Temporary: (Kenwood Cove Lifeguard IV

Job Title: Temporary: (Kenwood Cove) Lifeguard IV GR: N/A FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Parks & Recreation (Temporary/Seasonal)
Division: Aquatics

Reports To: Assigned Supervisor Approved: 01/05/2026 Job Code: PR (Kenwood)

Supervisor: Andrea Murphy, Recreation Supervisor
Location: 701 Kenwood Park Drive, Salina, KS 67401
Telephone Number:
Email: andrea.murphy

(21 yrs. of age or older)

• Capable of fulfilling the duties of Lifeguard III, as needed.
• Responsible for overseeing daily waterpark operations.
• Performs all duties & responsibilities of the Aquatics Supervisor in his/her absence.
• Report non-routine & major operational issues toatics Supervisor.
• Supervise & assign work schedules for all water park employees.
• Responsible for recording & depositing all monies received from use of the water park.
• Maintains order in swimming areas.
• Oversees Swim Lesson Program.
• Explains & enforces waterpark rules & regulations to ensure the safety of all waterpark patrons.
• Tests & records water quality for temperature & /or pH levels.
• Prepares, maintains, & records accurate activity reports, incident reports, & risk management reports.
• Administers basic first aid, if needed.
• Responds in emergency situations in any capacity within scope of training.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

• Training available.
• Lifeguard training certification with Waterpark Skills from the American Red Cross.
• First Aid & CPR/AED certifications.
• Lifeguard Instructor certification.

• Employed for one (1) year in Lifeguard III position or demonstrated experience and/or skills to advance to Lifeguard IV.
• Three (3) years prior advanced experience as lifeguard preferred.

• Must have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Maintains a high standard of customer service.
• Maintains positive & cooperative working relationships.
• Communicates well with staff & patrons of various ages from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrates kindness to staff & patrons; presents professional attitude at all times.
• Must be able to communicate verbally & in writing.

• This is a driving position.
• Must possess a valid driver's license to operate utility vehicles & golf carts on city property & non-public access passageways.
• Must have reliable transportation to-and-from work.
• Must be available to work shifts.
• Must follow scheduling protocols & be able to obtain weekly work schedule.
• Must workdays & hours necessary to perform assigned responsibilities & tasks.
• Must be available (especially during regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with subordinates, supervisors, customers, vendors & any other persons or organization with whom interaction is required to accomplish work & employer goals.
• Performs all job tasks according to rules, guidelines, & expectations of the Aquatics Supervisor.
• Must attend required trainings & meetings.
• Required to review posted event calendars.
• Must follow time & attendance guidelines.
• Must adhere to payroll requirements.
• Must respond in a timely manner to all forms of communication regarding City of Salina employment by way of phone calls, emails, texts, etc.
• Must be able to lift 10-40 pounds frequently.

• Must be able to work from Mid-May to Mid-August during hours of operation.
• Must be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends and/or holidays (i.e. Memorial Weekend & Fourth of July) & special events (i.e. Smoky Hill River Festival, private parties).

$16.25 - $18.25/hr doq

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TH 01/22/2026

City of Salina Human Resources Department
City/County Building
300 W. Ash Street, Room 200
Salina, KS 67401