Life Guard

LIFEGUARD - Part Time

Hourly Wage:  $22.39

Grade:  06T

PHYSICAL LOCATION:

• Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center

GENERAL FUNCTION:

• A responsible and authoritative position.  Will operate the pool and facility in a safe manner at all times. Needs to recognize and minimize/eliminate potentially dangerous situations with the emphasis on prevention.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Without Accommodations):

• Able to read, write, speak and understand English in order to communicate with co-workers, City officials and the general public.


• Able to work assigned hours which may include evenings and weekends.


• Able to use equipment and/or materials as specified in this job description.


• Able to see and hear well enough to perform the duties specified in this job description.

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED:

• Lifesaving devices, i.e., lifesaving rings, hooks.  Maintenance equipment i.e., vacuum and brush for cleaning pool.

ENVIRONMENT:

• Primarily outdoors, with some shelter from the sun.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing             30%


• Climbing              5%       


• Bending               5%         


• Reaching             5%


• Swimming           5%         


• Sitting                 50%


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• DUTIES/TASKS/JOBS: 


• Provide for the safety of the patrons using the facility.


• Enforce rules and regulations in a standardized manner.


• Be physically and mentally alert at all times to prevent accidents.


• Test water chemistry and record reading according to state requirements.


• Do pool maintenance as scheduled and as required.


• Know how to carry out the emergency plan for the facility.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS/ABILITIES/ QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Have ability to work with large groups of people.


• Ability to deal with the general public in a courteous and helpful manner.


• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees and supervisory personnel.


• Ability to understand the general mechanics of the pool operation and notify the supervisor of problems.


• Ability to understand responsibilities to employer with regard to operation of a safe facility.


• Hold current certifications as American Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent.


• Hold a current certification in CPR and First Aid.