LIFEGUARD - CASUAL

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Community Services/Parks Recreation and Open Space
SUPERVISOR: Aquatic Coordinator

Position Summary:
Under general supervision of the Aquatic Coordinator or Lifeguard Supervisor, ensures the safety of patrons of an aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies and/or provides instruction in aquatic programs. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.

Lifeguard Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (exception for full time high school students).
• Must be at least sixteen years of age.
• Must be able to successfully swim a 100-yard crawl stroke non-stop, or breaststroke or a combination of both prior to commencing work.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment physical exam prior to commencing work.
• Must pass a competency water skill test every six months.
• Must successfully complete a thorough background investigation.
• If lifeguarding, must possess and maintain current American Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent. (Equivalent certifications may include: StarGuard, National Pool and Water Parks, YMCA or USLA certification).
• If lifeguarding, must possess or obtain within thirty days of employment, and must maintain American Red Cross Oxygen Administration, Bloodborne Pathogens, and AED certifications.
• If instructing, must possess current Water Safety Instructor certificate from the American Red Cross for swim instruction and/or Aquatic Exercise Association certificate for water exercise instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• If instructing, American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Training certification.