Lifeguard - Wellness Center

· General supervision of all activity in pool areas. 

· Maintain a safe environment in pool areas and enforce all pool rules, regulations, and policies.

· General cleaning/maintenance of aquatics area.

· Monitor quality of water in pool, spa, and therapy pool. 

· Have a working knowledge of pool, spa, and therapy pool equipment and chemicals.

· Be knowledgeable of all pool programs and events.

· Demonstrate excellent customer service.

· Complete records and reports.

· Participate in in-service trainings.

· Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies.

· Report any irregularities to Aquatics Manager, Director, and/or Manager.

· Demonstrate ability to supervise and control all activity in the pool area so that a safe environment is maintained.

· Other duties as assigned.

Certification/Licensure:

· Lifeguard certification.

· First Aid certification.

· CPR certification through American Heart Association: BLS or Heartsaver with AED or American Red Cross with AED.

Skills and Knowledge:

· Thorough knowledge and application of lifeguarding, surveillance, and rescue techniques. 

· Must be able to perform lifeguarding skills including rescue techniques and swimming techniques. 

· Strong swimmer. 

· Must be able to speak clearly and articulate instructions and take charge in an emergency situation.

Education:

· High school diploma

· College degree and/or background in physical fitness

Experience: One-year lifeguarding experience preferred.

Exposure Categories:

· Category II: Expected duties have possible, but not routine, potential for exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues

· Other potential exposures to physical injuries such as tripping, falling, muscle strains and other injuries related to various aquatics exercises in or out of the water. Exposure to a chemically treated indoor pool on a daily basis. Handling of testing reagents on a daily basis.

· Must be able to swim 60 minutes weekly and perform all physical maneuvers required as a lifeguard. Some lifting involved; removing an adult from the water. 

· Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

· Ability to visually monitor participants and observe aquatics area to assure the safety of all members, patients, and/or guests. 

· Ability to hear calls for help and to see members/patients in the aquatics area in case of emergency. 

· Ability to smell in case of chemical leakage or incorrect levels.