Description:
Under general supervision, ensure the safety of patrons of an aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies.
- Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
- Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
- Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service.
- Performs various duties as directed to maintain and a safe facility.
- Prepares and maintains appropriate activity/indecent reports.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: CPR Certified; Current certification as Lifeguard by a recognized source of training.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. • Skill in the application of life guarding surveillance and rescue techniques. • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department. • Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures. • Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions. • Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.
*Must be available to work mornings and Saturdays.