27-018 Lifeguard I, Part-Time

About the role

Performs professional work in the safety and use of swimming pool(s), assists in coordinating various aquatics programs and facility maintenance as needed. Greets the general public, answers questions, and collects fees.

Responsibilities

• Greet public using the aquatic facilities
• Participate in the patrolling of the pool
• Receive user’s fees and handle cash drawer
• Collect fees for memberships, lockers, and facility use
• Maintain and enforce safety rules and regulations
• Distribute brochures, calendars, letters, posters, news releases, flyers, and related communications regarding recreation programs
• Respond to public inquiries about aquatics programs made by telephone, correspondence, or in person
• Perform miscellaneous duties such as answering phones, typing correspondence, running errands, picking up supplies, selling tickets, collecting fees, and helping set up for special events
• Supervise classes and activities for persons engaged in aquatics programs and co-sponsored programs
• Assist and attend various aquatics competitions throughout the year as needed
• Assist in regular and special aquatics programs, and register participants
• Assist in the maintenance of the swimming pool, including monitoring and maintaining the pool filtration system
• Monitor pool water chemistry through testing of water samples and adjust chemistry as needed to maintain standards
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and agencies, and the general public
• Maintain familiarity with and execute safe work procedures associated with assigned work
• Perform related work as required

Requirements

• High school diploma and a minimum of two years experience in aquatic program(s)
• Certification as Lifeguard Instructor with CPR and First Aid
• Water Safety Instructor, certification as a pool operator, and/or Swimming Instructor/Trainer preferred
• Valid motor vehicle operator license

Skills

• Knowledge of First Aid and water rescue operations
• Ability to work under physically and emotionally stressful situations
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow oral and written orders, directions, and instructions, and abide by the rules and regulations of the department
• Ability to work safely in changing work environments both inside and outside, including exposure to chemicals
• Ability to lead and instruct others in techniques and methods used in various work activities
• Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the general public
• Thorough knowledge of swimming, water safety skills and techniques, and related activities
• Good physical condition and stamina

Pay

$16.31 per hour