Lifeguard (Seasonal)

1. Report ready for duty at least 15 minutes before assigned shift and be in a proper position when shift starts.
2. Be professional alert, courteous, and tactful.
3. Maintain an alert position while in the guard chair so he/she can observe signals from guards and note anything unusual in the water area he/she is guarding.
4. Make requests in a courteous and determined manner. If requests are not executed in full and at once, report the incident to the manager on duty.
5. Refer detailed inquiries to the manager on duty.
6. Clear all swimmers out of the water during an electrical storm, tornado warning or other emergency situations.
7. Keep the facility fit for inspection at all times; litter picked up and maintains the lifeguard equipment and first aid supplies in readiness.
8. Be aware of specific duties or responsibilities in the event of a major emergency.
9. Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the pool manager, assistant managers, Aquatics and Tennis Manager, or Parks and Recreation Director.
10. The responsibilities listed above do not constitute every duty that may be performed by a lifeguard. While on duty a lifeguard may be expected to be asked to perform other duties and tasks which may or may not be directly related to the lifeguard function. If such tasks are assigned, it is the responsibility of each lifeguard to accomplish the assignment to the best of his/her ability.
11. Be aware of specific duties or responsibilities in the event of a major emergency.
12. Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the pool manager, assistant managers, Aquatics Manager, Aquatics Coordinator, Recreation Superintendent, or Parks and Recreation Director.
13. The responsibilities listed above do not constitute every duty that may be performed by a lifeguard. While on duty a lifeguard may be expected to be asked to perform other duties and tasks which may or may not be directly related to the lifeguard function. If such tasks are assigned, it is the responsibility of each lifeguard to accomplish the assignment to the best of his/her ability, example Learn to Swim Instructor.

1. Previous experience as a lifeguard preferred.
2. Experience and/or training in aquatics and/or recreational activities is desirable.
3. Current American Red Cross or equivalent certification in Lifeguarding, Waterpark Lifeguard, or Waterfront Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid required.

1. All lifeguards must successfully complete a swimming and lifeguard proficiency test prior to the opening of the swimming season.
2. During each day of employment, all lifeguards are expected to swim a minimum of 300 yards.
3. All lifeguards must attend and participate satisfactorily in all in-service activities.
4. All lifeguards are expected to be available for fulltime duty during the entire swimming season.
5. Cleanliness and neatness are expected in all aspects of a lifeguard's appearance and personal hygiene.
6. Unnecessary jewelry, such as earrings, bracelets, pins, studs, etc., should not be worn on duty
7. Guard suits should be clean, neat, and in good repair.

1. The City of Upper Arlington will determine the hourly rate for lifeguard annually.
2. Flexible scheduling. Lifeguards are permitted to work up to 40 hours per week.
3. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours will be paid at the normal rate of pay with no provisions for overtime pay.
4. All lifeguards must complete an annual drug and background screening.

Salary : $14 - $16