POSITION: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

DEPARTMENT: Recreation

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must be certified in Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, AED (May be provided by the Park)

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Pool Manager/Assistant Manager/Head Guard/Lead Guard

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for safety and well-being of patrons in attendance of the pool.
• Wear required uniform and maintain a neat, well-groomed appearance. NO body jewelry, pajama pants, or miscellaneous t-shirts will be allowed while on duty.
• Upholds the rules and policies for the pool and park district.
• Maintains an attentive outlook in the pool and on the deck at all times while on duty. Scan Zones.
• Do not talk at length with patrons, friends, etc. or other employees while on duty.
• Participate in the teaching of swim lessons, or other activities, i.e. birthday parties as needed
• NO smoking, eating, or drinking, while on duty or on the pool deck. All lunches, etc. must be eaten in the office while on break. (Down time is NOT considered a break).
• NO CELL PHONES while on duty. They must be turned off or on silent and in your locker.
• Responsible for making sure your shift is covered at all times. Remember YOU are responsible for finding a sub as needed.
• Assist with daily cleaning of the pool, splash pad, pool deck, sundeck, all pool filtration, and locker rooms as needed or assigned.
• Assist in monitoring pool chemicals as directed.
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings as required.
• Pass vision test or wear corrective eyewear.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Pool Manager or Recreation Department.

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Ability to provide high quality experiences to patrons while working in a potentially stressful environment.

PHYSIOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Work place is likely to be noisy, active and even a disruptive environment. Potential contact with chemicals inherent to the operation of aquatic facilities.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Maybe exposed to negative weather conditions as part of the outdoor pool operation

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATION:

• Must demonstrate good judgment and logical thought proves in the execution of the essential functions of this position. Must react to stressful situations with an appropriate response.

END-OF SEASON CONSIDERATION:

• A uniform refund may be available to those individuals that successfully complete the summer season with good standing.