JOB
POSITION SUMMARYLifeguard will assure the safety of all individuals using the County pool facilities. Monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and maintain order. Respond to any dangerous situation in pool area, rescue swimmers, implement emergency plans and administer first aid. Assist in the regular monitoring of pool water chemicals and make required chemical adjustments to maintain safe balance of water. Assist in instruction, monitoring, and implementation of county sponsored swim programs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and maintain order.Respond to any dangerous situation in pool area, rescue swimmers, implement emergency plans and administer first aid.Assist in the regular monitoring of pool water chemicals and make required chemical adjustments to maintain safe balance in water.Assist in the instruction, monitoring, and implementation of county sponsored swim programs.Inspect facilities for cleanliness, clean and refill pool. Conduct and/or officiate at swimming meets.Develop and conduct aquatics programs including swimming lessons, swim meets and water safety instruction. Responsible for maintaining documentation.Incumbent(s) in this classification may handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents or decisions that require maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. ? Any one position may not include all duties listed. However, the allocation of positions will be determined by the amount of time spent performing the essential duties listed above. *The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Requires current enrollment in High School, High School Diploma, or GED, must be 15 years or older, be Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified, and successfully complete the New Mexico lifeguard and safety training.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
County of Bernalillo is an equal opportunity employer.