Lifeguard

Job Description

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) is seeking part-time, temporary Lifeguards for the Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center to work shifts in the facility and monitor two bodies of water, including a 50-meter pool and a leisure pool with a water slide and other play features. Lifeguards will work on deck or in lifeguard chairs and serve as the primary protection against water related injuries. This position will be responsible for ensuring the safety of all aquatic participants.

The Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center has something for everyone! A 50-Meter FINA compliant pool, a Leisure Pool with in-water volleyball & basketball, and a lazy river, along with a fitness studio, three community rooms, and two wet-classrooms for fitness classes, parties, and gatherings.

Responsibilities

Specific duties include:

• Observing and enforcing pool rules and water safety policies among lifeguards and aquatic participants while maintaining safe water quality (pool chemical checks) and assuring safety among the pool deck;
• Greeting patrons and guests;
• Attending all staff meetings and in-service trainings;
• Serving as an on-deck lifeguard to cover shifts or works a regularly scheduled on-deck shift;
• Providing emergency care and treatment;
• Completing incident/accident reports, shift reports, water emergency reports, and water chemistry logs;
• Ensuring compliance with County policies and procedures and Health and safety standards; and
• Performing other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of lifeguarding and best practices related to pool safety.

Minimum

QUALIFICATIONS

• American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire; and
• CPR, First Aid/AED certifications or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
  
  

Desirable: Preference may be given to applicants with experience/credentials in one or more of the following:

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid License;
• American Red Cross Water Attraction License;
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO); and/or
• Previous experience as a lifeguard.
  
  

Special Requirements

Certification Requirements: Staff will be required to obtain within 30 days of employment and maintain the following certifications:

• CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers; and
• American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water)
  
  

Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Working Conditions

• The worker may be required to work evenings and weekends.
• The worker is exposed to chemicals.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Information

Work Hours: Up to 10 to 40 hours a week. The position may be required to work morning, afternoon, nights, or weekend shifts.

• Schedule varies, anytime from:
• Monday - Friday, 4:30am – 10:30pm
• Saturday, 5:30am – 8:30pm; and/or
• Sunday, 7:30am – 8:30pm
• Schedule may vary based on the facilities schedule of events.
• Required to work nights and weekends on occasion and during nontraditional business hours.
  

Your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire are considered part of the selection process. Please do not enter "see resume" as a response to the questions.

Each section of the application must be completed. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This position is eligible for County government employee benefits that include health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan.

For more information on Arlington County’s generous benefits and retirement plan, click here .

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