Lead Indoor Lifeguard PT

City of Arlington

2d • $17 - $21

About The Position

Under general direction, provide a safe, clean and efficient aquatic environment for employees and patrons; maintain proper water chemistry, backwash and vacuum pool as need. The Lead guard will assist the Pool Management Team with the operations of the aquatic facility.

Requirements

• Knowledge of water safety principles and practices.
• Knowledge of rescue methods involving water accidents and other types of trauma.
• Knowledge of general office and facility management to ensure a safe and productive experience for facility users and customers.
• Ability to learn and apply computer skills to register customers, authorize refunds, and account for site revenues.
• Ability to apply appropriate interpersonal skills with the public and city staff to maintain positive relations.
• Ability to maintain the cleanliness and safe condition of the work site.
• Ability to monitor the work of others and take corrective action as needed.
• Ability to maintain records and files for the purposes of payroll, incident reporting, and other administrative functions.
• The above knowledge, skills and abilities may be demonstrated by a high school education or the equivalent.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above.
• Possession of life saving/guarding certification (American Red Cross) demonstrating completion of CPR and First Aid for the Professional Rescuer.

Responsibilities

• Prevent and respond to emergency situations in or out of the water.
• Work effectively with the public and departmental staff to address inquiries for information, assistance, resolution of complaints, and facility maintenance.
• Assist with customer survey projects.
• Learn and carry out work location procedures involving customer service, general office administration, safety, facility maintenance, and cash control.
• Schedule personnel as needed to ensure public safety.
• Ensure completion of hours reporting for payroll purposes.
• Coordinate and schedule programs such as public events, facility rentals, and special meetings.
• Operate a variety of tools and implements including a pool vacuum, air pump, and lifesaving devices such as a backboard, rescue tube, ring buoy, shepherd’s crook and CPR/First Aid equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED