Part-time Lifeguard

POSITION SUMMARY

Under supervision of the Recreation Coordinator and Pool Managers, the primary responsibility of a lifeguard is to prevent drowning and other injuries from occurring. Lifeguards must be able to ensure the safety of patrons by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors.

• Recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations by activating the Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Actively guard and always scan the pool area; refrains from socializing while guarding.
• Administer First Aid, CPR and AED when necessary.
• Communicate and enforce all pool policies and rules in a personable and professional manner.
• Dress in RSRPD Aquatics Uniform, which includes swimsuit, guard shirt and shorts/sweats, hip pack (with CPR mask) and tube while on duty.
• Attend and participate in regular in-service trainings.
• Provide a welcoming environment for all patrons.
• Document any incidents and/or injuries.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workspace
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Must be 15 years old at the time of hire.
• Must be able to provide a valid work permit.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to swim 200-yardsinlessthanfour(4)
• Ability to recognize and respond to emergencies through knowledge and application of American Red Cross lifeguard surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Ability to apply common sense and exercise good judgement in solving problem and makedecisionsindependentofdirectsupervisionwhen necessary.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with fellow employees, volunteers, and participants and/or parents/guardians.

Certifications

• Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Required.
• Current CPR/ First Aid/AED Certifications Required.

This position requires standing and walking approximately 40% of the time or more; frequent lifting, carrying and occasional pushing/pulling loads of up to 40 pounds; some bending and occasional kneeling/squatting, reaching overhead/stretching; occasional to frequent climbing of stairs; frequent handling and dexterity. Position works continuously outdoors, in and around water, and is exposed to the sun and high temperatures.