Job Description

Lifeguard/ Part-Time

Aquatic Department

Directly Reports to: Aquatic Department Manager

Department Head: Director of Recreation

DESCRIPTION

Seeking reliable, responsible, friendly, and outgoing individuals for deep-water lifeguard roles. Under the direction of the Aquatic Department Manager, the Lifeguard/ Lifeguard Supervisor must be able to recognize hazardous situations to prevent injury. They must supervise swimmers, minimize dangers, educate facility users about safety, enforce rules and regulations, provide assistance and perform rescues. ~American Red Cross

RESPONSIBILITIES

o Prevent injury by maintaining order & correcting inappropriate or unsafe behavior in the pool area.

o Assist persons in trouble; administer first aid to the injured and activate the facility emergency action plan in case of serious incidents.

o Take chemical recording each shift. Report all necessary adjustments immediately to Aquatic Department Manager.

o Must attend monthly in-service training sessions and meetings as scheduled.

o Perform thorough, routine clean up and maintenance of the pool area and locker rooms during and after shift changes to ensure facility safety and water sanitation.

o Assist in programs of instruction and special events as requested by Aquatic Department Manager.

o Must be able to provide 15-20 hours of availability per week and work 10-15 hours weekly

o Must be available to work afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Required:

o At least 16 years of age (responsible 15 year olds with Work Permit permitted)

o Must be able to pass the American Red Cross swim test

o Able to retrieve 10 lb. object from 7-13 ft. of depth

o Able to swim 300 yards without break

o Tread water without use of hands for 3 minute

o Experience working with the public; both children and elderly

Preferred:

o Previous lifeguard or other related positions

o American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification or equivalent

o Fundamentals of Instructor Training (FIT Certification) or Safety Training for Swim Coaches

o First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person