Lifeguard

Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies in and around the pool.

Location: Cary Street Gym & MCV Recreation Center
Supervisor: Amanda Simmons
Starting Pay Rate: $12/hour (School Year), $14/hour (Summer only)

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
• Monitor activities of pool patrons
• Understand and enforce all pool and facility policies and procedures
• Observe the conduct of patrons and communicate openly with patrons/staff in a friendly manner
• Recognize emergencies and respond effectively
• Inspect the facility on a daily basis and report any unsafe conditions or equipment
• Inspect pool deck throughout the day for cleanliness
• Arrive on time to all shifts; find a sub to work shift if a planned absence is necessary
• Have a flexible work schedule and provide up to date and accurate availability as requested
• Test pool and spa water chemistry
• Count pool users and class participants
• Complete any Risk Management reports immediately
• Complete all cleaning duties as assigned
• Attend monthly in-service training and other meetings as required
• Work as a team with other lifeguards, aquatics staff and facilities staff.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Aquatics & Safety Coordinator or Graduate Administrator for Aquatics

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to recognize and respond to emergencies and utilize proper technique
• Customer service
• Decision making
• Ability to follow instructions
• Maturity
• Professionalism

Required Certification:
• Current Certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer with First Aid
Requirements/Eligibility:
• Thorough knowledge and application of lifeguard and rescue techniques, patron surveillance, emergency preparation and response, and spinal management