What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Lifeguard position at City of Manitowoc?
- Lifeguard
- This position is expected to work 20-40 hours per week during the Aquatic Center season. Working hours for this position will be scheduled on days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility.
This position reports to the Aquatic Center Supervisors and Aquatic Center Program Coordinator
Supervises the activities of patrons by enforcing rules and regulations.
Warns patrons of improper activities or hazards and acts accordingly to prevent accidents.
Rescues persons in distress or in danger of drowning when indicated and provide rescue breathing, CPR and First Aid.
Notifies Supervisor of any accidents, rescues or problems that have arisen.
Reports to Supervisor any equipment that is in need of repair.
Adheres to rules and regulations, encompassing communication, working relations, job reliability and initiative, safety, accomplishment of work tasks, and supervision.
Adheres to all American Red Cross protocols.
Attends and contributes at in-service training sessions and meetings.
Education: No specific education requirements
Experience: No specific experience requirements
Certifications/Licenses: Red Cross Certified Lifeguard or equivalent; Standard First Aid Certification; CPR for the Professional Rescuer
Other Requirements: Must be at least 15 years of age
This position must possess the ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations making proper judgments as to the correct course of action; work from broad direction with limited supervision; perform general lifeguard duties and pool maintenance tasks; rescue swimmers in danger of drowning regardless of the situation and even if possible drowning victim resists rescue efforts; work hours as scheduled; enforce safety and health regulations; focus attention on tasks, which may be routine, or repetitive, without losing concentration or becoming distracted by external activities; and adapt to interruptions, equipment failures, unusual demands or changing priorities. This position must also possess the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and procedures; maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public; communicate effectively with patrons and staff; and read and interpret policy manuals established for the work environment.
Salary : $13 - $15
