Pools Lifeguard

City of Boulder•Boulder, CO

1d•$17 - $22

About The Position

Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of the swimming pool environment and must closely monitor and potentially rescue swimmers. They provide customer service to visiting patrons and exercise mature judgment and decision-making skills while on-duty.

Requirements

Ability to swim 300 yards, retrieve a 10lb brick from the bottom in 10 feet, and tread water for two minutes with no hands.
Ability to demonstrate life-saving skills and water competency prior to employment.
Lifeguards may be tested at any time during their employment
Skills in strong communication.
Must be at least 16 years of age as is the requirement to dispatch water slides.
Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.
Current American Red Cross certifications (or equivalent) in Lifeguarding, or successful completion prior to starting employment.
Current American Red Cross certifications (or equivalent) in First Aid, or successful completion prior to starting employment.
Current American Red Cross certifications (or equivalent) in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, or successful completion prior to starting employment.

Nice To Haves

Administering Emergency Oxygen certification (or equivalent training)

Responsibilities

Serves as a lifeguard as primary responsibility.
Monitors activities of patrons in the water and on deck to minimize the possibility of patron injury.
Acts as a dispatcher at the top of elevated waterslides for patrons riding these amenities as needed.
Educates, explains and enforces facility regulations, policies, and procedures to patrons.
Prevents accidents; remains calm in emergency situations; works with little or no supervision.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and facility guests.
Administers emergency care to patrons in need of assistance in and out of the water.
Demonstrates a proactive approach toward facility cleanliness and maintenance.
Performs basic front office and customer service duties.
Attends all mandatory pre-season and monthly in-service trainings.