Lifeguard Jobs

About The Position

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.