Summary

Lifeguards must have current certification which should be uploaded with their application to be considered. Less than six months of experience will be hired on as a NF-01 at $15.00/hour and will move to NF-02- $16.00/hr after six months of work experience.

Duties - ensures the safety of the patrons in the swimming pools, enforcing rules, regulations and providing assistance as needed.

teaches a variety of level swim classes, ensuring safety of the students and enforcing rules and regulations.

Duties

MUST HAVE CURRENT LIFEGUARD AND CPR CERTIFICATION TO BE CONSIDERED.

NF-01 Lifeguard
Responsible for safeguarding the lives of all patrons at the facility. Cautions patron regarding unsafe practices or conditions. Informs and educates patrons and staff regarding common aquatic risks and consequences. Employs preventative measures whenever possible to minimize risks. Rescues and/or assists swimmers in danger and administers emergency first aid until qualified medical assistance is present. Maintains order, enforces pool rules/regulations as appropriate. Provides reliable information regarding aquatic facilities, hours of operation and programs.

Advises patrons of unsafe conditions and gives appropriate instructions to avoid hazardous area.

Reports any unsafe conditions concerning equipment, supplies, facility, pool or other areas to immediate supervisor and protects patrons and staff from same.

Follows established guidelines for communication and emergency procedures including preparation of accident/incident reports when necessary.

Performs routine swimming pool chemical and temperature readings. Performs housekeeping duties such as scrubbing pool deck, sides and gutter, cleaning bathhouse, restrooms, shower stalls. locker room, office and classroom areas. When required, contacts PWC/Staff Civil Engineering (SCE) to have minor repairs made. Completes daily log for all tasks accomplished.

May open and close facility and/or prepare facility for scheduled activities. Performs other duties as assigned.

NF-02 Lifeguard
Responsible for instructing and teaching various swimming skills, styles and basic diving to various age groups. Maintains attendance rosters and prepares progress reports on participants enrolled in the class. Responsible for safeguarding patrons at the facility. Cautions participants regarding unsafe practices or conditions. Informs and educates patrons and staff regarding common aquatic risks and consequences. Employs preventative measures whenever possible to minimize risks. Rescues and assists swimmers in danger and administers first aid as required until more advanced assistance arrives. Maintains order, enforces pool rules/regulations as appropriate.

Monitors activity in pool and deck area to prevent accidents and stop boisterous play. Caution swimmers, takes charge in emergencies.

Reports unsafe conditions concerning equipment, supplies, facility, pool or other areas to immediate supervisor and protect patrons and staff from same.

Follows established guidelines for communication and emergency procedures including preparation of accident/incident reports when necessary.

Performs swimming pool temperature and chemical readings. Maintains daily log with the results of the testing. Notifies supervisor of problems with chemical levels and of need of pool supplies. Performs housekeeping duties to ensure proper standards of appearance, cleanliness and sanitation. This may include scrubbing the pool deck, sides and gutter, vacuuming pool, bathhouse, locker rooms, office and classroom cleaning. When appropriate, contacts PWC/SCE to have minor repairs made. Completes log for all tasks accomplished.

Performs opening and closing duties of facility and prepares facility for scheduled activities. Provides information regarding aquatic facilities, hours of operation and programs.

Attends all in-service training, NAVOSH classes and other training as instructed. Maintains all certifications in a current status.

Performs related tasks as assigned.

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