What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Lifeguard position at Gilpin County?
This position is responsible for the overall safety and health of guests in the aquatic area. The duties listed below are representative of this position, but do not necessarily include all the responsibilities and duties that an individual in this position may be called upon to perform.
Supervised by: Aquatics Coordinator
Supervises: N/A
Classification: Non-Exempt
Status: Part Time
Examples of Duties for Success:
- Responsible for keeping the pools in a safe condition by checking safety equipment and proper chemical balance. Also assists Supervisor with pump room maintenance.
- Performs opening, closing and cleaning duties.
- Keeps Aquatics Coordinator informed of staff, guest and chemical issues.
- Guards and supervises the lap and/or activity pools.
- Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas. Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers CPR and first aid.
- Performs lifesaving techniques as necessary including, but not limited to, rescue of drowning and near drowning victims, removal of victims from the water, and application of backboard procedures. Gives first aid help and completes necessary reports.
- Responsible for education of guests with regards to pool policies and regulations.
- Maintains order in the swimming areas.
- Oversees chemical readings and documents on daily sheets.
- Ensures records and reports are completed as necessary.
- Keeps all certifications current.
- Attends staff meetings and training as appropriate.
- Inspects facilities for cleanliness. Perform pool cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Conducts routine safety checks of equipment.
- Responsible for the care and storage of equipment.
- Communicates schedule availability with supervisor in a timely manner.
- Checks and responds to work emails and pool schedules on a regular basis. Performs other appropriate office and pool related functions as assigned by the Aquatics Coordinator or Parks & Recreation Director such as special events, camps, and other programs.
- Provides cross-training and knowledge transfer to staff as needed to support continuity of operations and government services.
- Exercises sound judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information, ensuring appropriate disclosure only to authorized individuals and entities.
- Assists in stabilizing emergent or unforeseen operational situations to ensure continuity of services and effective organizational response.
- Adheres to all County policies, procedures, regulations, and applicable laws.
- Performs other duties and special assignments as assigned.
Hours:
- Must be available for shift work (including weekends, nights and holidays), and for on-call coverage as necessary.