PART-TIME LIFEGUARDS

Under the supervision of the Head Lifeguard and Assistant Aquatics Coordinator, performs basic lifeguard duties, general pool maintenance, and customer service.

The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks, or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

1. Supervises and monitors patrons.

2. Provides explanations and clarifications of aquatic procedures.

3. Enforces aquatic rules and regulations.

4. Encourages awareness of aquatic rules and regulations.

5. Rescues swimmers in distress.

6. Administers First Aid and /or CPR, if needed.

7. Assist with general pool maintenance and clean up of 
    aquatics facility and restrooms.

8. Participate in meetings and training sessions.

9. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

• Basic lifeguard skills

• Provide exceptional customer service
• Perform physical water test indicating competence of rescuing skills.
• Stay alert and attentive and assert good judgment
• Remain patient and understanding in dealing with patrons of all ages.
• Maintain open lines of communication.

No prior experience necessary.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, American Red Cross certificates in First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Lifeguarding is required.

• Required ability to stand, stoop, reach and bend.
• Requires mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate.
• Requires ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Requires ability to lift, push or pull.
• May require water rescues, with First Aid and /or CPR, needed.
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• May be required to use personal vehicle in the course of City employment.
• May be required to work mornings, afternoons, evenings and/or weekends.