Job Title: Senior Lifeguard
Salary range: $19.00 to $21.00 per hour DOE
Location: Sitka, AK
Department: Parks & Recreation
Hours: Temporary Part-Time
Start date: Negotiable
Job Description:
The primary purpose of this position is to provide onsite supervision of the aquatic activities and programming by performing lifeguard duties
Under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor and Head Lifeguard.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides onsite supervision for the aquatics program including swim lessons, aquatic classes, open swims, rentals, and of other student lifeguards on staff
Responds to emergencies in an aquatic facility, performing water rescues, first aid, CPR, AED use, and evacuations
Enforces water safety rules and other policies, standards, and regulations related to health and safety in an aquatic facility
Sets up and makes available aquatic sporting equipment such as nets, balls, floatation devices or other toys
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Safety measures and protocols to ensure the well-being of participants when using aquatic facilities
Proper cash handling and collection of fees
Data entry and reporting
Skills in:
Providing first aid, CPR, and lifeguarding
Enforcing rules in a professional and respectful manner
Providing customer service
Basic math for cash handling and transactions
Ability to:
Recognize and maintain confidential information
Respond to emergency situations in a calm, swift, and decisive manner
Direct the work of others, provide leadership, and promote teamwork
Read, understand, and apply policies and procedures or legal requirements related to aquatic programming and facilities
Understand and follow oral and written policies, procedures and instructions
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
HS Diploma or GED; and
Current certification as a Lifeguard with First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS OR EXPECTATIONS
Background check, successfully completed before hire
Will be expected to work evenings and weekends
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Working Conditions:
Works in an indoor aquatic facility about 90%
Works in a general office environment about 10%
Will be exposed to wet surfaces, warm and humid conditions, noisy and crowded areas, and odors from pool chemicals
Specific Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk on a tiled deck surface throughout shift
Bending, climbing, stooping, reaching and twisting to set up aquatic equipment
Must be able to meet specific physical requirements for certifications and licenses set forth above in the “Other Job Requirements or Expectations”
General Physical Requirements:
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to communicate effectively
Sufficient vision and powers of observation which permits the employee to perform assigned tasks, follow safety signage at a facility, and observe and act upon potential safety hazards
Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to function in an aquatic facility and general office environment
