Lifeguard- Potterfield Pool

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum age of 15.

· Certifications: CPR for Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens.

· Current American Red Cross Lifeguard.

· Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.

· Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

· Must be available on days, evenings, and weekends. Must be available to work a minimum of two weekends per month.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.

· Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required. (including incident reports).

· Maintains effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.

· Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Performs chemical testing. Maintains accurate records as required by the Health Department code.

· Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.

· Check the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving and closing.

· No cellphones, smart watches, earbuds, or other smart devices are permitted during shifts.

· Attending all staff meetings, Mandatory in-service training, and completing Redwood’s training.

· Able to administer swim test to patrons to determine level of swimming.

· Customer Service

· Attendance: Adhere to procedures for (clocking on time, late, call off)

· Paycom: adhere to the 7-minute rule on clock in and clock out

· Effective Communication with participants and your supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the aquatic area. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.

· Meet strength and lifting requirements.

· See and observe all sections of and assigned zone or area of responsibility.

· Swim 1200 yds a month.

· Able to retrieve the Brick off the bottom of the pool assigned to.

· No cell phones/smart watches (IOS or Android) are permitted during lifeguard shifts.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15