What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at Town of Chapel Hill?
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Lifeguard- Aquatics Division
PAY: $15.85 per hour
What We’re Looking For
Chapel Hill Aquatics is looking for individuals who want to serve the community, and work together as a team to build a workplace where people thrive. We value individuals who are responsible, professional, and safety conscious and are looking to grow as individuals and part of a team.
What You’ll Do At Work
Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.
Monitor activities in swimming areas to enforce rules, prevent accidents, and provide assistance to patrons.
Perform lifesaving rescues, first aid, and CPR as necessary.
Inspect the pool, pool area, equipment, and supplies and report problems.
Assist in the maintenance and cleanliness for the pool facilities and surrounding areas.
Provide outstanding customer service to a diverse group of individuals.
Attend monthly in-service trainings and maintain swimming fitness.
Other related tasks as assigned.
Where You’ll Work
The work is typically performed at an indoor or outdoor pool facility.
Physical Demands
The work requires intermittent sitting, standing or stooping and the ability to maintain focus for up to 60 minutes at a time. The employee uses equipment that requires a high degree of dexterity and medium strength. The employee is required to lift a minimum of 10 pounds regularly.
What You’ll Take Away from Your Experience Working as a Lifeguard
- Develop work ethic, empathy, patience, and awareness.
- Interpersonal and Leadership skills.
- Improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- An American Red Cross Lifeguard with CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
- Access to Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation facilities: Chapel Hill Community Center, Northside Gym, and the Homestead Aquatics Centers; includes Basketball, Volleyball, Rock Climbing, and Swimming during drop-in hours.
- Memories and friendships that will last a lifetime!
You Should Apply if You (minimum requirements)
Are at least 15 years of age or older.
An equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job
Knowledge Of:
- First Aid and CPR
- Basic Lifesaving Skills
- Proper usage of emergency water safety equipment such as backboards and rescue tubes
- Basic pool chemicals and water testing procedures
- Relevant town codes and department rules and regulations
Ability to:
- Swim 300 yards, tread water for 2 minutes without use of arms, and retrieve brick from 9' depth
- Complete fitness swim every two weeks
- Attend monthly in-service trainings, be rescue ready and stay current with all certifications
- Read, write and perform mathematical calculations
- Read, write, speak and understand English
- Supervisory Responsibilities
- With advanced experience, position may require direction of other temporary employees.
Current certification in Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid by the American Red Cross.
This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Salary : $16
