Lifeguard (Outdoor) [0605/24/10]

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Lifeguard (Seasonal) is responsible for the supervision of pool patrons while preventing, identifying, and responding to aquatic emergencies. Lifeguards must be punctual, fair, consistent, knowledgeable and professional and must be able to visually scan all pool areas, identify distressed swimmers or customers, perform in-water rescues and assist when necessary, complete CPR when appropriate and provide first aid care to patrons.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the supervision of pool patrons, rescues victims and administers lifesaving care when needed.

• Provides customer service assistance to ensure positive public relations, resolve patron concerns, and meet patron needs.

• Follows and enforces appropriate safety and security precautions to safeguard all City assets (human, environmental, and financial).

• Responsible for carrying out Facility EAP's, and assists in maintaining a safe and clean facility.

• Respect and follow the "chain of command" and attends all mandatory in-service training.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Must have excellent leadership, organizational and communicative skills, both oral and written. Ability to talk, see, hear, and read, to work in adverse environmental conditions.

• Ability to maintain an effective and pleasant working relationship with citizens, the general public, employees, and volunteers.

• Must have the ability to work various hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as required.

• Ability to maintain an acceptable appearance at all times, with regard to required uniform and personal hygiene.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, maintain regular and consistent attendance, and maintain emotional control under stress.

• Ability to demonstrate patience and flexibility in changing job demands and when interacting with employees, visitors, and the public.

• Must be mentally and physically fit.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Must be at least 15 years of age and must possess a valid lifeguard certification; Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR. Shallow water Lifeguarding Certification through the American Red Cross is also acceptable. Must pass the 'ability test' given by the City.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

To perform the essential functions of the job, must be able to perform strenuous physical activities to include, running, kneeling, bending, twisting, dragging, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs. of various recreational and athletic equipment;

Pre-employment screening includes but is not limited to Drug Screen, Physical Examination, Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Review and applicable Background Checks.

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