Lifeguard (NBOE)

Newark Board of Education • Newark, NJ

256d • $34,926 - $36,212

About The Position

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Lifeguard at Central High School. This title is governed by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission; meaning that a candidate for this position will be placed as a provisional employee. Upon hire, the employee will be required to complete a 90-Day Working test period during which the employee's performance will be evaluated. Employee must successfully complete the designated probation period in order to remain in the position as a permanent employee.

Requirements

• Graduation from High School or Vocational School or possession of an approved High School Equivalent Certificate.
• Current and valid lifeguard certification issued by recognized organizations for public recreational bathing areas classified as swimming pools or lakes.
• Current and valid lifeguard certification issued by recognized organizations for public recreational bathing areas classified as ocean, tidal or open water.
• Current and valid standard first aid certification issued by recognized organizations.
• Current and valid CPR certification including adult, child and infant CPR as well as obstructed airway training.
• Current and valid AED certification may be required.
• Training in supplemental oxygen support for adults, children and infants may be required.
• Basic or higher-level scuba diver certification may be required for ocean and tidal water areas.
• Possession of a driver's license valid in New Jersey if necessary for essential duties.

Responsibilities

• Observes bathers on assigned sections of swimming/bathing areas.
• Patrols or monitors swimming areas on foot, in vehicles, or from towers to ensure safety and enforce rules and regulations.
• Rescues distressed bathers using buoys, boats, lines, floats, and other rescue equipment.
• Administers artificial respiration, resuscitation, and first-aid treatment prior to the arrival of emergency medical staff.
• Cooperates with medical and law enforcement personnel at the scene of an emergency.
• Assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment.
• Monitors weather and water conditions; warns swimmers/bathers of hazardous situations.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces regulations and water safety policies.
• Informs bathers of restrictions in bathing area.
• Maintains rescue equipment in preparation for immediate response.
• Notifies proper authorities of public disturbances.
• Maintains essential records and files.
• Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording information systems used by the agency, office or related unit.

Benefits

• Salary: $34,926 - $36,212
• Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
• Union Affiliation: Local 617

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees