Lifeguard

City of Murfreesboro•Murfreesboro, TN

17d

About The Position

The Lifeguard provides public water safety and recreational services by supervising and enforcing regulations at aquatic facilities. The role is responsible for protecting patrons’ health and safety through preventive measures and corrective action. This is a safety-sensitive position; applicants who pass the interview process are subject to drug and alcohol testing. Aquatics is looking for candidates available mornings and midday.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years of age.
Have the physical strength and ability to perform strenuous water rescues and administer CPR and First Aid.
Have swimming and rescue skills.
Be able to communicate in spoken and written English to support safe and efficient business operations.
Be able to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Possess or be able to obtain an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate that includes AED certification; an equivalent YMCA certification is acceptable. Certification is offered with employment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum preferred age of 18.

Responsibilities

Prevent accidents and minimize or eliminate hazardous situations.
Provide First Aid as needed, including CPR and use of an AED.
Observe and enforce all rules and regulations of the assigned facility.
Educate patrons about the purpose and importance of rules and regulations.
Identify and assist patrons having difficulty.
Respond quickly to water emergencies and perform water rescues.
Complete required records and reports on schedule and submit them to the appropriate person.
Perform periodic chemical checks on pool water.
Perform pool maintenance, including brushing pool sides, policing the pool area, and vacuuming the pool.
Communicate courteously and professionally with the public and other employees.
Check and maintain the cleanliness of locker rooms, offices, the building, and surrounding grounds.
Perform other work as assigned.