Provides supervision and instruction of various age groups in swimming and diving activities and for the safety of patrons in the swimming area. Supervision is received from an Assistant or Pool Manager.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Lifeguard Reports to: Pool Manager

Department: Parks & Recreation Job Status: Part-time

Division: Pools FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Family: Natural Resources-Professionals

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Provides supervision and instruction of various age groups in swimming and diving activities and for the

safety of patrons in the swimming area. Supervision is received from an Assistant or Pool Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited, to the following:-

Teaches beginning and advanced classes in lifesaving, swimming and diving;-

Determine eligibility for and conducts competitive swimming;-

Enforces pool rules and regulations for the safety and convenience of the public;-

Performs rescue and administers artificial respiration, CPR, and First Aid when needed;-

Checks the proper maintenance of the equipment and sanitation of pools and bathhouse facilities;-

Collects entrance fees from patrons;-

Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work

processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED & EXERCISED-

Receives general supervision from an Assistant Pool Manager or Pool Manager.-

This position has no supervisory responsibilities, except for patrons.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Knowledge of:-

Principals and methods used in teaching of swimming.-

Lifesaving methods and procedures, including CPR, First Aid and standard resuscitation measures.-

Rules and regulations governing conduct of public at pools.-

Swimming pool sanitary and chlorination systems.

Skill in:-

The application of lifesaving techniques.-

Swimming.

Ability to:-

Communicate orally in the English and Spanish language.-

React quickly and calmly in emergencies.-

Administer first aid and CPR.-

Perform rescue actions.-

Enforce rules and regulations firmly but tactfully.-

Work cooperatively with other City staff and the public.-

Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Additional requirements:-
Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending

upon work location, assignment, or shift.-

Minimum 16 years of age.

Licenses, Certificates & Registrations:-

Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification including First Aid and CPR/AED for the

professional rescuer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee is regularly required to lift arms above shoulder level; reach with hands and arms; and lift

and/or move objects of up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance,

and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The employee is exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually

moderate.

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