Lifeguard I

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of entry level lifeguard administrative operations maintenance and technical duties as needed to coordinate various daytoday operations of the Swimming Pools including facilities and grounds.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under close supervision of the Aquatics Division Manager and/or supervisor on duty as assigned. Assignments are given daily and work is reviewed frequently.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Swimming Pool(s): Work is closely controlled and structured by supervisor. Performs as first line lifeguard must maintain complete awareness of surroundings keeping track of patrons and their positions in the swimming pools and performing potentially lifesaving rescues when the situation arises. Participates in regularly scheduled inservice trainings and periodic conditioning exercises. Protect swimmers and save lives. Performs First Aid CardioPulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and utilizes Automatic Electronic Defibrillator (AED) as required.

Performs general customer services and problem solving answer phones educates patrons and citizens regarding operations programs policies procedures etc.; provides assistance to patrons; operates handicap lift to provide pool access for patrons with ADA requirements; operates cash register to accept fees and payments. Monitors and enforces patron compliance with established operating rules and regulations; prevents food and drink from being consumed in pool area; assures compliance with safety practices and procedures; monitors weather conditions for lightning and removes patrons from pools and showers when lightning is nearby; fits patrons with life jackets.

Assists in the maintenance of the swimming pools related machinery equipment and grounds.

Performs general custodial landscaping and janitorial duties throughout facilities grounds and restrooms including maintenance repairs cleaning and disinfecting for bacteria viruses mold and fungi. May be required to handle hazardous chemicals and materials related to pools grounds and facilities environments.

Removes biohazard materials (vomit fecal matter mucus other bodily wastes etc. for the safety and well being of the public. Follows protocol for dealing with bodily waste in the swimming pools facilities and grounds.

Assists in implementing various aquatics competitions throughout the year; participates and assists Water Safety Instructors (WSI) in teaching swimming lessons and water aerobics including all levels of swimming and lifesaving skills following established Red Cross or nationally recognized lesson plans to children youth and adults; creates reviews and implements lesson plans; monitors activities during recreational swimming to ensure that safety rules are followed.

Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as running errands picking up supplies needed for activities inventory of pool items general facility set up and take down including electronic equipment tables and chairs etc.; responds to public inquiries about aquatics programs and facilities;

Performs all other duties as directed and/or assigned including those at other facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Graduation from high school or GED or currently enrolled in high school or currently home schooled; AND Must pass preliminary swim test and be able to complete Lifeguard Certification (LGC) within a specified time frame.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Some knowledge ofrules regulations policies and procedures typical of a government agency or municipal swimming pools; general facilities and grounds maintenance; interpersonal communication skills; public relations; general water safety principles and practices.

Some Skill in teaching swimming/lifesaving skills to students of all age and skill levels; in monitoring activities and enforcing safety rules to maintain a safe swimming environment; maintaining records and preparing reports the use of office equipment i.e. personal computer phone fax cash register adding machine scanner digital camera etc.; various hand tools used in the maintenance of swimming pool equipment; common hand tools; pool testing equipment; power sprayer; gardening tools floor cleaner basic math skills; English and grammar skills.

Ability to operate personal computer in utilizing various programs to produce or compose formal documents reports and records; keep operating records and prepare reports; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationships with supervisors fellow employees and the public; exercise initiative independent judgment and act resourcefully under varying conditions; deal effectively with moderate stress levels caused by constant interaction with the public and customer accidents and injuries resulting from the inherently dangerous nature of various recreation activities taking place at facilities; sit observe and monitor patrons for long periods of time at heights up to eight feet.

Special Qualifications:

Must possess CardioPulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer First Aid for the Professional Rescuer Automatic Electronic Defibrillator Lifeguard Training and Preventing Disease Transmission Blood borne Pathogens certifications from the American Red Cross or be able to obtain such within a specified time frame.

Work Environment:

Incumbent of the position performs in a recreation indoor and outdoor environment with/without appropriate climate controls. Outdoor work is required in the monitoring of various programs activities and other duties. Tasks require variety of physical activities generally involving muscular strain related to swimming walking standing stooping sitting and reaching. Exposed daily to wet and/or humid conditions pool and cleaning chemicals or airborne particles. Periodic exposure to air borne and blood borne pathogens. Handeye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. Essential functions require swimming talking hearing and seeing. Must occasionally move up to 100 pounds. Common eye hand finger dexterity exist.

Must periodically push or pull in excess of 1000 lbs. with the aid of rollers lifeguard boards and related equipment. Common agility coordination and balance exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details listening patience verbal instructions emotional stability discriminating thinking and creative problem solving. Periodic travel required in normal course of job performance.

APPLICATION STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTSIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications for the position and you have the necessary drive and ambition to be part of the Aquatics Division / Parks & Recreation Department for the Town of Taos please submit a complete Town of Taos employment application to: Town of Taos Human Resources Department 400 Camino de la Placita Taos NM 87571 or via email: . Your application must be complete clear and include the correct job title and announcement number. Applications and any attachments become the official property of the Town of Taos and cannot be returned or reused after being submitted. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 P.M. on the closing date listed above.

Drug Free Workplace

EEO/ADA Compliance