What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard Casual-Clovis position at City of Clovis?
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: This is a casual position working on an as needed basis to complete the weekly schedule. If there are shifts available, this position must work at least one shift every two (2) months. The lifeguard performs specialized work in the enforcement of regulations and the protection of life at the swimming pool. This position is responsible for maintaining reasonable state of discipline and behavior on the part of swimmers and rescuing those who might be in distress. Instructions and preliminary training are given at the beginning of the season, after which, employee is expected to follow the established procedures with minimum assistance. Work is subject to review through visual inspections by a Supervisor who is generally at the pool at all times.
**This position has been classified as a safety sensitive position and is subject to our drug testing policy to include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident for the following prohibited substances:marijuana,amphetamines,opioids,phencyclidine(PCP),andcocaine,aswellasanydrugnotapprovedformedicalusebytheU.S.DrugEnforcementAdministrationortheU.S.FoodandDrugAdministration.**
: - Patrols and observes swimming pool area; prevents ball playing, tag games, fighting, and other infractions of rules around the pool area
VFS
**The Jobs for Veterans Act mandates priority of service to Veterans seeking employment and training opportunities. To ensure compliance with this law, this job posting will be available only to Veterans for up to 24 hours. After this period, the jobs will be released to all job seekers.**
: This is a casual position working on an as needed basis to complete the weekly schedule. If there are shifts available, this position must work at least one shift every two (2) months. The lifeguard performs specialized work in the enforcement of regulations and the protection of life at the swimming pool. This position is responsible for maintaining reasonable state of discipline and behavior on the part of swimmers and rescuing those who might be in distress. Instructions and preliminary training are given at the beginning of the season, after which, employee is expected to follow the established procedures with minimum assistance. Work is subject to review through visual inspections by a Supervisor who is generally at the pool at all times.
**This position has been classified as a safety sensitive position and is subject to our drug testing policy to include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident for the following prohibited substances:marijuana,amphetamines,opioids,phencyclidine(PCP),andcocaine,aswellasanydrugnotapprovedformedicalusebytheU.S.DrugEnforcementAdministrationortheU.S.FoodandDrugAdministration.**
: - Patrols and observes swimming pool area; prevents ball playing, tag games, fighting, and other infractions of rules around the pool area
- Rescues tired bathers or bathers having difficulties, applies artificial respiration if necessary
- Administers first aide to cuts and other injuries suffered by bathers and administers CPR when necessary
- Assists in sweeping, mopping, and picking up of wastepaper and trash in the pool area and buildings
- Ensures pool rescue equipment, benches, and other movable equipment are kept in proper area
- May assist in checking of the temperature of water and amounts of chlorine, bromide, and acid in the water
- Assists in working behind counter, checking baskets and valuables
- May be required to work weekends and holidays.
- Ability to recognize emergencies and to take appropriate action.
- Good physical strength and sufficient strength to control struggling adult swimmers.
- Must have American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, Community First Aid and CPR, and AED Certification.
- A background check, as well as other additional pre-employment screening must be completed prior to start date.