What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard - Recreation Center position at City of Rochester, MN?
Position Description
The City of Rochester invites applications for:
Lifeguard - Recreation Center
The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.
We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.
It takes us all working together .
Nature of Work
This is a temporary/seasonal/limited appointment position that is responsible for monitoring pool activities to ensure the safety of swimmers by enforcing pool rules and regulations; and by assisting in the maintenance and sanitary upkeep of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms. This position must also be able to interact with the public in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner.
Work Schedule:
Recreation Center: Positions are available year round, mainly on weekends. Hours will typically fall on Saturday's from 12:45pm-5pm and Sunday's from 12:45pm-3pm
Pay Rate: $15.76 to $18.39 per hour, depending on qualifications/experience.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Duties And Responsibilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid and standard resuscitation measures; rules and regulations governing conduct of the public at pools; and swimming pool sanitation.
Skill in: swimming, and in the application of lifesaving techniques.
Ability to: communicate verbally, including projecting the voice across distances; hear noises and distress signals; recognize hazardous situations and implement effective courses of action; react quickly and calmly in emergencies; and perform rescue actions including administering first aid and CPR.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. However, all lifeguards must possess the ability to perform swimming rescues on drowning victims including approaching, breaking holds, and carrying people, which may require the removal of an adult victim from the water.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Continuous demands: standing, sitting, walking
Frequent demands: lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling
Occasional demands: kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch, and smell.
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)
Exposure to dust/gas/fumes/steam/chemicals
Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)
Potential exposure to infectious diseases
The City of Rochester invites applications for:
Lifeguard - Recreation Center
The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.
We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.
It takes us all working together .
Nature of Work
This is a temporary/seasonal/limited appointment position that is responsible for monitoring pool activities to ensure the safety of swimmers by enforcing pool rules and regulations; and by assisting in the maintenance and sanitary upkeep of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms. This position must also be able to interact with the public in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner.
Work Schedule:
Recreation Center: Positions are available year round, mainly on weekends. Hours will typically fall on Saturday's from 12:45pm-5pm and Sunday's from 12:45pm-3pm
Pay Rate: $15.76 to $18.39 per hour, depending on qualifications/experience.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Monitor activities and swimmers at the pool to prevent accidents.
- Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning.
- Administer First Aid as necessary.
- Caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforce and adhere to pool rules and regulations.
- Follow emergency action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency.
- Maintain order in the pool and adjoining areas.
- Inspect facilities for cleanliness; complete general pool cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Responsible for the availability and safekeeping of emergency equipment (rescue tubes, backboard, signs and other equipment).
- Provides general information on pool operation to patrons.
- Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
- Applicants must be at least 15 years of age.
- Possess a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification including First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid and standard resuscitation measures; rules and regulations governing conduct of the public at pools; and swimming pool sanitation.
Skill in: swimming, and in the application of lifesaving techniques.
Ability to: communicate verbally, including projecting the voice across distances; hear noises and distress signals; recognize hazardous situations and implement effective courses of action; react quickly and calmly in emergencies; and perform rescue actions including administering first aid and CPR.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. However, all lifeguards must possess the ability to perform swimming rescues on drowning victims including approaching, breaking holds, and carrying people, which may require the removal of an adult victim from the water.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Continuous demands: standing, sitting, walking
Frequent demands: lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling
Occasional demands: kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch, and smell.
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)
Exposure to dust/gas/fumes/steam/chemicals
Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)
Potential exposure to infectious diseases
Salary : $16 - $18