Lifeguard High School (Probationary)

Ballston Spa High School has a vacancy for a lifeguard. This is a full time 12 month probationary position that is eligible for health and dental benefits and paid personal, sick and vacation time.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This work consists primarily of routine patrol tasks performed under general supervision. There is, however, considerable responsibility for the exercise of sound judgement in emergencies. An error of judgement might result in loss of life. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only) (When the position is assigned to town or village recreation department the following activities will apply) Performs routine patrol work at a bathing beach looking after the safety and welfare of the bathers; Stands watch or patrols bathing beach keeping bathers within bounds and going to their aid when they are in difficulty; Applies resuscitation techniques and otherwise renders first aid; Instructs beginners in swimming; Keeps the beach free of glass and other debris; Performs other routine duties such as repairing equipment; Maintains order; Enforces compliance with beach rules; (When the position is assigned to a school district the following activities which demonstrate a difference in the location of lifeguard activities will apply) Supervises the pool area during all class activities and instruction which take place in the pool; Supervises students in locker rooms and hallways when pool is unoccupied; Assist with laundering and storage of school issued equipment;

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS; Good knowledge of first aid, life saving and rescue work as applied to accidents in the water; ability to swim well; ability to deal with the public and to secure cooperation without unnecessary antagonism; ability to keep records and to make simple reports and arithmetic computations; good observation; mental alertness; tact and courtesy; good moral character; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Salary: $19.31/hr.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATION:

Possession of a Red Cross or Y.M.C.A. Senior Life Saving Certificate or it's equivalent and a basic life support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R.) certification from the Red Cross or an equivalent certifying agency.