Lifeguard Assistant (Beach)

Coronado City Hall, CA • Coronado, CA

38d • Onsite

About The Position

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Under immediate supervision, to provide general assistance and support to the Beach Lifeguard Division; assist in the Junior Lifeguard and Surf Awareness programs; to prevent accidents and enforce beach regulations; to assist in the maintenance of facilities and equipment; and to perform a variety of tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:

Requirements

• Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
• Experience: At least two (2) years in a junior lifeguard program, high school program/sport such as water polo or swimming, or equivalent is desirable.
• Education/Training: Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• Licenses and Certificates: Possession of an appropriate, valid American Red Cross C.P.R. for the Professional Rescuer certificate. Possession of an appropriate, valid American Red Cross Emergency Medical Response certificate.
• Knowledge of: Methods and techniques of first aid and CPR.
• Ability to: Provide general assistance and support to assigned lifeguard programs and activities.
• Set up and take down equipment for programs and events.
• Learn rules and equipment used in various lifeguarding activities.
• Learn methods and techniques of first aid and CPR.
• Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures within the area of assignment.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the general public.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the Junior Lifeguard and Surf Awareness programs by providing extra supervision during beach activities, serving as lifeguards for students in water events and providing assistance to the instructors and students
• Provides general assistance in observing swimmers.
• Greets and assists the general public; provides information; responds to, resolves or directs inquiries and complaints to appropriate staff.
• Provides minor first aid; assists in CPR, if necessary.
• Maintains lifeguard and rescue equipment; ensures that appropriate equipment and supplies are available for classes and events; sets up and takes down equipment.
• Performs a variety of general and routine administrative tasks in support of lifeguarding programs; operates office equipment to perform tasks including computers and supporting software applications, copiers, fax machines and telephones.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees