What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at County of Roanoke Virginia?
Performs responsible work observing and controlling the proper use of aquatic facilities. Follows all protocols established by Ellis & Associates. Ensures a safe aquatic facility while providing a high level of customer service. Ensures that all standards and policies are followed. Ensures State and local health department regulations are met. Perform related work, as required.
Shift Hours and/or Days Worked: Days, nights, weekends
Hours Required for this position: 20 or less per week
Shift Hours and/or Days Worked: Days, nights, weekends
Hours Required for this position: 20 or less per week
- Follows and enforces E&A Lifeguarding protocols.
- Responds to customer requests.
- Administers swim tests.
- Tests pool chemicals and maintains water chemistry.
- Ensures facility is clean.
- Maintain a safe and secure area by maintaining and enforcing facility rules, policies, and procedures.
- Fills out hourly and bi hourly pool maintenance checklists and sheets.
- Serves as Head Lifeguard during the absence of the Head Lifeguard.
- Attends monthly staff meetings and in-service trainings.
- Remains current with required certifications and Ellis lifeguarding license.
| Education | Required: Possess an Ellis and Associates lifeguarding license (Licensing course is available at Green Ridge Recreation Center) |
| Experience | Preferred: One year or more of lifeguarding experience |
| Certifications/ Licenses | Required: Ellis and Associates lifeguarding license |
| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
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| Additional Requirements | Must be age sixteen (16) or older. Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Good physical condition. Following a conditional offer of employment, must pass a post offer physical examination or test. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and some holidays. |
| Supervisory Responsibilities | None |
| OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMAND | |
| Heavy | Lift and/or exert force up to 50 lbs. frequently, 10 lbs continuously, or insignificant amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Able to swim 200 yards, tread water for 2 minutes without use of hands, and must be able to retrieve a brick from a depth of 14 feet of water. |
| PHYSICAL DEMANDS | ||||
| C = Continuously 5.5 to 8 hours daily | F = Frequently 2.5 to 5.5 hours daily | O = Occasionally Up to 2.5 hours daily | R = Rarely Less than 1 hour per week | N = Never Never occurs |
| Code | Physical Demand | Code | Physical Demand | |
| C | Standing | C | Sitting | |
| C | Walking | C | Lifting | |
| F | Carrying | O | Pushing/Pulling | |
| F | Reaching | O | Handling | |
| O | Fine Dexterity | O | Kneeling | |
| C | Crouching | O | Crawling | |
| C | Bending | O | Twisting | |
| O | Climbing | O | Balancing | |
| C | Vision (Appropriate Correction Required) | C | Hearing | |
| C | Talking | O | Foot Controls (driving, operation of equip, etc.) |
| ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS | |||||
| D = Daily | W = Several Times Per Week | M = Several Times Per Month | S = Seasonally | R - Rarely | N = Never |
| Code | Health and Safety | Code | Environmental Factors | ||
| M | Mechanical Hazards | S | Dirt and Dust | ||
| D | Chemical Hazards | D | Extreme Temperatures | ||
| D | Electrical Hazards | D | Noise and Vibration | ||
| R | Fire Hazards | D | Fumes and Odors | ||
| N | Explosives | D | Wetness/Humidity | ||
| D | Communicable Diseases | R | Darkness or Poor Lighting | ||
| R | Physical Danger or Abuse | D | Other (specify) Underwater Pressure |
| PRIMARY WORK LOCATION |
| Indoor and Outdoor Pool, Pump Room, Pool Chemical Rooms. |
| MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, WORK AIDS |
| Computers, telephones, office equipment, recreational, fitness and aquatic equipment. |
| PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED |
| As applicable to activities involved. |
Salary : $14
