Lifeguard

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Hourly:

$19.70 - $20.29

Department:

Culture & Recreation, Recreation

Division:

Aquatics

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

In this role, you will monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers

Examples of Duties:

• Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid.
• Maintains order in swimming areas.
• Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas. Inspects facilities for cleanliness.
• Cleans and refills swimming pool.
• Determines chlorine content and pH value of water with water testing kit.
• Conducts or officiates swimming meets.
• Gives swimming instructions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• 16 years of age by start date.

• Valid StarGuard Lifeguard Certification or completion of the class before start date. You must be able to:

• Swim 50 meters

• Swim 50 meters with a rescue tube

• Tread water for 2 minutes without using hands

• Retrieve a 10lb object from deep end of the pool

• First Aid/CPR for Professional Rescuers.

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