What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at Prairie Dunes Country Club?
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Each lifeguard is responsible for being familiar with the American Red Cross Lifeguard Manual as well as the Prairie Dunes Procedures and Policies/Pool Handbook.
- Vacuums pool bottom; empties automatic skimmer; skims bugs and other debris from surface to prepare pool for daily use, cleans & polishes rails & ladders, cleans pool decks.
- Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure their safety.
- Maintains amenities in and cleanliness of changing rooms, bathrooms and showers, stocks towels, cups & water
- Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by the Pool Supervisor or Instructors.
- Enforces rules of conduct.
- Helps to provide individual and group swim lessons as requested.
- Checks first aid supplies and reports needed items to Pool Supervisor.
- Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics Emergency Action Plan as required.
- Maintains all necessary records determined by the Pool Supervisor.
- Attends all meetings as directed by the Pool Supervisor.
- Consistent reliable attendance; more attendance needed for big holidays.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be at least 16 years old and have current lifeguard certification within 30 days of hire date.
- Must have current CPR/First Aid, BLS or equivalent certification
- Must have a friendly and positive personality
- Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be dependable and have a strong work ethic
PHYSICAL DEMANDS – ABILITY TO:.
- Ability to stand, walk frequently; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- Ability to perform the duties of this job while exposed to outside weather conditions.
