Lifeguard

Lifeguard

Pay: $17.63 per hour. Shift differential for nights and weekends. 

REPORTS TO:                     Aquatics Manager

SCHEDULE:                         On-call. Schedule may vary according to departmental and Academy needs. Not to exceed 999 hours annually.

Position Purpose

Responsible for the health, safety and welfare of those using the Academy's swimming pool.  Major responsibility is to observe swimmers and enforce regulations in the guarding of life and the prevention of accidents at the Academy's swimming pool.  Ensures the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
• Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Maintain proficiency in CPR, first aid and use of AED.
• Present professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintain a high standard of customer service.
• Prevent injuries by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors.
• Identifies and reports equipment failures or replacement needs to direct supervisor.
• Responsible for upkeep of equipment, including cleaning kick boards and pull buoys.
• Test water for proper pH levels, as assigned.
• Assist Aquatics Manager and swim team coaches with set up for Water Polo games and swim meets.
• Enforce facility rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.
• Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust and credibility.
• High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and multi-task with accuracy.
• Effectively communicate and clearly understand oral and written communications.
• Ability to physically and mentally act quickly in emergencies.
• Knowledge of water hazards, lifesaving techniques and first aid.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to engage positively with students, employees, and guests.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including stressful situations.
• Working knowledge of various sports equipment used in swimming pools.
• A strict adherence to confidential policies is required.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills as well as a strong customer focus.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.

Direct/Indirect Reports

None.

Position Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Some college experience helpful.
• Must possess skills in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques, as well as knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.
• Red Cross Advanced Lifesaving certificate and CPR certification, required every 2 years.

Experience

• Experience in an institutional or campus setting
• Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting is preferred.

Physical Requirements

1. Must be able to see and hear with or without accommodations, the entirety of the pool area.
2. Ability and dexterity to grasp and grip and safely operate pool equipment.
3. Ability to respond to emergencies quickly properly extract victims from the pool to the deck.

Additional Requirements

1. Successfully complete a criminal background check (reviewed every 5 years).