Lifeguard

Under the direction of the Director of Community Education, Lifeguards ensure the safety of all pool patrons by preventing, recognizing, and responding to aquatic emergencies. This position maintains a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for community members of all ages participating in open swims, lap swims, lessons, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Patron Safety & Surveillance
  • Maintain continuous, alert surveillance of the pool area and patrons.
  • Enforce all pool rules, regulations, and policies fairly and consistently.
  • Recognize and respond quickly and effectively to all emergencies, providing appropriate care (CPR, First Aid, AED) as trained.
• Facility Operations & Maintenance
  • Conduct daily opening and closing safety checks of the pool area and rescue equipment.
  • Assist in maintaining a clean pool deck, locker rooms, and equipment storage areas.
• Community Relations & Customer Service
  • Act as a positive, welcoming representative of Delano Community Education.
  • Interact professionally with patrons, parents, and school staff; answer questions and resolve minor concerns courteously.
  • Assist with setup and closing of pool events such as: swim lessons, aquacise, pool rentals, and more.
• Administration & Professionalism
  • Attend all mandatory staff meetings and in-service training sessions to maintain rescue readiness.
  • Accurately complete incident reports, logbooks, and shift sheets in a timely manner.

Requirements

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding (or equivalent) certification.
• First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to command respect from pool patrons.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and decisive in high-stress emergency situations.

Physical & Environmental Demands

• Physical Demands: Prolonged sitting or standing in an elevated guard chair; ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs; ability to swim distance and submerge to retrieve objects/persons from the deep end.
• Environmental Conditions: High-humidity, loud acoustic environment typical of indoor public pools; exposure to pool chemicals (chlorine, acid) and warm temperatures.

Pay

$14.14/hour with the ability to advance and/or work in other community education programs.