What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard (2025 Season-Temporary) position at City of Kingsport?
JOB
Performs responsible pool duties ensuring the safety of patrons in the pool and pool deck area, provides customer service, and performs general maintenance tasks. Work schedule will include early mornings, nights, weekends and on call for special events and/or emergencies. Working Conditions: Indoor and outdoorIrregular work shifts- weekday, evenings, weekends, and holidays.*(If selected for a lifeguard position, employment will be setup with a temporary staffing agency the City is under contract with for 2025).*City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe job duties listed are the general job duties and responsibilities for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Tier 1 Base Entry Level: Mans a lifeguard station in order to maintain the safety of all patronsMonitors activities at the pool to prevent accidentsPractices preventative lifeguard measures and performs water rescuesAdministers First Aid/ CPR/ AED as necessaryCautions swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforces and adheres to pool rules and regulationsFollows emergency action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency Maintains order in the pool and adjoining areasInspects facilities for cleanliness; completes general pool cleaning and maintenance dutiesAssists in the supervision of special activities and pool parties.Assists aquatic patrons with various needs pertaining to the pool areasAttends all training and in-services as requiredMust have ARC certificationMaintain a professional and personable demeanor while working with participants, staff, and visitorsPerforms other related duties as assignedTier 2:All Tier I DutiesExperience lifeguarding for 1 full year or 2 full summers with ARC certificationAble to work independently of direct supervisionAssist with shadowing new employees in their respective job descriptionTier 3:Tier II duties and additional responsibilities associated with job descriptionHas at least 1 additional certification (i.e. LGI, AAA/ISMA, or aquatic related) and actively use the certification for the facilityAssist with in-services and additional team training
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Must be a minimum age of 15 and have a current Red Cross Certification in Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED and First Aid; or must be able to obtain certification for continued employment.
Performs responsible pool duties ensuring the safety of patrons in the pool and pool deck area, provides customer service, and performs general maintenance tasks. Work schedule will include early mornings, nights, weekends and on call for special events and/or emergencies. Working Conditions: Indoor and outdoorIrregular work shifts- weekday, evenings, weekends, and holidays.*(If selected for a lifeguard position, employment will be setup with a temporary staffing agency the City is under contract with for 2025).*City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe job duties listed are the general job duties and responsibilities for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Tier 1 Base Entry Level: Mans a lifeguard station in order to maintain the safety of all patronsMonitors activities at the pool to prevent accidentsPractices preventative lifeguard measures and performs water rescuesAdministers First Aid/ CPR/ AED as necessaryCautions swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforces and adheres to pool rules and regulationsFollows emergency action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency Maintains order in the pool and adjoining areasInspects facilities for cleanliness; completes general pool cleaning and maintenance dutiesAssists in the supervision of special activities and pool parties.Assists aquatic patrons with various needs pertaining to the pool areasAttends all training and in-services as requiredMust have ARC certificationMaintain a professional and personable demeanor while working with participants, staff, and visitorsPerforms other related duties as assignedTier 2:All Tier I DutiesExperience lifeguarding for 1 full year or 2 full summers with ARC certificationAble to work independently of direct supervisionAssist with shadowing new employees in their respective job descriptionTier 3:Tier II duties and additional responsibilities associated with job descriptionHas at least 1 additional certification (i.e. LGI, AAA/ISMA, or aquatic related) and actively use the certification for the facilityAssist with in-services and additional team training
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Must be a minimum age of 15 and have a current Red Cross Certification in Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED and First Aid; or must be able to obtain certification for continued employment.
