Lifeguard - PT

Ensures the safety of patrons, including but not limited to: preventing accidents, upholding rules, watching swimmers/patrons at all times. Performing other duties as assigned.

(All duties listed may not be included in any one position nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.) 

• Monitoring activities at the pool. 

• Administer first aid and care as required by the professional rescuer.  

• Follow facility emergency action plan.  

• Complete injury reports.  

• Respond quickly and professionally to emergencies. 

• Be safety conscious on and off duty. 

• Attend staff meetings and in-service training. 

• Enforce and adhere to pool rules.  

• Inspect facilities for general cleanliness and complete general cleaning duties. 

• Provide information to patrons in a respectful and friendly manner. 

• Ensure the pool is clean by performing routine skimming, sweeping, and vacuuming. 

• Under direction, may be asked to take food orders, prepare food, and maintain appearance and cleanliness of concession stand and Pool house at Sharon Johnston Park. 

• May be required to calculate purchases and balance cash receipts. 

• Follow all preparation and cleanliness guidelines for concession and facility operation as outlined by the Madison County Health Department.  

• Report absences and tardiness to Park Director or Pool Manager. Monitor sign in/out sheets. Participate in staff meetings and in-service training.

• Must be able to work weekdays, weeknights, weekends, holidays and split shifts. Must have transportation to and from the park

Education and Experience

• General education.

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

• Knowledge of proper use of lifeguard and pool equipment.
• Knowledge of lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid for the professional rescuer and standard resuscitation measures (CPR)
• Knowledge of rules and regulations governing conduct of public at pools
• Knowledge of swimming pool sanitation
• Skilled in lifesaving techniques
• Skilled in swimming
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to an emergency
• Ability to perform rescue actions, administer first aid and CPR
• Ability to work in tandem with a team of lifeguards and pool staff
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously with employees and customers
• Ability to lift heavy boxes and equipment; and ability to take charge of situations
  
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to swim
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Regularly holds, inspects, and positions items into required places
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.

Certifications or Licenses Required

• Red Cross or equivalent adult and infant CPR certification and First Aid for the professional rescuer certification.  
• Must complete and pass a lifeguard training class and hold a current lifeguard certification.  
• Valid driver’s license or permit.
• Certification must be on file prior to pool opening.