Lifeguard

Glenwood Hot Springs Resort • Glenwood Springs, CO

11d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Assure a safe and enjoyable water experience for guests, and provide rescue and safety services for guests and employees in all areas of the facility. The Lifeguard reports to the Glenwood Hot Springs Resort Assistant Pool Manager and/or Lead Cashier, or in their absence, the Pool Manager. The Lifeguard has the support and authority necessary to carry out the responsibilities and tasks described in this job description and other responsibilities of the Pool, as assigned by the Assistant Pool Manager or Pool Manager.

Requirements

• Adequate physical agility to perform the physical tasks required to operate the Pool, including visual and hearing acuity.
• Ability to focus attention on pool area without distraction.
• Physical agility required to perform all the activities of the Lifeguard job, including the ability to walk to all areas of the facility, and climb stairs.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing and read instructions.
• Pass all lifeguard training to receive appropriate certifications.
• Ability to run, swim, and walk.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods.
• Ability to climb or balance.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to talk and hear both in person from close and long distances and by phone or radio.
• Ability to use hands to grasp, handle, feel or operate lifesaving equipment.
• Ability to push or pull persons of all sizes, and extract them from the water as outlined in the American Red Cross Lifeguard training.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, use of both eyes, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to use written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to observe and interpret people and situations.
• Ability to hear and respond to whistle warning and emergency signals.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Ability to interact with the public, and deal with distressed or dissatisfied individuals.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member.
• Must pass swim and rescue test.
• Must convert to Red Cross First Aid and CPR.

Nice To Haves

• Prior lifeguarding experience preferred.
• Current Licenses and certifications: Red Cross Lifeguard and Lifeguard Instructor, Will accept Ellis, U.S. Coast Guard, YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Provide rescue and safety services for guests and employees in all areas of the facility.
• Assure safe and enjoyable water experience for guests.
• Cross-train in other departments as assigned.
• Provide help and support to other departments, including covering breaks and/or shifts if requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed