Short-Term Worker - Lifeguard

Location:                      Aquatic Center (Rancho Campus)
Start Date:                   Immediately
Hourly Rate:                $20.00
Working Hours:          This is a temporary position, with expected hours between 4 to 6 per day Monday – Thursday. 

The Chaffey College Lifeguard will enforce applicable rules, regulations, and ordinances at a college swimming pool to prevent accidents. Rescues persons in danger of drowning and administers CPR and first aid when necessary.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Being able and ready to work in-person with Chaffey students, Chaffey employees, or other members of the Chaffey community/Chaffey partners/Chaffey contractors is an essential function of this job.

• A valid Lifeguard Training Certificate issued by the American Red Cross; 
• A valid First Aid Certificate or its equivalent issued by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association;
• A valid certificate in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation issued by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association;
• A valid certificate in Automated External Defibrillator (AED) issued by the American Red Cross;
• Minimum one year of related experience;
• Knowledge of:
  • Rules, regulations, and ordinances related to the operation and use of college swimming pools and swimming pool equipment.
  • Water safety and lifesaving methods including techniques of resuscitation and first aid.
  • Health standards and safety practices for swimming pools.   
  • Emergency procedures to obtain rescue services.  
  • Demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals. 
• Ability to:
  • Apply swimming and pool rescue techniques.
  • Enforce applicable rules and regulations and maintain discipline.
  • Remain calm in emergencies, assess situations accurately, and think and act quickly.
  • Remain alert and maintain focus of attention for long periods of time without being distracted.
  • Administer first aid, including CPR/AED.
  • Work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the public.