Lifeguard

Sunrise Recreation and Park District•Citrus Heights, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents in the Lifeguard classification maintain vigilance of the pool, water, deck and other areas of an aquatic facility to insure the safety of all pool visitors through enforcement of pool rules and regulations during public swim, special events, swim lessons and other aquatics activities; perform swimming rescues, first aid and CPR as needed; respond to other emergencies as they occur, activating the District’s Emergency Action plan and calling 911, as appropriate; assist swim instructors in the provision of swimming lessons and/or may conduct swimming lessons once they have completed Sunrise Swim Instructor training and under the direct supervision of a Pool Manager; participates in aquatic in-service trainings; may assist a Head Swim Coach in the supervision and instruction of aquatic activities during team training sessions and/or swim meets; and perform related work as assigned or required. Additionally, once certified in WSI a Lifeguard can create swim lesson plans and provide guidance to less experienced lifeguard staff. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Incumbents in the Lifeguard classification are part-time seasonal employees and may not advance to permanent status in any District job classification. Hours of work vary based on the staffing needs of the District. The WSI Certified Lifeguard is distinguished from the non WSI certified Lifeguard by the greater level of training, responsibility, judgement, and independence exercised in the performance of a broader range of assigned duties. SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED: The Lifeguard classification receives general supervision from the Senior Recreation Coordinator and direct supervision from the Pool Manager and/or an Assistant Pool Manager. A WSI certified lifeguard in this classification may provide technical guidance to less experienced lifeguard, but do not supervise or direct the work of others. EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to the following: Maintains constant surveillance as assigned to safeguard swimmers from drowning and other accidents. Maintains discipline and orderly conduct among patrons by enforcing all facility rules and District policies. Promotes and enforces water safety procedures; rescues and resuscitates drowning persons as needed; and provides care using the latest American Red Cross techniques in lifeguarding, first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R) to persons in need of assistance. On a daily basis, sets up or takes down and stores pool and safety equipment as appropriate to assigned shift; tests water chemicals prior to pool use to ensure the safety of patrons and staff; inspects pool and deck area for possible safety hazards, and inspects waterslide for possible Maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of the pool area and aquatic Assists swim instructors in the supervision and instruction of swim class participants; and may conduct swimming classes under the direct supervision of a WSI-certified staff member. Attends and participates in job related in-service training Activates the District’s Emergency Action Plan and makes 911 calls as Performs other job-related duties as required Once a Lifeguard has completed Sunrise Swim Instructor Training, they may gain additional responsibilities and duties: Creates lesson plans and conducts classes on water safety and individual stroke mechanics for Assesses and communicates the ability and progress of each class participant to respective participants and/or parents orally and via written report Completes report cards for swimming class participants, course record sheets, accident, incident, time and other reports and records as required by policy and/or May provide technical guidance to less-experienced lifeguard Performs other job-related duties as required EXAMPLES OF NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Under the direct supervision of a Pool Manager, creates lesson plans and conducts classes on water safety and individual stroke mechanics for students; assesses and communicates the ability and progress of each class participant to respective participants and/or parents orally and on report May assist a Head Swim Coach in the supervision and instruction of aquatic activities during team training sessions and/or swim meets May assist a Head Swim Coach in the planning, organization, supervision and instruction of aquatic activities during team training sessions and/or swim

Requirements

Must be at least 15 years of age.
No prior experience is required, but completion of the Sunrise Swim Instructor Aide Course is required prior to aiding swim lessons.
Lifeguards may also take the Sunrise Swim Instructor Course and teach swim lessons if supervised by a Pool Manager.
A current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certificate
A current American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certificate
A current American Red Cross Title 22 First Aid for Public Personnel certificate
A current American Red Cross Administering Emergency Oxygen certificate
Knowledge of: current and preventive lifeguarding techniques principles and practices of water safety and swimming rescue techniques proper stroke mechanics principles and techniques of first aid and CPR instruction techniques and materials and equipment used in aquatic activities principles and techniques of effective interpersonal communication, public relations and customer service
Ability to: swim with proficiency and endurance prevent accidents and perform swimming rescues, CPR, and first aid understand and follow oral and written instructions learn, understand, and explain District and program policies and procedures effectively communicate orally and in writing exercise tact, judgment and patience in dealing with the public and other District staff establish and maintain effective work relationships with people of all ages during the performance of work duties prepare routine written reports can assist with or lead swim lessons maintain the cleanliness and organization of the aquatic facility and contents perform essential duties of job without causing harm to self or others respond to emergencies in a calm, professional, and safe manor
organize and instruct swimming and water safety classes
know understand, and explain District and program policies and procedures
prepare a variety of written reports and records

Responsibilities

Maintains constant surveillance as assigned to safeguard swimmers from drowning and other accidents.
Maintains discipline and orderly conduct among patrons by enforcing all facility rules and District policies.
Promotes and enforces water safety procedures; rescues and resuscitates drowning persons as needed; and provides care using the latest American Red Cross techniques in lifeguarding, first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R) to persons in need of assistance.
On a daily basis, sets up or takes down and stores pool and safety equipment as appropriate to assigned shift; tests water chemicals prior to pool use to ensure the safety of patrons and staff; inspects pool and deck area for possible safety hazards, and inspects waterslide for possible
Maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of the pool area and aquatic
Assists swim instructors in the supervision and instruction of swim class participants; and may conduct swimming classes under the direct supervision of a WSI-certified staff member.
Attends and participates in job related in-service training
Activates the District’s Emergency Action Plan and makes 911 calls as
Performs other job-related duties as required
Creates lesson plans and conducts classes on water safety and individual stroke mechanics for
Assesses and communicates the ability and progress of each class participant to respective participants and/or parents orally and via written report
Completes report cards for swimming class participants, course record sheets, accident, incident, time and other reports and records as required by policy and/or
May provide technical guidance to less-experienced lifeguard
Performs other job-related duties as required