Head Lifeguard

Town of Oxford•Oxford, MA

1d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

This is a seasonal position, starting in June and ending in September, with approximately 30-40 hours per week. The Carbuncle beach head lifeguard works under the direct supervision of the OCC Director and/or Program Coordinator to safeguard all beach patrons from drowning and other accidents. The Head Lifeguard supervises the Lifeguard team, ensures safety through accident prevention, first aid, and rescue techniques as prescribed by basic lifeguarding techniques; is the on-site staff member responsible for blood and bodily fluid clean-up; enforces departmental rules and regulations, and performs swimming rescues; instructs aquatic activities and lessons, according to Red Cross Swim Instruction Program. . He/she is responsible for managing a cohesive lifeguard team, ensuring proper scheduling of lifeguards to meet state water safety standards, constant patron surveillance of his/her assigned area and enforcement of recreational rules and regulations established by the Town of Oxford. In addition, waterfront lifeguards must practice preventative lifeguarding, keep themselves physically fit and mentally aware, maintain and operate safety equipment, administer first-aid as required, and render aid necessary to rescue and resuscitate near drowning victims. All lifeguards also assist in the daily cleaning, security, and maintenance of Carbuncle facility.

Requirements

18 years of age or older.
At least one season of pond or lakefront lifeguarding experience
American Red Cross or Equivalent Lifeguarding (deep water skills)
Basic Life Support CPR and AED training for professional rescuers.
American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel
American Red Cross Emergency Oxygen Administration
American Red Cross Blood Borne Pathogens
American Red Cross Lifeguard Manager Certification
Possession of current certifications.
Provide appropriate documentation to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Advanced First Aid training such as Emergency Responder or Emergency Medical Technician is desired but not required.
At least one season of prior deep water lifeguard experience helpful.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the lifeguard schedule meets the demands of the waterfront while providing safe rotations and breaks among the lifeguard staff
Preparing necessary incident/accident reports
Supervising lifeguard staff
Supervising swim tests for all summer program participants
Maintaining swim test logs for summer program participants
Primary first responder to incidents, accidents, and emergencies on assigned Carbuncle beach during posted business hours- weather permitting.
Immediately and appropriately respond to and mitigate all illness, injuries, or other emergencies occurring on or around assigned duty post. This includes but is not limited to performing lifeguarding skills, first aid skills, CPR, emergency oxygen administration, or other essential skills within the scope and practice of the lifeguard’s training.
Provide a reasonable standard of care necessary to stabilize injured or ill patrons prior to the arrival of advanced emergency medical services.
Rescue swimmers in immediate danger as capable.
Maintain constant surveillance through regular visual scanning of assigned area of responsibility.
Monitor patron activities, provide instructions, and prevent accidents.
Communicate pertinent information regarding beach use and other safety guidelines.
Caution patrons of unsafe practices and enforce recreational rules and regulations established by the Town of Oxford.
Report in and out from assigned duty post promptly at expected time.
Initial point of contact for concerned patrons. Relay or redirect information to OCC Director/Program Coordinator.
Communicate openly and regularly with supervisor and team members.
Follow opening or closing procedures, including raking or assigning another lifeguard to rake the beachfront.
Keep accurate and timely record of daily beach activities to include but not limited to water conditions, weather conditions, hazards, swim counts, and general announcements.
Attend and participate in all mandatory staff meetings and in-service training.
Work as a team player with other members of the Carbuncle staff, including other lifeguards, park monitors, counselors and summer program coordinator.
Recognize your role as an employee of the Town of Oxford.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Maintain the fullest level of professional training and physical stamina.
Greet all visitors, resident, and non-resident, politely and positively.
Always use family appropriate language.
Restrict access to the lake, its beaches, and common properties to properly identified passholders and their guests.
Ensure reasonable cleanliness and aesthetic appearance of assigned common properties.
Attend to trash receptacles as listed in opening/closing procedures.
Inspect, clean, and maintain safety, communication, and utility equipment.
Maintain confidentiality of staff, visitors, and program participants.
Other beach related duties as assigned.