Lifeguard

Lifeguard Job Description

Overview

We are looking for energetic outgoing people who are interested in bettering the lives of young children with the instruction of a lifelong skill. People with good communications skills who are enthusiastic, driven, and dedicated to children should apply.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant, uninterrupted surveillance of patrons in the pool area using proper 10/20 scanning method.

• Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of everyone in the pool area in the event of an emergency.

• Provide emergency care treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.

• Prepare and maintain preliminary pool area Incident Reports for both customers and employees.

• Must always wear a whistle and know how to use it accordingly.

• Check pool equipment for readiness, ex.: Backboard, pool buoy.

• Keep records of pool readings.

• Keep pool deck clean.

• Perform other duties as assigned including required pool maintenance.

• Presents a professional appearance and maintains a high standard of customer service.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 75 lbs.

• Requires close supervision and the ability to adjust focus often.

• Frequently required to stand, walk, kneel and be able to reach with both hands and arms.

• Must be able to complete all lifeguard certification qualifications efficiently

• Paid training for Swim Instructors.

• CPR and/or Lifeguard Certified training provided and mandatory.

Requirements

• Paid training for Swim Instructors.

• CPR and/or Lifeguard Certified training provided and mandatory.

• Interact professionally with employees, customers and students while not becoming distracted when on duty.

• Must be able to keep and maintain current lifeguard and CPR certifications that are recognized by the Department of Health, by county, for swimmers of all ages.