JOB
The City of Coronado is accepting applications for Pool Lifeguard IThe mission of Coronado Recreation and Golf Services is to promote community, health, and safety while building a culture of excellence. Recreation and Golf Services offer a wide variety of programs and services for all ages and throughout the community. Our staff strives to provide excellent customer service while enhancing the health and fitness of all guests who use our facilities.*The City of Coronado will cover the costs of training for employees to obtain and maintain the required certifications for the Pool Lifeguard I position.This is a part-time, temporary (not to exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year) position that does not include benefits.Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Under general supervision, to ensure the safety of swimmers and enforce regulations; to observe and supervise the activities of patrons in the pool and surrounding area; to protect life, prevent accidents and rescue swimmers in emergency situations; to prepare lesson plans and assist or conduct instructional swimming or water safety classes for children and adults; to assist in the maintenance of facilities and equipment; and to perform a variety of tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. May lead the work of subordinate lifeguards. The following tasks are typical for positions in these classifications. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.Pool Lifeguard I: 1. Observe and supervise activities of swimmers in the pool and the surrounding area; ensure safety of area; enforce applicable pool rules and regulations.2. Rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning; provide emergency care as necessary including but not limited to first aid and CPR.3. Participate in facilities clean-up and maintenance; test and monitor water chemistry and temperature; inspect pool facilities and report any unsafe conditions.4. Respond to questions and inquiries from the public regarding pool regulations, use of facilities and various aquatic programs offered.5. Maintain records, reports and logs.6. Open and close pool and related facilities.7. Assist in preparing for special events and competitions.8. May assist in providing swimming instruction.9. Attend in-service trainings.10. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.To view the full job description, click the following link: Pool Lifeguard I
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The physical demands herein 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 these essential job functions. Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner with minimal direction. Mobility: Incumbents are required to perform emergency lifesaving functions and water rescues which include swimming; administering first aid, CPR and AED; lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, or other physical labor related to the maintenance of pool facilities. Vision: Vision sufficient to distinguish objects at a distance of no less than 100 yards and operate assigned equipment. Environment: Incumbents are required to work at an outdoor public pool and are exposed to inclement weather conditions or potentially hazardous chemicals; work in water. Other Factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends. Incumbents may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.