Lifeguard

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Lifeguard PositionAt Mecklenburg County, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We're counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is looking for dynamic individuals to join our team as Lifeguards. These positions will be responsible for ensuring a safe swimming environment for the general public. Specific duties include providing basic first aid, delivering exceptional customer service, and overseeing all swimming activities. These positions will be based at any of our Aquatic facilities- Ray's Splash Planet, Marion Diehl Recreation Center, Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center, Eastway Regional Recreation Center and Northern Regional Recreation Center. In addition, we currently have Temporary and Limited Part Time (19 hours per week) opportunities available. Selected candidates can expect to work evenings, weekends, and rotating holidays. Candidates must be 16 years of age or older to apply.By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!Essential Functions:Patrol, observe or monitor recreational swimming activities in assigned area; ability to detect hazards, disturbances, or safety infractionsExamine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipmentContact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injuryRescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipmentInstruct participants in swimming or other recreational activities and provide safety precaution informationComplete and maintain records of weather conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident informationMaintain quality of pool water by testing chemical levelsWarn recreational participants of inclement weather, unsafe areas, or illegal conductInspect recreational equipment and facilities for safety and cleanlinessProvide assistance in the safe use of equipmentParticipate in recreational demonstrations and eventsPerform other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:No experience requiredMust be at least 16 years old and possess at least an eighth (8th) grade education; hold and maintain all required certificationsCombination of relevant experience and relevant education accepted?: N/ALicenses/Certifications: Lifeguard certification, CPR certification, First Aid certificationKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Approved water rescue methods and specific medical first aid techniquesPublic safety and securityCustomer and personal serviceSwimming, lifesaving, and medical aidSpeaking and active listeningJudgement and decision makingService orientationApplied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely mannerBuilding Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organizationCommunication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information providedCustomer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving forces behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needsInitiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactiveSafety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standardsWork Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposedReasonable Accommodations Statement:To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Disclaimer Statement:This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.