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Hourly wage status: Hourly

Reports to: Supervisor and Athletic Director

Pay grade: $15.00/hour

Department/School: Athletics/Natatorium

Primary Purpose: Responsible for ensuring the safety of swimmers and patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies at the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District Natatorium.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Recognize and respond quickly and effectively in emergencies.
• Enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules, and regulations with courtesy.
• Accurately complete records and reports, as needed.
• Knowledgeable in facility Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Participate in regular in-service training sessions.
• Maintain fitness level (swimming skills, strength and endurance).
• Perform light janitorial duties as needed.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor(s).
• Availability to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, and special events (swim meets).

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification: Must possess or be able to attain an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, within the first three (3) weeks of employment. Certification must remain valid for duration of employment.
• Must possess or be able to attain an American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid for the Professionals Rescuer within the first three (3) weeks of employment. Certification must remain valid for duration of employment.
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Thorough knowledge and application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques. Understanding of facility rules, policies, and procedures. Use the appropriate skills and techniques depending on the rescue or medical emergency that presents itself. Ability to meet all American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification prerequisites.
• Experience: No lifeguard experience required. Related work experience preferred. Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.

Position Reports to: Overall: CFBISD Natatorium Supervisor During events: Head/Lead Lifeguard(s) and CFBISD Swim/Dive Coaching Staff

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment; big easy mask, automated external defibrillator (AED), bag-valve-mask (BVM), job specific equipment.
• Posture: Prolonged standing; sitting, kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping.
• Motion: Frequent walking and physical movements associated with sport(s) assigned.
• Lifting: Frequently light lifting (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds); rare heavy lifting or carrying (+44 pounds)
• Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; prolonged exposure to chemical hazards (chlorinated water and fumes); frequent exposure to noise; work on slippery surfaces frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.