What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard - Seasonal position at Town of Windsor (CO)?
JOB
Hiring Range: The base/starting wage for this position is $15.96 per hour, which increases based on years of service/experience.Work Schedule: Shifts vary, must be able to work a variety of shifts including early mornings, weekends, midday, and evening shifts.NATURE OF WORKAs a member of the Aquatics Division, this position is responsible for overall safety and conduct of the patrons using the pool and enforcement of the governing policies, rules and regulations in the pool area. Lifeguards may work at either the indoor or outdoor pool. The outdoor pool is typically open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. This position requires work throughout the week as well as evenings and weekends. This temporary employment may be scheduled through the year on a full-time basis depending on the needs of the Town, but will not exceed six months in length (or 1,040 hours, whichever comes first). Please note that Town employees (including seasonal employees) may only be employed in one classification at any one given time Individuals in this position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the Town’s PRIDE philosophy and the Town’s Equal Opportunity Employment policy.SUPERVISION RECEIVEDLifeguards work under the direct supervision and/or leadership of the Head Guard, Pool Manager, or Recreation Coordinator - Aquatics to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances. SUPERVISION/LEADERSHIP EXERCISED No supervisory responsibilities or control exercised.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSThe Lifeguard is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles and requirements as determined by the town, department, division, and pursuant to laws, regulation and practices. Incumbents in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive: Monitors activities and directs scanning of the swimming pool and adjacent areas to prevent injuries, accidents, or drownings; maintains order. Rescues swimmers in distress and/or danger of drowning within 30 seconds of recognizing distress and administers appropriate response. Assures the maximum safety of pool patrons. Performs regular safety inspections of pools and equipment to reduce hazards and to provide maximum safety to the patrons. Attempts to modify dangerous guest behaviors and enforce all pool rules and regulations by strongly and quickly addressing behaviors to guests of all ages and/or guardians of underage guests.Administers emergency care (Basic Life Support/CPR/AED) and first aid treatment as necessary.Effectively handles complaints and disciplinary problems involving patrons of the pool. Must consistently attend scheduled in-service trainings to maintain a working knowledge of current lifeguarding techniques and procedures related to rescue of drowning swimmers including rescue skills, Basic Life Support (CPR/AED Skills), and basic First Aid.Effectively demonstrates the lifeguard deck rotational system for monitoring the pools and all other pool deck operations. When not performing lifeguard skills, will perform maintenance and cleaning duties to keep aquatic facilities healthy and enjoyable.Operate and maintain the pool equipment; conduct daily walk-through of facility to ensure appropriate appearance and clean of debris; document needed repairs and maintenance. Assists in facilitating emergency action procedures for the aquatic and facility areasDemonstrates safe work habits with awareness of co-worker and public safety.Handles various reports and records such as chemical logs, incident reports, and equipment safety checks.Assists other aquatic staff members as needed.Ensures safety regulations and procedures are adhered to.Performs related work as required and assigned.Utilize When2Work to access schedule and request time off.OTHER DUTIESDepending on organizational need, additional duties may include the following: Performs research as directed, such as discovering new technology or tools, market research, etc.Performs related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the Town.Assists other Town departments/divisions, as necessary.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to swim, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Hearing and visual acuity must be sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee would encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Work environment may consist of a normal office environment with moderate levels of noise. Contact with the public, coworkers, managers, supervisors and others where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged, gathered or presented is a daily requirement. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Lifeguards may be exposed to potential hazards including toxic or caustic chemicals and may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Physical demands are described as heavy (exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally in tandem, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects). Ability to climb ladder.Safety Sensitive: This position is not considered safety sensitive because the incumbent does not operate a commercial motor vehicle, as a regular function of his/her daily job duties.Note: This position description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all the requirements, duties, tasks, roles or responsibilities associated with the position. Nothing in this position description restricts the town’s ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.The Town of Windsor will make all reasonable accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity in employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
Hiring Range: The base/starting wage for this position is $15.96 per hour, which increases based on years of service/experience.Work Schedule: Shifts vary, must be able to work a variety of shifts including early mornings, weekends, midday, and evening shifts.NATURE OF WORKAs a member of the Aquatics Division, this position is responsible for overall safety and conduct of the patrons using the pool and enforcement of the governing policies, rules and regulations in the pool area. Lifeguards may work at either the indoor or outdoor pool. The outdoor pool is typically open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. This position requires work throughout the week as well as evenings and weekends. This temporary employment may be scheduled through the year on a full-time basis depending on the needs of the Town, but will not exceed six months in length (or 1,040 hours, whichever comes first). Please note that Town employees (including seasonal employees) may only be employed in one classification at any one given time Individuals in this position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the Town’s PRIDE philosophy and the Town’s Equal Opportunity Employment policy.SUPERVISION RECEIVEDLifeguards work under the direct supervision and/or leadership of the Head Guard, Pool Manager, or Recreation Coordinator - Aquatics to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances. SUPERVISION/LEADERSHIP EXERCISED No supervisory responsibilities or control exercised.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSThe Lifeguard is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles and requirements as determined by the town, department, division, and pursuant to laws, regulation and practices. Incumbents in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive: Monitors activities and directs scanning of the swimming pool and adjacent areas to prevent injuries, accidents, or drownings; maintains order. Rescues swimmers in distress and/or danger of drowning within 30 seconds of recognizing distress and administers appropriate response. Assures the maximum safety of pool patrons. Performs regular safety inspections of pools and equipment to reduce hazards and to provide maximum safety to the patrons. Attempts to modify dangerous guest behaviors and enforce all pool rules and regulations by strongly and quickly addressing behaviors to guests of all ages and/or guardians of underage guests.Administers emergency care (Basic Life Support/CPR/AED) and first aid treatment as necessary.Effectively handles complaints and disciplinary problems involving patrons of the pool. Must consistently attend scheduled in-service trainings to maintain a working knowledge of current lifeguarding techniques and procedures related to rescue of drowning swimmers including rescue skills, Basic Life Support (CPR/AED Skills), and basic First Aid.Effectively demonstrates the lifeguard deck rotational system for monitoring the pools and all other pool deck operations. When not performing lifeguard skills, will perform maintenance and cleaning duties to keep aquatic facilities healthy and enjoyable.Operate and maintain the pool equipment; conduct daily walk-through of facility to ensure appropriate appearance and clean of debris; document needed repairs and maintenance. Assists in facilitating emergency action procedures for the aquatic and facility areasDemonstrates safe work habits with awareness of co-worker and public safety.Handles various reports and records such as chemical logs, incident reports, and equipment safety checks.Assists other aquatic staff members as needed.Ensures safety regulations and procedures are adhered to.Performs related work as required and assigned.Utilize When2Work to access schedule and request time off.OTHER DUTIESDepending on organizational need, additional duties may include the following: Performs research as directed, such as discovering new technology or tools, market research, etc.Performs related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the Town.Assists other Town departments/divisions, as necessary.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to swim, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Hearing and visual acuity must be sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee would encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Work environment may consist of a normal office environment with moderate levels of noise. Contact with the public, coworkers, managers, supervisors and others where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged, gathered or presented is a daily requirement. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Lifeguards may be exposed to potential hazards including toxic or caustic chemicals and may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Physical demands are described as heavy (exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally in tandem, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects). Ability to climb ladder.Safety Sensitive: This position is not considered safety sensitive because the incumbent does not operate a commercial motor vehicle, as a regular function of his/her daily job duties.Note: This position description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all the requirements, duties, tasks, roles or responsibilities associated with the position. Nothing in this position description restricts the town’s ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.The Town of Windsor will make all reasonable accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity in employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
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