What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard- Seasonal position at City of Janesville Wisconsin?
JOB
CITY OF JANESVILLE DIVERSITY STATEMENT: The residents of Janesville choose this community, not just as a place to live, but as a place to realize life’s opportunities. We strive to sustain a community culture where differences are recognized, understood, and appreciated. As such, the City of Janesville recognizes the importance of developing an environment where diversity is not merely accepted but embraced and celebrated. As public servants, we believe everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. To this end, we will diligently recruit and retain the most talented employees in an environment that fosters maximizing one’s potential. Therefore, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to consider employment with the City of Janesville and serve the residents of “Wisconsin’s Park Place”.OBJECTIVE: Under general supervision and guidance of the Head Lifeguard/Aquatics Supervisor and or Aquatics Supervisor on duty and with the guidance of the Recreation Programmer, Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of pool patrons through effective pool surveillance, scanning, rule enforcement and responding to emergencies.RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to: Aquatics Supervisor and/or Head Lifeguard/Aquatics Supervisor; Recreation ProgrammerWorks with seasonal employees on a regular basis and communicates with other division employees, professional staff, pool patrons, and the public.Individual will work at both Rockport and Palmer Pools. Supervises: Has no regular supervisory duties.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by the incumbent. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Maintains a presence with proper guard apparel and equipment.Provides for safety of the public by maintaining an alert and ready position while actively scanning and is prepared to act in an emergency.Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in identified zones.Understands and able to demonstrate proper water safety principles.Provides the correct emergency response care and treatment.Follows proper guard rotation procedures. Ensures rule enforcement in a polite, firm, and consistent manner.Follows and enforces the policies and procedures outlined in the Aquatics Manual. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the facility’s Emergency Action Plan.Evaluates swimmer competency during daily deep-water tests and records status.Attends and participates in all mandatory staff and facility trainings. Completes all daily and assigned cleaning tasks. Follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures; reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor; reports all accidents to the supervisor immediately whenever possible; follows recognized safe work practices.Performs other special projects and other job duties as assigned or required during regular and non-business hours.All employees may be assigned by the City Manager or their designee to perform duties and assume responsibilities that are outside the scope of their work duties when the City Manager has declared a City disaster or the City Emergency Operations Center has been initiated.OTHER DUTIES: Report issues to Head Guard/Supervisor and or Aquatics Supervisor (on duty) and assists in writing Problem Reports.Log appropriate training and in-service hours. Perform a daily facility safety check and reports any hazards or issues to Head Guard/Aquatics Supervisor on duty.Assist with maintenance, cleaning and general care of facility, pool deck, locker rooms and equipment.Ensure safety protocols are followed.Assists with pool activities and concession stand when needed.May be required to teach swimming lessons upon receiving in-house training.Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Equipment used includes, but not limited to whistle, rescue tube, backboard, AED, first aid/CPR supplies.WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL FACTORS: The physical demands described here 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 the essential functions.Must have the physical ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.Work will take place in an outdoor environment and varying types of weather, including possibility of high heat and humidity and cold air and chilly water. Working conditions involve occasional exposure to dirt, dust, and moisture.Perform various activities, which may include, but not limited to: Semi-reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, bending, twisting, turning, and lying on stomach and/or back. Must be able to sit or stand and move for long periods of time.See and observe all sections of an assigned area of responsibility. DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position, or is responsive to the needs of the City of Janesville. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.The City of Janesville, Wisconsin, is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
CITY OF JANESVILLE DIVERSITY STATEMENT: The residents of Janesville choose this community, not just as a place to live, but as a place to realize life’s opportunities. We strive to sustain a community culture where differences are recognized, understood, and appreciated. As such, the City of Janesville recognizes the importance of developing an environment where diversity is not merely accepted but embraced and celebrated. As public servants, we believe everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. To this end, we will diligently recruit and retain the most talented employees in an environment that fosters maximizing one’s potential. Therefore, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to consider employment with the City of Janesville and serve the residents of “Wisconsin’s Park Place”.OBJECTIVE: Under general supervision and guidance of the Head Lifeguard/Aquatics Supervisor and or Aquatics Supervisor on duty and with the guidance of the Recreation Programmer, Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of pool patrons through effective pool surveillance, scanning, rule enforcement and responding to emergencies.RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to: Aquatics Supervisor and/or Head Lifeguard/Aquatics Supervisor; Recreation ProgrammerWorks with seasonal employees on a regular basis and communicates with other division employees, professional staff, pool patrons, and the public.Individual will work at both Rockport and Palmer Pools. Supervises: Has no regular supervisory duties.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by the incumbent. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Maintains a presence with proper guard apparel and equipment.Provides for safety of the public by maintaining an alert and ready position while actively scanning and is prepared to act in an emergency.Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in identified zones.Understands and able to demonstrate proper water safety principles.Provides the correct emergency response care and treatment.Follows proper guard rotation procedures. Ensures rule enforcement in a polite, firm, and consistent manner.Follows and enforces the policies and procedures outlined in the Aquatics Manual. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the facility’s Emergency Action Plan.Evaluates swimmer competency during daily deep-water tests and records status.Attends and participates in all mandatory staff and facility trainings. Completes all daily and assigned cleaning tasks. Follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures; reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor; reports all accidents to the supervisor immediately whenever possible; follows recognized safe work practices.Performs other special projects and other job duties as assigned or required during regular and non-business hours.All employees may be assigned by the City Manager or their designee to perform duties and assume responsibilities that are outside the scope of their work duties when the City Manager has declared a City disaster or the City Emergency Operations Center has been initiated.OTHER DUTIES: Report issues to Head Guard/Supervisor and or Aquatics Supervisor (on duty) and assists in writing Problem Reports.Log appropriate training and in-service hours. Perform a daily facility safety check and reports any hazards or issues to Head Guard/Aquatics Supervisor on duty.Assist with maintenance, cleaning and general care of facility, pool deck, locker rooms and equipment.Ensure safety protocols are followed.Assists with pool activities and concession stand when needed.May be required to teach swimming lessons upon receiving in-house training.Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Equipment used includes, but not limited to whistle, rescue tube, backboard, AED, first aid/CPR supplies.WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL FACTORS: The physical demands described here 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 the essential functions.Must have the physical ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.Work will take place in an outdoor environment and varying types of weather, including possibility of high heat and humidity and cold air and chilly water. Working conditions involve occasional exposure to dirt, dust, and moisture.Perform various activities, which may include, but not limited to: Semi-reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, bending, twisting, turning, and lying on stomach and/or back. Must be able to sit or stand and move for long periods of time.See and observe all sections of an assigned area of responsibility. DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position, or is responsive to the needs of the City of Janesville. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.The City of Janesville, Wisconsin, is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
