Senior Lifeguard - Seasonal

Purpose

We Are Hiring Summer Senior Lifeguards!

Are you ready to get into the swim of things? Take charge and become a summer saver today. The City of Savannah Parks and Recreation Division is currently seeking Senior Lifeguards. This position is responsible for overseeing activities in and around the swimming pool and maintaining a safe environment.

Submit you applicationtoday!

We look forward to having youonboard.

Essential Job Functions

• Plan and lead the swimming programs in accordance with guidelines.

• Lead instructor for swim lessons

• Coaches the swim team

• Vacuums the pool

• Supervise other lifeguards.

• Report any incident that alters pool operations (call in and record)

• Open and close the pool site daily.

• Assign and assist in performinglifeguard duties when the pool is in use.

• Assign and assist in performing perform other related duties as assigned.

• Works closely with the pool monitor

• Works at swim meets and other department programs

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience in lifeguarding skills and pool safety; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess Professional Lifeguarding Certification, First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification.

The City of Savannah offers all required training.

Work Hours: Varies

Work Location:Various City of Savannah Pools

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; andverification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (additional skills will be obtained during training)

• Knowledge of records maintenance procedures.

• Knowledge of machine operation practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of supervisory principals.

• Knowledge of conflict resolution skills.

• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.

• Skill in working with children and adults.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

Minimum Standards

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Swimming Pool Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions. The Swimming Pool Manager checks work for compliance with instructions and established procedures.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include the swimming pool manual, the Department of Environmental Health Book of Codes and Rules, Guidelines for CPO, and instructions from pool maintenance personnel. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of supervising citizens and staff assigned to pool facilities. Assigning and performing job duties with staff. Maintaining all equipment, completing daily and weekly documents, and having to supervise large numbers of participants, contributes to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to supervise citizens using swimming pool facilities. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of a safe recreation site for citizens.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, general public, coaches, daycare personnel, summer camp personnel, and Red Cross workers.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, to provide services, to motivate or influence persons, and to justify, defend, negotiate, or settle matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and distinguishes between shades of color.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is performed outdoors in hot, cold, or inclement weather. The work exposes the employee to machinery with moving parts, contagious diseases, and irritating chemicals. The work week typically runs fifty to sixty-five hours a week.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: Ensuring that citizens using the swimming pool facilities are abiding by the Georgia Health Department rules posted.