Lifeguard

Nature of Work

This is recreational work assisting with swimming pool operations and other recreational activities located at a municipal community center and outdoor pool. Activities associated with the job include greeting and assisting visitors, assisting with community center operations, supervising children and adults in the swimming pool area and providing general information about recreation programs and facilities. Additional activities include distributing and collecting recreational equipment and supplies, cleaning the pool and related facilities, monitoring pool chemicals and providing emergency lifesaving services to swimmers when necessary. Job responsibilities require experience working in a recreational facility, knowledge of water safety rules and life saving practices and techniques, sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job, general knowledge of the cleaning and maintenance requirements of large public pools and good organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills. Job performance is evaluated by the Aquatics Director through review of adherence to recreation facility rules and regulations, level of support provided for recreational activities, dependability in performing job assignments and organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills.

Illustrative Examples of Work

• Greets and assists visitors and patrons participating in community center events and activities.
• Assists with recreation center operations, issues recreational equipment and assists with cleaning and light maintenance duties.
• Assists with enrolling program participants and receiving, recording and accounting for fees and other charges.
• Observes the actions of swimmers, maintains discipline and enforces water safety and pool rules.
• Provides emergency lifesaving services to swimmers in need.
• Cleans the pool and related facilities on a regular schedule and tests pool chemicals.
• Assists with opening and closing the swimming facility and community center.
• Ensures that the pool and pool decks are clean and brushes and vacuums the pool when necessary.
• Notifies the appropriate personnel in the event of emergencies, discipline problems, malfunctioning equipment, etc.
• Explains the rules and regulations required to use the center and/or participate in programs and activities.
• Performs related duties as required.

Necessary Requirements of Work

Training and experience in supervising recreation activities; knowledge of recreational facilities and swimming pool operations; knowledge of water safety rules and lifesaving and first aid practices and techniques; general knowledge of cleaning and maintenance requirements for large municipal pools; sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job; good interpersonal, organizational and decision-making skills; or any equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the following knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Considerable knowledge of water safety rules, lifesaving and first aid practices and techniques.
• Considerable knowledge of the maintenance and cleaning requirement of large municipal swimming pools including chemical testing and application procedures.
• Knowledge of recreational facilities operating rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of the fees and other related charges for participating in recreational activities and events.
• Knowledge of recreation center operations, equipment and maintenance activities.
• Ability to effectively monitor and observe the activities of individuals participating in recreational activities, swimming programs and classes, etc.
• Ability to interact with participants in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to consistently adhere to all established policies and procedures and perform job assignments in a timely and dependable manner.
• Ability to enforce rules in a diplomatic and impartial manner.
• Skill in swimming, water rescue techniques and administering CPR and First Aid.

Necessary Special Requirements

• Possession of Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR certifications.

Physical Requirements

• This is medium to heavy work requiring the exertion of up to 80 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally.
• Hand and finger dexterity is required for grasping, feeling, etc.
• Vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly.
• Hearing is required to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound.
• Visual acuity is required for night vision, peripheral vision, the inspection of small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, color differentiation, and observing general surroundings and activities.
• The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions, cold, heat, noise, chemical hazards and humid atmospheric conditions.
• The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Pay: From $14.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14