Ability to: Use a computer terminal; Swim 550 yards (500 meters) over a measured course in ten minutes or less; Operate and maintain lifesaving equipment; Effectively teach aquatic and safety programs to varying age levels; Walk, run, jump, climb, swim, dive, sit, lift and carry equipment weighing up to 60 pounds, lift overhead and balance equipment weighing up to 40 pounds; Work outdoors in the sun for prolonged periods of time; Breath-hold dive to 15 feet and recover 150-pound person while wearing mask and fins in an open water environment; Understand and apply District and department policies, procedures, protocols, and pertinent local and state regulations relating to lifeguard operations and emergency procedures; Establish and maintain positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse public, with a focus on quality service to internal and external customers; Lifeguards II and III only: Proficiently direct emergency lifeguard response as prescribed by Lifeguard Service Management. Lifeguard I: The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to: Performs the tasks necessary to promote public safety at an aquatic facility by lifeguarding; Monitors activities in aquatic areas to prevent accidents; Enforces regulations, cautions swimmers regarding unsafe swimming activities, rescues swimmers in danger of drowning, administers first aid; Maintains order in aquatic areas; Inspects facility for cleanliness, keeping aquatic area clean and free from hazards; Inspects and maintains equipment and materials in proper working order; Participates in training sessions; Takes reports from the public; Fills out medical incident reports, training logs, and other forms and paperwork as required.