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LEAD LIFEGUARD - West Pool - Range 8 / AMEA Print ( Apply ufeff LEAD LIFEGUARD - West Pool - Range 8 / AMEA Salary $17.02 - $21.77 Hourly Location West High School Pool, AK Job Type Regular Job Number 2025-01028 Department Parks & Recreation Department Division Aquatics - West Opening Date 12/02/2025 Closing Date 12/11/2025 11:59 PM Alaska + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Information Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee. These positions are represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and are subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA. DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation HOURS OF WORK: Hours vary; Monday through Sunday; Between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. LOCATION: West Pool; 1700 Hillcrest Dr. Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40. 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 This position serves as a Lead Lifeguard. Provides lifesaving services and maintenance of aquatic facilities as required; provides supervision of participants to ensure the safety of Municipal aquatic facility users and waterfront area; communicates information to coworkers, immediate supervisor and the public; provides a wide variety of water safety instruction to children and adults; performs facility and ground security; assigns and performs duties related to maintaining water quality standards. Reports any pool related mechanical, equipment, or supply issues. Ensure Parks and Recreation Aquatics Division policy and procedure standards are followed. Assist with training staff to maintain lifeguard skill requirements. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and one (1) year lifeguard experience and experience as a swim instructor. All applicants must possess and/or obtain. u00b7 American Red Cross Lifeguard Training at time of hire. u00b7 American Red Cross First Aid Certification at time of hire. u00b7 American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Professional Rescuers at time of hire. u00b7 American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification at time of hire. u00b7 American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification at time of hire. u00b7 Certified Pool/spa Operator Certification or Aquatic Facility Operator Certification at time of hire. Additional Important Information Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants. The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify Program. For more information, please go to E-Verifyu00ae is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment. If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160) and (AS 12.62.400). Accordingly, it will be necessary for the selected applicant to provide certain identification information and be fingerprinted. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days from the date requested. The processing fee of $47.00 plus the cost of being fingerprinted (variable), is the responsibility of the selected applicant and must be accomplished before beginning work. If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of current American Red Cross First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certifications or the equivalent. If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training at time of hire. If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of current Certified Pool/spa Operator Certification or Aquatic Facility Operator Certification at time of hire. If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification at time of hire. All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment. Military Service Interview Preference: Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration. Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individualu2019s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration. The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion. Application Process : Once an applicant clicks on the