Lifeguard

GENERAL SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Under the general supervision of the Pool Manager, supervises the entire scope of the facility; programs, events, activities both in and out of the pool.  General responsibilities will include lifeguarding, enforcement of pool rules and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: 

• Effective prevention of accidents by eliminating the hazard or hazardous behavior.
• Enforcement of all rules regarding pool policies and operating procedures.
• Executes policies and procedures professionally and accurately.
• Communicates all information verbally and in writing to supervisors.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patrons and staff.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness appropriate to the demands of lifeguarding..
• Responsible for completing all tasks assigned by the Pool Manager on time.
• Attends staff meetings as assigned.
• Assumes responsibility of taking disciplinary action as necessary while on duty.
• Assists in the maintenance and care of pool and rescue equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for cleanliness of facility.
• Performs any other related or similar duty as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position can involve sitting, standing, walking, running, stooping, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.  Work responsibilities will be performed in a standard office environment, however all functions named in this section could also be in and around a pool in accordance with employment in a recreational facility of which a swimming pool is present.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Work is performed in several environments as follows:

• An office setting.
• A recreational facility setting.
• Attending programs during the day, evenings, or weekends.
• Working indoors and outdoors.
• Some off-site promotion.

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED: 

Standard office equipment that include, computers and software packages, fax and copy machines, telephones, cash registers, vacuums, maintenance equipment, pool vacuums, skimmers, rescue tubes, rescue cans, throw ropes, Shepard’s crook, backboard, cervical collars, AED’s, chemical feeders, filters, hair baskets, pumps and motors and any other equipment associated with use in a recreational facility.

JOB STANDARDS: 

Education and experience required:

Current American Red Cross Certifications in:

Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED Essentials.