Pool Lifeguard Instructor Nf-2 (Multiple Positions Available)

Protects patrons from hazardous conditions by ensuring that safety and pool rules and regulations are enforced. Supervises patrons for safety and crowd control.
Performs rescue work promptly renders emergency first aid and calls for medical assistance as necessary. Performs water and land rescues equal to the standard of training when a water emergency is taking place (e.g. drowning medical or trauma in the water). Manages respiratory and cardiac emergencies to include performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) bag-valve- mask resuscitation or automatic external defibrillation (AED). Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment such as specialized kits and rescue bags backboards head immobilizers suction devices splints stretchers oxygen delivery systems and monitoring equipment. Controls external bleeding with direct pressure and treats shock. Splints and immobilizes fractures and dislocations for transport. Attempts to ascertain whether the patron has preexisting medical problems and to obtain critical medical history from the patron. Teaches various swimming skills and water safety for all age groups. Prepares material for classes being taught. Ensures the safety of all patrons in the class.

May perform the duties of teaching basic lifeguarding and emergency care skills.

Promptly reports safety hazards to supervisor. Completes incident reports and assists in maintaining routine documents and reports. Ensures proper disposal of medical waste and potentially infectious materials. Responsible for the cleanliness of the buildings and grounds at the pool areas. Responsible for vacuuming skimming and routine pool maintenance. May operate water pumps and add chemical additives to ensure pool water meets specified standards when certification permits. May apply disinfectant to showers floors and decks. May check
I.D. cards for authorized patrons and collect usage fees if applicable.
Administers swim tests. Schedules use of lanes and pool space for patrons. Instructs patrons on proper swimming pool etiquette and techniques. Responsible for conducting opening and closing procedures of the facility.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a professional and friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards and any injury occupational illness and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.

Performs other related duties as assigned. This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance is required while performing normal duties in the area. May perform work that poses physical demands beyond normal requirements during rescue. Work may be performed in settings where exposure to moderate discomforts high temperatures and/or adverse weather conditions exist.

Conditions of employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

Oneyearexperienceasapoollifeguardandswiminstructor preferred. Possess current nationallyrecognized certifications: Lifeguard training CPR/AEDfor theProfessionalRescuer orequivalentStandard FirstAidorequivalentWaterSafetyInstructor or equivalent in accordance with Marine Corps Order 1700.39 Ch.10. If required to instruct Lifeguard coursesmust beabletoobtain Lifeguard Instructorcertificationorequivalentpriorto conducting the course. Ability to use and perform maintenance of pool equipment. Understanding of and the ability to enforce rigid safety regulations to ensure maximum protectionofswimmers. Abilitytouseequipment initial and recurrent physical ability test.

Must be at least 16 years old. Instructors under the age of 18 may provide water safety instruction to children under18 years ofageas longas aparent or guardian is present duringthe period of instruction or Line of Sight Supervision is provided by another employee with an adjudicatedNationalAgencyCheckwithInquiriesandStateCriminalHistoryRepositoryCheck (CNACI).

Individualswhoare18 yearsoldoroldermustbeabletoobtainandmaintainaNationalAgency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal HistoryRepositoryCheck (CNACI) background checks OR may provide water safety instruction to children under 18 years of age as long as a parent or guardian is present during the period of instruction or Line of Sight Supervision is provided by another employee with an adjudicated National AgencyCheck with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI).

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.