Lifeguard

Lifeguards are responsible for the supervision of a waterfront and pool areas during periods of operation. Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring patron service and safety both in and out of the water, for providing emergency care when needed and for monitoring and controlling patron activities at swimming sites.

Reports to and works under the supervision of the Aquatics Director and Assistant Aquatics Director.

Examples of Work (Illustrative):

Responsible for monitoring water areas (pool and beaches) during hours of operation for participant safety, continually observing patrons both in and out of the water.

· Responsible for enforcement of Recreation department rules and policies for the benefit of all participants, reporting infractions occurring in assigned pool or beach area to the Aquatics Director or the Department Director.

· Provides superior customer service by treating all patrons with respect and dignity.

· Maintains daily statistics, recording the number of patrons on site as well as the weather conditions of the location.

· Respects and maintains the high confidentiality of medical information related to participants.

· Inspects site areas to ensure that the beach or pool area is clean, as well as bathrooms, locker rooms, bath houses, etc., assisting with cleaning as needed.

· Monitors pool temperatures and chlorine/ph. levels to ensure compliance with state standards.

· Maintains a professional demeanor and attitude at all times, demonstrating appropriate work ethic and the importance of customer service.

· Attends scheduled staff meetings and participates in all assigned in-service training.

· In the event of an emergency, takes appropriate action, calls 911 and contacts the Aquatics Director immediately. Administers first aid and/or CPR when necessary and completes required reports in a timely manner.

· Assists Aquatics Director as needed and performs other duties as assigned.

Working knowledge of the principles and practices of providing for the safety of swimmers and other patrons in a waterfront or pool area.

Working knowledge of and skill in the use of life-saving equipment.

Skill in verbal communications and in understanding and explaining directions and rules.

Ability to work with employees and participants of varying ages and backgrounds, utilizing sound judgment and mature decision making.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality as needed and in accordance with federal and state law, particularly in understanding and disseminating highly confidential medical information.

Ability to report to work in a timely, dependable manner, to work responsibly without supervision and to work weekends as required by the position.

Ability to maintain composure and to make effective, quick decisions in responding to emergency situations.

Ability to establish effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, and program participants and to deal with issues using sound judgment, courtesy and tact.

Must be at least 15 years of age. Experience with programs in a pool setting and some experience working with children; instructional experience with children a plus. Must possess certifications in ARC Lifeguarding, (including CPR for adult, child, infant and pocket mask) and First Aid and some experience in a leadership role with programs involving a diverse population that includes children and teenagers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to lift a person off the bottom and out of the water.
• Perform all skills required for Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED certifications.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time in outside air temperatures and conditions.
• Comfortable in the water.
• While performing duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to handle, or feel; reach with arms and hands. Employee must be able to talk, taste, smell and see (both near and far).
• Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch.
• Outdoor weather conditions with little to no temperature control, is routinely exposed to the sun, may be exposed to extreme heat, cold, wind and rain; works on uneven and/or slippery surfaces and is periodically exposed to hazardous conditions/situation.
• Must wear appropriate clothing (staff shirt and one-piece suit) and wear sneakers and/or appropriate safety footwear.

The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to moderately loud due to children at play.

Job Types: Seasonal, Temporary

Pay: $17.66 - $19.23 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Ability to Commute:

• New London, CT 06320 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New London, CT 06320: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19