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January 11, 2023
From: City of ShawneeOpen Positions
Customer Service Representative - Civic Centre
Here at the City of Shawnee, we are proud to provide our employees with an exceptional experience both during the work week and outside of it. We offer competitive salaries, great benefits and a positive team-centered environment. We would love to have you join our team in one of our current vacancies!
Learn more about what Shawnee can offer you and join our team of talented employees! Apply today and before you know it, you too can give back to your community.
Employee Spotlight: Rylan Davis, Aquatics Specialist
Q: What is your position and how long have you been with the City?
A: My current position with the City is the Aquatics Specialist. I have worked for the City for 10 years now. I started as a Lifeguard in the summer of 2013 and since then I have stuck with the City and worked my way up to where I am now as of September 2022.
Q: What are some of the main responsibilities of your job?
A: My main job responsibilities include the management of all aquatics facilities and programs within Shawnee. I supervise, hire and help train all aquatics staff.
Q: What do you love about your department?
A: The best part about the Aquatics department is by far the people. The pool staff is what makes work so fun every day and what keeps people coming back to Shawnee year after year. Also, who doesn't want a job that lets you hang out outside at a pool all day?
Q: Why should someone apply to work in aquatics this summer?
A: You should apply to work for Shawnee Aquatics this summer if you're looking for a fun summer job where you can make some money and some new friends at the same time!
Lifeguard Requirements
Are you or someone you know interested in lifeguarding this season? Here's what you need to have or be able to obtain prior to employment:
-Current Lifeguard Certification (National Pool & Waterpark Lifeguard Training Program Certification)
-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
-First Aid Certification
-AED Certification
-Oxygen Administration Certification
Don't already have these certifications? No worries! We provide opportunities to get certified in all areas. Employees must also be 15 years old by the start of employment.
In the News: Driver Operator Pinning Ceremony
The Shawnee Fire Department held its inaugural Driver Operator Pinning Ceremony in early January. Fifteen firefighters were promoted to the new position that is the first of its kind for the City of Shawnee. Staff worked hard to research and create this position that will provide new opportunities for growth within the Fire Department!
Firefighters had the chance to be pinned by family and loved ones. We want our employees' families to feel just as big a part of Team Shawnee as our employees do! It takes a village!