Lifeguard - Part Time

Lifeguard Position

This position participates in the provision of lifeguarding services at city aquatics facilities.

Examples Of Duties

Major duties include:

• Performing lifeguarding duties. Ensuring the safety of guests by observing swimmers.
• Enforcing pool rules and regulations. Ensuring all safety measures are observed.
• Assisting in maintaining the cleanliness and proper function of the facility.
• Training and receiving proper Red Cross Lifeguard certifications.
• Cleaning grounds, locker rooms, and office.
• Providing patrons with information and assistance.
• Inspecting facility and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Completing accurate incident and accident reports.
• Responding to water emergencies and performing water rescues.
• Administering First Aid as needed.
• Setting up classroom and party room for events.
• Complying with City and departmental rules, policies and procedures.
• Performing related duties.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• Must be at least 15 years of age at time of employment.
• American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification at the time of employment.
• Must pass a required swim test.
• Any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge required by the position includes:

• Knowledge of pool safety guidelines.
• Knowledge of water rescue techniques.
• Knowledge of safe operation standards.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in the provision of water rescue services.
• Skill in performing CPR, AED and First Aid activities.
• Skill in the completion of reports.
• Skill in oral and written communication with various audiences.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
• Ability to react quickly and accurately in emergency situations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply operating policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays, or flexible schedules.
• General Expectations (not a comprehensive list)

Supervisory controls are assigned by the Aquatics Specialist and/or Head Lifeguard, with spot-checks for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

Guidelines include city and department policies and procedures, Red Cross guidelines, and the employee handbook. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

The complexity of the work consists of related lifeguarding duties, with the need to respond to emergency incidents contributing to the complexity of the position.

The purpose of this position is to perform lifeguarding duties at a public pool. Success in this position contributes to the safety of patrons.

Contacts are typically with co-workers and members of the general public, typically to provide services, to give or exchange information, or to resolve problems.

Physical demands and work environment include sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, squatting, stooping, climbing, crawling, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, twisting the upper body, talking, hearing, seeing, demonstrating manual dexterity, lifting light and heavy objects, climbing ladders, using tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishing between shades of color, and utilizing the sense of smell. The employee must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions.

The work is typically performed on a pool deck and in an aquatic facility. The employee is exposed to sun, water, noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and irritating chemicals. Work may be performed outdoors in hot, cold or inclement weather. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

Supervisory and management responsibility is none.