Pool Lifeguard (Part-Time, Year- Round)

Francis Parker School•San Diego, CA

2d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Parker seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated and passionate individual to be responsible for the safety of pool patrons and general maintenance of the facility.

Requirements

Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent;
American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent;
American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent;
Knowledge of pool safety rules.
Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
Ability to tactfully, but forcefully, provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them.
Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they meet environmental health standards.
Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed.
Ability to exercise control over a large group of people.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Performs all pool lifeguard responsibilities as assigned by Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director (e.g., supervising patrons and their activities, applying first aid, enforcing facility rules, reporting safety hazards to supervisor, performing water rescues as necessary, etc.).
Observes conditions of area assigned to ensure a safe environment, removing hazardous materials when necessary.
Activates facility EAP and performs rescue, promptly renders CPR or emergency first aid.
Conducts and documents pool chemical and temperature testing results; notifies the Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director of chemical imbalances.
Checks identification cards for authorized patrons.
Performs cleaning duties (e.g., basic janitorial services, vacuuming, skimming, etc.) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director.
Inspects stands, starting platforms, safety gear, etc. to ensure they are within the condition required by environmental health standards. Informs supervisor of deficiencies.
Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment (e.g., specialized kits and bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, monitoring equipment, etc.).
Prepares accident/incident reports after emergency situations. Notifies Aquatics Director of all emergencies immediately.
Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).