Lifeguard

1. Conduct effective surveillance of assigned zone of responsibility by; 
   1. Maintaining position at designated station 
   2. Utilizing scanning pattern suitable to zone characteristics
   3. Communicating conditions or challenges to incoming lifeguards and supervisory team 
2. Enforce pool rules, regulations, and facility policy
3. Recognize and respond to emergencies within the scope of their training. 
4. Respond to customer requests and inquiries.
5. Maintain cleanliness of pool, surrounding area, and facilities.
6. Complete assigned tasks and report any unsafe conditions or equipment to supervisor. 
7. Complete records and reports (i.e. supplies, unsafe conditions, incidents, etc.) 
8. Participate in regular in-service training sessions, meetings and other required training. 
9. Secure a substitute through approved process for any scheduled hours/shifts that cannot be worked. 
10. Perform other duties assigned (related to the operation of a public swimming pool).
    

• 15 years of age 
• American Red Cross certification in “Lifeguarding (including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid” 
• Successful completion of internal aquatics pre-employment skills assessment. 

• Previous Lifeguard work experience.

• Knowledge of surveillance techniques, swimmer/non-swimmer characteristics, water rescue techniques, and life-saving care including cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), use of automated external defibrillators (AED), and application of First Aid.
• Knowledge of facility layout, characteristics, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to act responsibly with high attention to safety. 
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency and non-emergency situations. 
• Skill in verbal and written communication
• Skill in decision-making related to safety conditions and de-escalation of incidents. 
  

• Shifts vary from 3-8 hours based on staff availability and are highly flexible 
• Facility operating hours vary between sites and include; a. Weekdays: As early as 4:30 am / As late as 9:30 pm b. Weekends: As early as 7 am / As late as 8 pm
• Morning, daytime, evening, and weekends are available 

• Must be able to tolerate indoor natatorium conditions including varying temperatures and humidity levels 
• Must be able to stand, walk and/or sit for prolonged periods of time 
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. 

• Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check.
• Lifeguards are a ‘Safety Sensitive’ position and must pass a pre-employment drug screen and are subject to random screening throughout employment
  

Salary : $19 - $22