Job Title: Lifeguard (Seasonal Position)!!

Position Summary: Ensure for the safety of all patrons of the pool including accident prevention in the water and on surrounding areas

Compensation:

$19 per hour

Hours:

To be determined based on availability and pool schedule

Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the rescue and care of accident victims

• Comply with and enforce all policies, procedures and regulations set by the supervisor and the facility.

• Responsibly prevent accidents, minimize or eliminate hazardous conditions, inspect the facility on a daily schedule, and report unsafe conditions and equipment to the supervisor. Respond quickly to all emergency situations in the water or on surrounding areas. Effectively administer any first aid needed by a victim in an accident.

• Effectively educate patrons and inform them of the purpose and need for rules and regulations. Also inform other lifeguards and facility staff when more help or equipment is needed.

• Attend all staff meetings and in-service training. Accurately complete all records and reports as required.

• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have excellent communication and customer service skills

• Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented

• Ability to work independently and be an enthusiastic team player

• Available to work evening and weekend hours

• Ability to work effectively with clients, staff, families, and community contacts

Qualifications

• Current certification in the following: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, American Red Cross Community First Aid and Safety, American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Leadership skills.

• Optional certifications: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, National Swimming Pool Foundation Certified Pool Operator.

We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.