What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard (Temporary) position at City of Beaumont?
Essential Job Functions: Under direct supervision of the Pool Manager to safeguard and regulate the conduct of all patrons at swimming pool facilities. Supervises large groups in the water, including children and adults. Ensures patron safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations; performs water rescues and administers basic first aid as needed. Carries out emergency operating procedures and notifies proper authorities. Directs and demonstrates proper and safe use of facility equipment; insures policy and proper procedures are followed at all times.
Other Job Functions: LIFEGUARD INCENTIVE: THE CITY OF BEAUMONT WILL INCUR OR REIMBURSE COST FOR LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION AT THE END OF THE SUMMER. $200 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR YEARS 1-2; $300 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR YEARS 3-4 AND $400 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR YEARS 4-5. Service must be in consecutive years; breaks in service will revert to year one (1). All bonuses will be honored at the end of successful summer employment. Works front desk on rotation basis as needed; performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Skills/Abilities: Performs water rescues and administers basic first aid as needed. Ability to save lives at a municipal pool facility.
Physical Requirements: Ability to save lives at a municipal pool facility.
Education/Experience: Completion of 10th grade. Skilled in enforcing pool rules and regulations. Ability to establish and maintain relations with fellow employees, city officials and the general public. American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid; American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification.
This position requires 100% onsite work. Must have current CPR Card and current Lifeguard Certification. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.
The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.
The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.