is to maintain swimmer safety. Lifeguards monitor water conditions and guest behavior, enforcing safety rules and paying close attention to swimmer activities and behavior. Lifeguards may issue warnings when a visitor is creating an unsafe environment and may determine when they need to ask a guest to leave. Lifeguards may also assist new swimmers to help them safely enjoy the water.
  • Conduct Rescue Operations – Lifeguards prevent death and injury by rescuing swimmers from the water. If a lifeguard notices a swimmer struggling or beneath the water for too long, they take necessary steps to safely remove the swimmer from the water. In some cases, a lifeguard may have to begin CPR procedures, working with other lifeguards to contact emergency services personnel and provide assistance to the swimmer.
  • Organize Pool Activities – Some lifeguards support visitors by organizing activities in and around the pool, including pool parties, lessons and classes. Lifeguards work closely with supervisors and other lifeguards to schedule and oversee these activities, which may occur outside of regular swimming hours, and ensure that participants have a safe and positive experience while visiting the pool.
  • Monitor Hazardous Conditions – Lifeguards maintain overall safety by monitoring weather and water conditions for signs of danger or contamination. Lifeguards take steps to close the swimming area if they determine that conditions are hazardous to swimmers.
  • Open/Close Pool – Many lifeguards are responsible for opening and closing the facility and swimming areas, this can include removing the pool cover, attaching guides and guards, and checking water condition before the pool opens to swimmers. The facility and swimming area must be restored to opening condition and locked each night for the following business day.
  • Contribute to Maintenance & Upkeep – Lifeguards may also contribute to maintenance and upkeep activities in and around the pool so visitors can enjoy a safe and clean environment. This can include cleaning up walkways around a pool, adding chemicals according to safety guidelines, regularly cleaning pool water and surfaces, and cleaning other public areas like showers, restrooms, benches, supply and toy closets, and garbage receptacles.
  • Any other duties as assigned.

責任

This is a part-time position at the hourly rate of $19.88 to $23.64 (DOE), plus paid sick leave at the rate of 1 hour for every 40 hours worked per WA state law. No other benefits are offered in this position. Returning guards may receive up to an additional $0.50 per hour. 

This is a seasonal position beginning sometime between May and/or June and ending sometime between the end of August and/or October. The Lifeguard Manager is responsible for developing and distributing lifeguard schedules that include information regarding what to do if they are unable to make their shift, while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, L&I Employment Standards, and overtime limitations.