Lifeguard

JOB PURPOSE: Observes the activities of the pool patrons to prevent accidents or injuries, and provides assistance to swimmers as needed; maintains assigned pool area to ensure clean, safe and sanitary conditions.

This position description may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks which may be found or assigned to this position.

JOB DUTIES:

• Monitors activities in swimming areas for recreation and lap swim to prevent accidents and maintain order.
• Responds to any dangerous situations in pool area, implements emergency plans, and administers first aid.
• Reports maintenance or safety concerns to supervisors.
• Checks chemical levels in pool and keeps them balanced.
• Inspects and cleans locker rooms including sweeping, mopping, cleaning mirrors and sinks, emptying trash and cleaning toilets.
• Maintains supply of paper towels, toilet paper and soap in locker room.
• Locks and unlocks all entrances and turns power sources on/off prior to opening and closing facility.
• Inspects facilities for cleanliness and cleans or refills pool.
• Cleans sauna and dry sauna for to ensure sanitary condition.
• Vacuums main pool and wading pool; replace pool light in and out of water.
• Organizes and fills storage closets in the pool area and locker rooms.
• Inspects first aid cart to ensure it is in proper working order.
• Cleans the drains on deck and in locker rooms.
• Performs general maintenance of the entire facility including acid washing, power washing decks and locker rooms, organizing the attic storage, washing the seat bleachers and painting.
• Sets up for swim events; conducts and officiates at swimming meets.
• Develops and conducts aquatic programs, including basic to advanced swimming lessons and water safety classes.
• Strips and waxes floor as needed.
• Cleans out refrigerators and cleans windows.
• Drive vans to transport program participants or chaperones other Recreation Center activities as requested.
• Assists in planning and implementing special events including Halloween Carnival and end of summer barbeque.
• Attends meetings and training as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Current certification in Red Cross Lifeguard Training required.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification required.
• Must pass background check for position.
• Must be able to comply with the Pueblo of Isleta Drug Free Workplace policies.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.50 - $20.95 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Swimming: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $21