Lifeguard/EMT, Park and Recreation (Non-Civil Service)

## Lifeguard/EMT, Park and Recreation (Non-Civil Service)Applylocations: PKRTHRGOODtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: 26-26560**Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us.**Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture,we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community.**Job Summary****Job Description****Overview**The Lifeguard/EMT provides medical expertise for staff and patron safety, incident response, and first aid in coordination with Lifeguards and other aquatics safety personnel during park operations.**Essential Functions****1** Responds to and assists with emergencies and provides emergency medical and first aid assistance to patrons daily.**2** Proactively monitors patrons and staff for signs and symptoms of distress and responds accordingly; remains calm and administers basic medical attention.**3** Drafts and completes reports and documentation daily related to incidents where medical assistance is provided to ensure transparency.**4** Assists with and participates in lifeguard in-service weekly and gives feedback, support, and information.**5** Maintains inventory daily of first aid supplies and tests AED and Oxygen equipment.**6** Provides lifeguarding activities when needed.**7** Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.**Knowledge and Skills****1** Knowledge of Lifeguarding and basic EMT procedures.**2** Knowledge of first aid, standards of care, maintaining needed equipment, and adequate supplies**3** Knowledge of water park rules for operation.**4** Knowledge of swimming pool maintenance and chemistry.**5** Ability to supervise, lead, and train lifeguarding and safety personnel.**6** Ability to identify distressed persons.**7** Ability to handle emergency situations quickly and effectively,**8** Ability to swim, run, walk, stand, and perform a wide range of physical abilities.**9** Ability to provide customer service and ensure patron safety for a large number of patrons at a large aquatics facility.**10** Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.**11** Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.**Experience**1 year of experience as a lifeguard working with a large number of safety personnel in an aquatic facility.**Licenses and Certifications**EMT Basic Certification, Lifeguarding**Education**High School Diploma, GED**Salary Range**$21.50 - $22.91The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr