Lifeguard
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Job Location:
Elkhart, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 15 - 18
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
CITY OF ELKHART JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT
Parks and Recreation
DEPARTMENT
Parks and Recreation
POSITION
Lifeguard
Lifeguard
DIVISION
Aquatics
STATUS
Full Time/Seasonal
CATEGORY
Hourly $15-$18
FLSA
Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO
Aquatics Manager
JOB SUMMARY
JOB SUMMARY
Lifeguards are responsible for maintaining a safe aquatic environment through active surveillance accident prevention and emergency response at aquatic facilities including Ideal Beach and Pierre Moran Pool. Lifeguards enforce facility policies provide guest assistance and support overall facility operations while working under the supervision of aquatic leadership.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain constant surveillance of assigned aquatic areas to ensure patron safety.
Enforce safety rules and facility policies consistently and professionally.
Respond quickly to emergencies perform rescues and administer first aid CPR and AED as required.
Monitor water conditions patron behavior and facility capacity to prevent unsafe situations.
Provide positive guest interactions and assist patrons with questions or needs.
Support facility cleanliness and operational readiness.
Maintain communication with Head Lifeguard and Aquatic Management regarding safety concerns.
Complete required documentation and incident reporting.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Effectively communicate with swimmers patrons and other staff members.
Regularly inspect and maintain aquatic facility.
Communicate with the Aquatic Manager about facility issues and concerns.
Assist with facility cleaning on a regular basis.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Enforce safety rules and facility policies consistently and professionally.
Respond quickly to emergencies perform rescues and administer first aid CPR and AED as required.
Monitor water conditions patron behavior and facility capacity to prevent unsafe situations.
Provide positive guest interactions and assist patrons with questions or needs.
Support facility cleanliness and operational readiness.
Maintain communication with Head Lifeguard and Aquatic Management regarding safety concerns.
Complete required documentation and incident reporting.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Effectively communicate with swimmers patrons and other staff members.
Regularly inspect and maintain aquatic facility.
Communicate with the Aquatic Manager about facility issues and concerns.
Assist with facility cleaning on a regular basis.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Lifeguard certification from a recognized organization (e.g. Red Cross YMCA).
CPR and First Aid certification.
Previous lifeguard experience preferred but not required.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
CPR and First Aid certification.
Previous lifeguard experience preferred but not required.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to swim long distances and tread water for extended periods.
Capability to lift and carry rescue equipment.
Physical fitness to perform water rescues and administer first aid.
Must possess a demonstrated level of ability and experience in areas of oral and written communications.
Ability to work with people and calm/deescalate tense situations when necessary.
Must be able to effectively prioritize daily work functions.
PHYSICAL MENTAL AND VISUAL SKILLS Good swimming skills are necessary.
Must have the ability and history of remaining calm and rational when confronted with stressful or volatile situations.
Must have a positive demeanor when in contact with the public.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Capability to lift and carry rescue equipment.
Physical fitness to perform water rescues and administer first aid.
Must possess a demonstrated level of ability and experience in areas of oral and written communications.
Ability to work with people and calm/deescalate tense situations when necessary.
Must be able to effectively prioritize daily work functions.
PHYSICAL MENTAL AND VISUAL SKILLS Good swimming skills are necessary.
Must have the ability and history of remaining calm and rational when confronted with stressful or volatile situations.
Must have a positive demeanor when in contact with the public.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work environment is generally performed in an indoor and outdoor setting. Lifeguards will typically work afternoon hours and weekends. Occasionally hours will be extended to cover Parks and Recreation programs and rentals.
POST OFFER TESTING REQUIRED
POST OFFER TESTING REQUIRED
The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore successfully passing a post offer drug screen is required (random drug testing may be conducted after employment).
Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required.
POLICY STATEMENT
The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge skills and abilities and the physical mental and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties responsibilities and essential job functions.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and other duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by the Mayor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required.
POLICY STATEMENT
The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge skills and abilities and the physical mental and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties responsibilities and essential job functions.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and other duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by the Mayor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
