Lifeguard

***EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – Women and Minority Applicants are encouraged to apply***

The Department of Parks, Recreation, and Youth Programs seeks qualified applicants for a Lifeguard.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work involves responsibility for safeguarding the lives and wellbeing of all patrons of a municipal swimming pool or natural water facility. Under direct supervision, an employee in this class is responsible for the safety of all patrons while they are using the swimming facility, whether in the water or on the deck or beach. Duties are performed with strict adherence to established safety rules and regulations. Laxity or poor judgment can result in personal injury or loss of life. Therefore, the consequence of error must be the greatest consideration of a Lifeguard while on duty. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Provides close supervision over all swimmers while on duty in assigned lifeguard chair or while on foot patrol of deck or beach.

Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning.

Administers artificial respiration, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, or first aid as indicated.

Teaches swimming, assists at swimming meets, and other aquatic programs scheduled at the facility.

Patrols deck or beach, inspecting areas for cleanliness and safety hazards.

Keeps order and enforces rules and regulations when patrons fail to observe them.

Inspects assigned lifeguarding and first aid equipment daily.

Sweeps and disinfects pool deck or rakes beach, removing cans, glass, bottles, and litter.

Checks daily schedule for rotation duty in the chair and remain at assigned post until relieved.

Participates in weekly drills conducted by the facility manager.

Assists in the preparation of reports about serious injury or illness incidents occurring at a swimming pool or bathing facility.

During inclement weather, may, as assigned, assist park maintenance crews in simple park maintenance such as lawn mowing, grounds trimming, picking up litter, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning lavatories and water closets, refilling paper towel and tissue dispensers, and simple maintenance and repair of beach equipment such as first aid boxes, lifeguarding buoys, poles, paddleboards and boats, and beach signs.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of water rescue methods, first aid techniques, and resuscitation (CPR).

Good knowledge of rules and regulations as they apply to public swimming areas.

Working knowledge of pool or swimming area operation and maintenance.

Skill in swimming, lifeguarding, and administering first aid.

Ability to recognize an emergency situation and to take immediate, effective action.

Ability to identify potentially dangerous situations and prevent them from arising.

Ability to provide swimming instruction when duties involve teaching.

Ability to coach various teams (swimming or diving) using the facility, when assigned.

Ability to enforce facility rules and regulations with firmness and tact.

Physical strength, agility, and mental alertness to perform as a Lifeguard.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Possession of a current Lifeguard Training Certificate from the American National Red Cross or equivalent certificate from the YMCA or other certifying agency;

and,

B. Possession of a current CPR for Professional Rescuer Certificate from the American National Red Cross or other equivalent certifying agency on the basis of standards approved by the New York State Commissioner of Health.

Potential Work Locations Include:

Valley Pool, Burnet Pool, Thornden Pool, Onondaga Pool, Schiller Pool, Kirk Pool, McKinley Pool, Lincoln Pool, Wilson Pool, Huntington Pool.

SPECIAL NECESSARY REQUIREMENT

When assigned to teach swimming:

Possession of the American National Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate or equivalent certificate from the YMCA or other certifying agency.

When assigned to a natural water facility:

Possession of the American Red Cross Water Front Lifeguarding Certificate.

The Affirmative Action Policy of the City of Syracuse is to provide equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, age (18 and over), marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, sexual or affectional preference or orientation, or any other classified group within the protected class. If you have a disability for which you wish special accommodation to be made, contact the Department of Personnel at One Park Place, 300 S. State St., 7th FL at 315-448-8780 or (Personnel @ syr.gov).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.54 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• CPR for Professional Rescuer Certificate (Required)
• Lifeguard Training Certificate (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $19