Lifeguard

City of Shaker Heights • Shaker Heights, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifeguards are responsible for the safety and well-being of swimmers in and around the pool. They also perform related duties that support positive public relations and help maintain the appearance of the facility and park. The position requires supervising patrons during pool hours and special events, enforcing pool rules, responding to emergencies, and providing customer service. This is a seasonal-only position. A pre-employment skills evaluation may be conducted. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. The City of Shaker Heights does not hire external candidates who use any form of tobacco or nicotine products.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 15 years.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
• Current American Red Cross First Aid certification.
• Current American Red Cross CPR and AED certification.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to pursue responsibilities professionally and maturely and establish and maintain effective working relationships with guests, coworkers, and facility management.

Nice To Haves

• Previous lifeguard experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer first aid or CPR when needed and report serious accidents to the designated supervisor on duty.
• Supervise and maintain constant surveillance of patrons during pool hours and special events.
• Know and follow emergency procedures, pool rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Enforce pool rules and regulations and apply appropriate and fair disciplinary measures when necessary.
• Assist guests with first aid and complete necessary forms.
• Report to assigned shifts and duties punctually, arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
• Relay problem situations to the Head Lifeguard or Pool Manager.
• Act professionally and maintain effective working relationships with staff, maintenance personnel, administrative personnel, and pool patrons.
• Provide high-quality customer service and promote the Shaker Heights Parks & Recreation Department and its programs.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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