Lifeguard

Under the supervision of the Aquatic Director and Managers the Lifeguard position is responsible for providing a safe friendly and secure atmosphere for members and participants.

Responsible for ensuring the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to accidents involving water rescues first aid or CPR.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

1. Supervise recreational lap swimming swim lessons and Athletic Camps

2. Enforce policies and procedures set forth by the Aquatics Department to ensure safety

3. Perform rescue duties as necessary

4. Attend all scheduled inservice training and staff meetings

5. Perform daily tasks such as cleaning the pool deck and picnic areas

6. Facilitate swim tests to children participating in Athletic camps

7. Conduct daily course changeovers based on daily schedules in an efficient manner

8. Represent the LMU Campus Recreation Department in and around the pool area

9. Perform other duties as assigned or requested

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission vision and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional responsible accountable and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

• Typically a Bachelors degree.

• Current Lifeguard American Red Cross Professional Rescuer CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.

• Minimum 1 year experience as a certified Lifeguard

• Knowledge of water hazards pool safety lifesaving techniques and first aid; principles and techniques of swimming and lifesaving; and appropriate safety precautions and procedures

• Must pass a water skills test prior to hire

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Constantly required to sit feel use finger movement speak clearly hear conversation see near and far. Frequently required to stand and walk. Occasionally required to lift carry and push up to 25 lbs. stoop kneel reach high and low use depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is normal.

MENTAL DEMANDS: Mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequent calculating interrupted work variety of interrelated tasks sustained concentration use of reasoning judgment resourcefulness analytical ability and ingenuity.

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Staff PerDiem (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Salary range

Loyola Marymount University a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence the education of the whole person and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being life experience and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu for more information.