What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard Captain position at City of Cleveland?
Lifeguard Captain
Under immediate supervision, performs lifeguard duties at a municipal beach or swimming pool. Teaches beginning and advanced swimming instruction. Monitors swimmers. Provides emergency assistance when needed. Cleans and maintains the pool and pool area which includes the filtration system. Transports youth and adults. Performs related duties as required. TYPICAL TASKS: Assists in the patrolling and supervising of swimming activities at public pools and beaches. Rescues persons who are in danger of drowning. Acts as general lookout at assigned stations. Administers first aid to persons in emergency situations arising under a lifeguard's jurisdiction. Patrols unguarded beach areas. Checks on violations of beach regulations. Administers certain responsible disciplinary measures designed to enforce rules and regulations. Conducts group and individual swimming lessons. Assists in conducting swimming meets and special aquatic programs. Removes debris and other physical hazards from beach and swimming areas. Ropes off swimming areas. Posts storm warnings to swimmers. Attends institutes, special lectures, and staff meetings. Reports accidents. Makes reports and keeps records when necessary. Supervises, maintains, and uses life saving equipment. Assists in finding, restoring or reporting lost articles. Deals with large numbers of people and the problems arising at beaches and pools. Performs such other tasks as may be assigned.A High School Diploma or GED is required. The equivalent of two summers of experience in outdoor and indoor pools in a municipal setting is required. Must possess current certifications for American Red Cross Lifeguarding Training and First Aid as well as CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Must have a valid Government ID - State of Ohio Driver's License or State ID. (The Diploma or GED as well as the Driver's License are not required for those persons under the age of 18 who are hired as Seasonal Lifeguards.)Duties:- Ensure the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies in variety of settings.
- Administer First Aid/CPR/AED in cases of emergency.
- Adhere to aquatic as well as City of Cleveland rules and regulations as related to the functional areas of Responsibility.
- Inspects aquatic area(s) in order to ensure appropriate levels of cleanliness are observed.
- Maintain and review a variety of aquatic records, reports, and statistics weekly.
- Supervise and coordinate all aquatic lifeguard staff.
- Perform all required duties in a timely manner.
- Responsible for maintenance of pool filtration system and cleaning as applicable.
- Prepare in-service training for lifeguard staff of Red Cross skill requirements.
- Responsible maintaining proper levels of pool water chemistry.
- Assist with closing and opening procedure at pool facilities.
- Work hours are Monday – Friday (indoor)/Wednesday-Sunday (outdoor)
- Maintain current certification for Lifeguarding/CPR/First Aid/AED
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.
Salary : $15 - $23
