Lifeguard - Opening and Late Afternoon Shift

Township of Upper St Clair•Upper St. Clair, PA

55d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard is trained to be responsible for ensuring the safety of a pool facility and its patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. Lifeguards are required to test the pool water to ensure the chemicals are in the proper ranges, and to skim and vacuum the pool daily. Light cleaning is required for the area surrounding the pool. The Lifeguard works under the supervision of the Head Lifeguard. The Upper St. Clair Community & Recreation Center provides our members and guests with a comprehensive range of recreation services including: fitness programs, swim programs (indoor and outdoor), summer camps, youth programs, older adult programs, and more.

Requirements

Must possess a current (must not be expired) American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate. YMCA equivalent acceptable.
Must possess a current (must not be expired) American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer certificate.
Must possess a current (must not be expired) American Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate.
Must possess a current (must not be expired) American Red Cross AED
Must be able to perform strenuous water rescues, give CPR and first aid.
Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
Knowledge of proper rescue techniques and proper use of rescue equipment.
Ability to work with different age groups.
Ability to follow and give oral and written instructions.
Ability to work flexible hours with evening, weekend and holiday work required.
Ability to appear on time for work and notify the appropriate individual if unable to work.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees and the public.
Ability to perform the duties of the job for the scheduled workday.
Ability to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously or in rapid succession.
Ability to concentrate and accomplish tasks despite interruptions.
Ability to work with minimal daily supervision.
Must be certified in Lifeguarding and CPR/AED.
Candidates should be age 15 or over.

Nice To Haves

Lifeguard experience at an aquatic facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prevents accidents and minimizes or eliminates hazardous situations.
Responds quickly to all emergency situations in the water and performs water rescues.
Administers first aid as needed to the victim (member, visitor, or staff).
Communicates with other lifeguards and facility staff the need for additional assistance or equipment.
Observes and enforces all rules and regulations of the facility pertaining to both staff and patrons at all times.
Educates patrons and informs them of the purpose of and the need for rules and regulations.
Identifies and assists patrons needing assistance.
Performs various pool maintenance functions which include periodical chemical checks, the handling and dispersing of pool chemicals and wearing and using respirators, standing, bending, climbing, lifting at least fifty pounds, and the ability to read gauges and test kits involving color distinction.
Performs other pool maintenance functions such as but not limited to cleaning baskets, vacuuming pool, etc.
Assists in planning, implementing and enforcing staff rotation and schedules.
Responsible for handling questions and concerns from patrons.
Assists the Aquatic Supervisor with in-service training of staff.