Lifeguard

City of West University Place • Houston, TX

127d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifeguards provide a safe and clean aquatic environment. Their primary duty is to monitor pool activities and ensure member safety. It is paramount that the Lifeguards possess an extensive general knowledge of preventative lifeguarding and the rules and regulations of the aquatic environment. Lifeguards are expected to have adequate knowledge of the overall operations and facility amenities of the department. It is imperative that our staff treats everyone with the utmost courtesy and respect. We pride ourselves on the provision of excellent customer service. All staff must have a positive attitude and enjoy interacting with the public.
Lifeguards are responsible for reporting to work in a timely manner and being properly stationed and equipped to protect and serve those customers using municipal aquatic facilities. In addition to these responsibilities, they are required to assist in the opening and routine maintenance of identified facilities and amenities, completing various reports and correspondence as directed, issuing and receiving equipment & supplies and assisting in securing the facilities and amenities upon closing.

Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 15 years of age, 16 preferred.
• Approved Governing Body Current Lifeguard and Professional Rescuer Certification. (American Red Cross, YMCA, Ellis & Associates, or other nationally recognized certification program).
• Excellent human relations skills and sound verbal & written communication skills.
• Excellent swimming skills and have a basic understanding of all related pool operations and maintenance.
• Must possess Lifeguard certification.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personalities and cultural differences.
• Ability to establish and effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perceive material and supply needs.
• Pass a background check, a drug screen, physical exam, and a reference check.

Nice To Haves

• Lifeguarding and customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor activities at the pool and surrounding areas to prevent accidents.
• Maintain order in the pool and adjoining areas.
• Caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards, enforces and adheres to facility rules and regulations.
• Perform rescues, extrications, first-aid, CPR/AED as required.
• Demonstrate regular and timely attendance at work as scheduled and report to work free from the effects of illegal substances or alcohol. Must not be impaired due to use of prescription medications.
• Respond quickly, intelligently, decisively and in accordance with established emergency and accident management procedures.
• Maintain excellent physical condition and attend/participate in all required staff meetings and in-service training sessions.
• Properly stationed and equipped during their lifeguarding rotations.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed