Reports to: Pool Director
Position Timeframe: This position is considered a seasonal role with most of the work obligations taking place from now until August 15th.
Licenses and Special Requirements
- MUST HAVE current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate.
- MUST HAVE Water Safety Instructor Certificate.
- American Red Cross Basic First Aid required, training on AED units and possession of a current Red Cross CPR card.
- Must be 17 years old or older
Education and/or Experience
- Prior experience working at a pool
- Maintains all proper certifications and training for self.
- Competitive swimming experience as either a coach or athlete preferred but not essential.
- Lifeguard training required.
Job Summary (Essential Functions)
- Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
- Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
- Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
- Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
- Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
- Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment.
- Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities to determine any potential dangers or hazards
- Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions
- Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies
- Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.50 per hour
Experience:
- Lifeguard: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Water Safety Instructor Certificate (Required)
- Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate (Required)
Work Location: In person
