A municipal organization in Manchester seeks a Seasonal Lifeguard I to ensure the safety of patrons at public aquatic facilities. Responsibilities include monitoring activities, providing first aid, and enforcing safety rules. Candidates must possess Lifeguard Certification and CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification. Strong communication skills and the ability to perform in emergency situations are essential. This role provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment while ensuring a safe experience at aquatic facilities.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
A municipal organization in Manchester seeks a Seasonal Lifeguard I to ensure the safety of patrons at public aquatic facilities. Responsibilities include monitoring activities, providing first aid, and enforcing safety rules. Candidates must possess Lifeguard Certification and CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification. Strong communication skills and the ability to perform in emergency situations are essential. This role provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment while ensuring a safe experience at aquatic facilities.
Plan approximately 20 minutes for the application process. Creation of a Profile is required when you click "Apply" for the first time. This Profile will be accessible for future applications with the City. Candidates are required to complete the Standard Application. Uploads should be in .pdf, .doc or .docx, .rtf., .txt, formats. All files must be less than 10 MB in size. You are required to click two (2) "I Agree" boxes at the end of the application and then click "Submit". Thank you for your interest in working for the City of Manchester! LIFEGUARD I (SEASONAL) DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS Monitors activities in aquatic areas to prevent accidents and provides assistance to patrons; performs directly related work as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS The principal function of an employee in this class is to provide surveillance and protection duties at public aquatic facilities. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of an assigned supervisor but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other City employees and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed at public aquatic facilities, with some exposure to rescue hazards and hazardous pool chemicals. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL WORK Monitors activities of patrons at public aquatic facilities; Rescues patrons in distress and performs life saving procedures, including CPR, rescue breathing, and swimmer rescue techniques; Maintains order at public aquatic facilities, including enforcing rules, resolving minor conflicts, and furnishing information to the public; Provides customer service to patrons; Provides first aid to injured patrons; Completes all required reports and paperwork; Completes daily in service training activities; Performs moderate manual labor, as required; Provides guidance and demonstrations to new employees in similar positions; Keeps supervisors informed of work progress, issues, and potential solutions; Attends meetings and training to stay current on relevant practices and developments; Responds to citizen inquiries courteously and promptly; Coordinates regularly with others to enhance interdepartmental efficiency; and Performs additional duties as required by the classification. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of water rescue, resuscitation, first aid, and life saving practices and techniques; Some knowledge of aquatics facility operation; Some knowledge of safety requirements and standards, rules, and regulations; Some knowledge of labor and custodial fundamentals; Ability to pass a written test and a practical swim test; Ability to identify resources in rescues and ground management; Ability to accurately complete reports; Ability to comprehend and follow safety rules and regulations; Ability to deal with and resolve minor conflicts; Ability to complete assignments that require good physical condition; Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non technical language; Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions; Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time sensitive deadlines; Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING Completion of two years of High School and at least 16 years of age; Zero to two years of experience in public aquatic facility activities; Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work. REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Lifeguard Certification (Waterfront Lifeguard Certification preferred) CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively; Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to review a wide variety of materials in electronic or hard copy form; Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a personal computer, telephone, and related equipment; Sufficient strength and endurance, with or without reasonable accommodation to lift, carry and move objects, through a full range of motion, up to 50 pounds occasionally, 30 pounds frequently and 20 pounds consistently; Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform water rescue procedures in a public aquatic facility environment.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Plan approximately 20 minutes for the application process. Creation of a Profile is required when you click "Apply" for the first time. This Profile will be accessible for future applications with the City. Candidates are required to complete the Standard Application. Uploads should be in .pdf, .doc or .docx, .rtf., .txt, formats. All files must be less than 10 MB in size. You are required to click two (2) "I Agree" boxes at the end of the application and then click "Submit". Thank you for your interest in working for the City of Manchester! LIFEGUARD I (SEASONAL) DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS Monitors activities in aquatic areas to prevent accidents and provides assistance to patrons; performs directly related work as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS The principal function of an employee in this class is to provide surveillance and protection duties at public aquatic facilities. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of an assigned supervisor but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other City employees and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed at public aquatic facilities, with some exposure to rescue hazards and hazardous pool chemicals. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL WORK Monitors activities of patrons at public aquatic facilities; Rescues patrons in distress and performs life saving procedures, including CPR, rescue breathing, and swimmer rescue techniques; Maintains order at public aquatic facilities, including enforcing rules, resolving minor conflicts, and furnishing information to the public; Provides customer service to patrons; Provides first aid to injured patrons; Completes all required reports and paperwork; Completes daily in service training activities; Performs moderate manual labor, as required; Provides guidance and demonstrations to new employees in similar positions; Keeps supervisors informed of work progress, issues, and potential solutions; Attends meetings and training to stay current on relevant practices and developments; Responds to citizen inquiries courteously and promptly; Coordinates regularly with others to enhance interdepartmental efficiency; and Performs additional duties as required by the classification. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of water rescue, resuscitation, first aid, and life saving practices and techniques; Some knowledge of aquatics facility operation; Some knowledge of safety requirements and standards, rules, and regulations; Some knowledge of labor and custodial fundamentals; Ability to pass a written test and a practical swim test; Ability to identify resources in rescues and ground management; Ability to accurately complete reports; Ability to comprehend and follow safety rules and regulations; Ability to deal with and resolve minor conflicts; Ability to complete assignments that require good physical condition; Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non technical language; Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions; Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time sensitive deadlines; Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING Completion of two years of High School and at least 16 years of age; Zero to two years of experience in public aquatic facility activities; Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work. REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Lifeguard Certification (Waterfront Lifeguard Certification preferred) CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively; Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to review a wide variety of materials in electronic or hard copy form; Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a personal computer, telephone, and related equipment; Sufficient strength and endurance, with or without reasonable accommodation to lift, carry and move objects, through a full range of motion, up to 50 pounds occasionally, 30 pounds frequently and 20 pounds consistently; Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform water rescue procedures in a public aquatic facility environment.
Plan approximately 20 minutes for the application process. Creation of a Profile is required when you click "Apply" for the first time. This Profile will be accessible for future applications with the City. Candidates are required to complete the Standard Application. Uploads should be in .pdf, .doc or .docx, .rtf, .txt formats. All files must be less than 10 MB in size. You are required to click two (2) "I Agree" boxes at the end of the application and then click "Submit". Thank you for your interest in working for the City of Manchester! PAY RANGE - $21.65 - $30.87/hr - plus a comprehensive benefits package GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Serves as an initial contact person for receiving the public within the Manchester Police Department; renders assistance to the general public and takes whatever action necessary and appropriate to meet the needs and requests for public service; performs directly related work as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS The principal function of an employee in this class is to identify and provide for proper Police services to be provided to the public who enter the Police Department seeking assistance and information. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Telecommunications Manager - Police but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City employees and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL WORK Admits and makes initial contact with the public at the reception area; screens individuals according to the service they require; Assists visitors with issues such as towed vehicles, lost property, and fraud, theft, and criminal mischief reports; Prepares and types Police reports, including interviewing victims, witnesses, and appropriate others to gather information; Files subpoenas and serves them to the public; Records and reports tips from the crime report line; Enters tow reports into the computer; Participates in preparing complaints and other Departmental paperwork as assigned; Maintains tact and composure when dealing with potentially agitated individuals; Performs switchboard and other communications tasks as assigned; Performs staff support duties in processing prisoners; Coordinates, distributes, files, and prepares Police records and statistical requirements; Performs follow-up investigations by telephone for ongoing, re-opened, or special assignment cases; Prepares case supplemental reports; Obtains statements and documents used as official Police records; Coordinates the dissemination of Police reports within the Department; Receives and reports criminal information; Responds to requests for information from the public regarding Police procedures and objectives; Provides guidance and demonstrations to new employees in similar positions; Keeps supervisors informed of work progress, issues, and potential solutions; Responds to citizen inquiries courteously and promptly; Coordinates regularly with others to enhance interdepartmental efficiency; and Performs additional duties as required by the classification. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of current principles and procedures involved in investigations and Police records management; Substantial knowledge of the goals and purposes involved in municipal policing; Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language; Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion; Ability to deal with a wide range of persons, including those who may be upset concerning some decision or action by Police personnel; Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions; Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations; Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks; Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING Graduation from High School or possession of a GED, preferably supplemented by additional course work in Criminal Justice; and Zero to two years of experience in general office administration; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work. REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Ability to pass a background check. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively; Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to review a wide variety of written materials in both electronic and hardcopy formats; Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a personal computer and related equipment; Sufficient strength and endurance, with or without reasonable accommodation to lift, carry and move objects, through a full range of motion, up to 10 pounds occasionally, 5 pounds frequently and 2 pounds consistently; Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to function within the general office environment.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Plan approximately 20 minutes for the application process. Creation of a Profile is required when you click "Apply" for the first time. This Profile will be accessible for future applications with the City. Candidates are required to complete the Standard Application. Uploads should be in .pdf, .doc or .docx, .rtf, .txt formats. All files must be less than 10 MB in size. You are required to click two (2) "I Agree" boxes at the end of the application and then click "Submit". Thank you for your interest in working for the City of Manchester! PAY RANGE - $21.65 - $30.87/hr - plus a comprehensive benefits package GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Serves as an initial contact person for receiving the public within the Manchester Police Department; renders assistance to the general public and takes whatever action necessary and appropriate to meet the needs and requests for public service; performs directly related work as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS The principal function of an employee in this class is to identify and provide for proper Police services to be provided to the public who enter the Police Department seeking assistance and information. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Telecommunications Manager - Police but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City employees and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL WORK Admits and makes initial contact with the public at the reception area; screens individuals according to the service they require; Assists visitors with issues such as towed vehicles, lost property, and fraud, theft, and criminal mischief reports; Prepares and types Police reports, including interviewing victims, witnesses, and appropriate others to gather information; Files subpoenas and serves them to the public; Records and reports tips from the crime report line; Enters tow reports into the computer; Participates in preparing complaints and other Departmental paperwork as assigned; Maintains tact and composure when dealing with potentially agitated individuals; Performs switchboard and other communications tasks as assigned; Performs staff support duties in processing prisoners; Coordinates, distributes, files, and prepares Police records and statistical requirements; Performs follow-up investigations by telephone for ongoing, re-opened, or special assignment cases; Prepares case supplemental reports; Obtains statements and documents used as official Police records; Coordinates the dissemination of Police reports within the Department; Receives and reports criminal information; Responds to requests for information from the public regarding Police procedures and objectives; Provides guidance and demonstrations to new employees in similar positions; Keeps supervisors informed of work progress, issues, and potential solutions; Responds to citizen inquiries courteously and promptly; Coordinates regularly with others to enhance interdepartmental efficiency; and Performs additional duties as required by the classification. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of current principles and procedures involved in investigations and Police records management; Substantial knowledge of the goals and purposes involved in municipal policing; Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language; Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion; Ability to deal with a wide range of persons, including those who may be upset concerning some decision or action by Police personnel; Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions; Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations; Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks; Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING Graduation from High School or possession of a GED, preferably supplemented by additional course work in Criminal Justice; and Zero to two years of experience in general office administration; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work. REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Ability to pass a background check. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively; Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to review a wide variety of written materials in both electronic and hardcopy formats; Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a personal computer and related equipment; Sufficient strength and endurance, with or without reasonable accommodation to lift, carry and move objects, through a full range of motion, up to 10 pounds occasionally, 5 pounds frequently and 2 pounds consistently; Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to function within the general office environment.
A municipal organization in Manchester is hiring a Recreation Aide for seasonal work. Responsibilities include administrative tasks, maintaining parks, and ensuring the safety of patrons. Candidates should be at least 14 years old and able to perform various duties. The role requires effective communication and teamwork skills, alongside a willingness to support community activities. Experience is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
A municipal organization in Manchester is hiring a Recreation Aide for seasonal work. Responsibilities include administrative tasks, maintaining parks, and ensuring the safety of patrons. Candidates should be at least 14 years old and able to perform various duties. The role requires effective communication and teamwork skills, alongside a willingness to support community activities. Experience is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.