Job Description
Position Summary
Under the direction of a City of St. George Assistant Recreation Manager-Aquatics, leads Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) courses and Community CPR, AED, and First Aid training. This role focuses on preparing participants to become certified Lifeguard Instructors and equipping community members with life-saving CPR skills, ensuring all training adheres to American Red Cross standards.
Essential Functions (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
1. 1. Conduct Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) courses to train and certify participants as American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructors.
2. Teach Community CPR, AED, and First Aid certification courses for diverse groups, including individuals, organizations, and businesses.
3. Guide participants through Red Cross training materials, ensuring a clear understanding of course content and practical application.
4. Assess and evaluate participants’ performance, providing feedback and support to ensure mastery of required skills.
5. Prepare and maintain training equipment, such as manikins, AED trainers, and course materials, ensuring readiness for all classes.
6. Maintain accurate and timely records of course completions and certifications, adhering to American Red Cross reporting requirements.
7. Stay updated on changes to American Red Cross training protocols and incorporate updates into courses as needed.
8. Collaborate with the Aquatics Coordinator to schedule courses, ensuring efficient delivery and use of resources.
Typical Physical/Mental Demands/Working Conditions
Conditions and temperatures may vary depending on the assignment. Requires the use of vision and/or hearing to identify and evaluate emergencies. Must be able to respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies. Requires moderately heavy physical activity exerting 25-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently. Mental demands of intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
â— High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred).
â— Minimum 2 years of experience teaching American Red Cross courses, including LGI and CPR.
Certifications (Required):
â— American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT) certification.
â— American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor certification.
â— Must possess a valid driver license. A valid Utah Driver License must be obtained within 60 days of hire and be maintained throughout employment.
â— CPR, First Aid, AED certification required. Must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
â— Maintain certifications as necessary to have the proper depth of knowledge and experience to complete assigned tasks and responsibilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
â— American Red Cross certification processes and training materials.
â— Facilities’ Emergency Action Plan.
â— Using Spreadsheets, Word Documents, and G Suite.
Skills:
â— Highly motivated
â— Dependable
â— Customer service oriented
â— Computer literate
â— Strong teaching and mentorship
â— Organized and detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping
â— Strong communication and interpersonal skills to create a positive and professional learning environment
Ability to:
â— Work in a broad range of assignments with limited to no training.
â— Ability to evaluate participant performance effectively and provide constructive feedback
â— Plan and exercise judgment concerning new or constantly changing problems and situations.
â— Establish good community relations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, city officials, civic organizations, and the public
To Apply
Submit a completed City of St. George Employment Application online at careers.sgcity.org. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. This Position is open until filled. Refer questions to Human Resources at 435-627-4670. Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background screen are required. The City of St. George is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We make reasonable efforts to provide reasonable accommodation to disabled candidates.